Best HUD & UI Mods List 2021 | Minecraft Mod Guide

Change Minecraft's HUD and UI with this list of recommended HUD & UI Mods. Get to know where to download these mods and texture packs, designs, comparisons & more with this list!!!

Best HUD & UI Mods

Mod / Texture Pack	Description
Not Enough Items (NEI)	View information, from blocks to cheats, in one handy window!
WAILA	WAILA (What Am I Looking At) provides detailed information as to what the player is currently looking at
Inventory Hud+	Adds information about your equipment and inventory. This makes it easier to explore as you can easily see how many remaining foods and ammunition you still have in your inventory.
Apple Skin	Apple Skin mod is a standalone mod from AppleCore, this mod adds tooltip information about food value, and visual effects for hunger and saturation restored while holding the food.
Armor Toughness Bar	This mod adds an armor toughness bar above the hunger bar to show how vulnerable you are against the enemies.
Just Enough Items (JEI)	This mod is the base mod for Not Enough Items (NEI) which acts the same, it is an instant recipe viewer, inventory manager, item spawner, and cheats. With this mod, you can customize how much information your UI displays.
Enchantment Description	This is a mod that gives information about the effect of the enchantment book that you are going to use. This mod is best used with Just Enough Items (JEI) as you will be able to read tooltips in the information category.
The One Probe (TOP)	TOP or also known as The One Probe is a more immersive version of WAILA. This mod adds a preview of what you are looking at and it gives you more details than WAILA.
Unity Dark Edition	Unity Dark Edition is a texture pack that simply changes the user interface of vanilla Minecraft to a more darker tone. Perfect for horror or dark-themed Minecraft mods.
Default Dark Mode	Another dark mode UI texture pack. Easy to install and updated to the latest Minecraft 1.17.
Dark UI 32x	One of the darker "Dark UI". Can be used with Minecraft 1.17.
Synthwave Themed Texture Pack	Synthwave is a 16x16 texture pack that changes the UI and some textures to that of 80's synthwave aesthetics. Comes with good music and can be used with other texture packs.
Damage Tint	Damage Tint adds a red blur to the sides of the screen when you reach a certain HP threshold. Can be helpful as an indicator and for immersion.
Transparent GUI and HUD Ultimate	Transparent GUI and HUD Ultimate changes HUDs like inventory windows and makes them transparent. Can be used with other textures and mods.

Not Enough Items (NEI)

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Better Info Viewer

This mod is an instant recipe viewer, inventory manager, item spawner, and cheats. Having this mod on your server will definitely allow you to be more creative when it comes to items.

WAILA

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Provides Block Information On Screen

WAILA or also known as What Am I Looking At is a mod that adds a preview of what you are looking in HUD. With this mod, you can get a more informed glimpse of your surroundings and the creatures that you encounter.

Inventory Hud+

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Enables Additional HUD Information

Adds information about your equipment and inventory. This makes it easier to explore as you can easily see how many remaining foods and ammunition you still have in your inventory.

Apple Skin

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Shows Details About Hunger & Saturation

Apple Skin mod is a standalone mod from AppleCore, this mod adds tooltip information about food value, and visual effects for hunger and saturation restored while holding the food.

Armor Toughness Bar

Damage Reduction Bar

This mod adds an armor toughness bar above the hunger bar to show how vulnerable you are against the enemies. With this mod, it makes you aware on how much damage you can withstand and how much damage can be reduced.

Just Enough Items (JEI)

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Customizable Info Viewer

This mod is the base mod for Not Enough Items (NEI) which acts the same, it is an instant recipe viewer, inventory manager, item spawner, and cheats. With this mod, you can customize how much information your UI displays.

Enchantment Description

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Information Tool Tip For Enchantment

This mod gives information about the effect of the enchantment book that you are going to use. This mod is best used with Just Enough Items (JEI) as you will be able to read tooltips in the information category.

The One Probe (TOP)

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Informative Overlay By The One Probe

TOP or also known as The One Probe is a more immersive version of WAILA. This mod adds a preview of what you are looking at and it gives you more details than WAILA.

Unity Dark Edition

Dark Mode For Minecraft

Unity Dark Edition is a texture pack that simply changes the user interface of vanilla Minecraft to a more darker tone. This can be for preference's sake or for players that want a more darker themed Minecraft.

Default Dark Mode

Another Dark UI For Minecraft

Default Dark Mode is a 16x16 texture pack that simply darkens Minecraft's default UI. This is perfect for those looking for a "dark mode" version of Minecraft. It also fits with horror or dark fantasy themed mods.

Dark UI 32x

One Of The Darkest UIs

Dark UI 32x is a 32x32 texture pack that darkens Minecraft's UI, making it easy on the eyes when playing at night. This is a UI you should consider if you want a "Dark Mode" version of Minecraft. It can also work with mods that are horror themed just for the added atmosphere.

Synthwave Themed Texture Pack

Synthwave UI For Minecraft

Synthwave Themed Texture Pack is a 16x16 texture pack that changes Minecraft's default UI to that of an 80's purple/yellow aesthetic. It also changes some textures like the sun. This UI is perfect for mods that have a futuristic vibe or theme.

Damage Tint

Health Damage Indicator

Damage Tint mod is a simple mod that adds a red tint to your view when you reach a certain health threshold. It can be used in combination with other mods and is also compatible with both Forge and Fabric.

Transparent GUI and HUD Ultimate

Transparent HUD & GUI

Transparent GUI and HUD Ultimate, as the resource pack title implies, is a mod that makes all HUDs and GUIs transparent. This does not overhaul other textures like blocks and models. Users that prefer seeing what's behind the UI should consider trying this texture pack.

What Are HUD/UI Mods & Texture Packs?

Changes The Appearance Of Minecraft's Menus

HUD and UI mods or texture packs change how Minecraft's menus and user interface appear in the game. They can either change the appearance of the UI or add essential information to them. Players can also make use of them for darker color schemes or lighter ones to complement mod themes or preference.

Can Be Included With Other Mods

UI and HUD changes can also be bundled with mods and texture packs.They may also include music changes and other options in the menu. Aside from the windows and UI, some packs also significantly change the appearance of certain icons ingame.

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