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Create a Fabric 1.21.11 Minecraft mod that adds a block called "MacComputer". The block should be placeable and show a closed computer model by default. When...

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fabricServer1.21.1mod

Mac Computer adds a placeable laptop-style block that starts closed and opens when used. Placing the block faces it toward the player. Right-clicking triggers a short staged opening animation (lid angle steps from closed to fully open), swaps to the lit screen model, and plays a barrel open chime. The block stays open afterward and drops itself when broken.

Implementation notes:

  • Custom block mac_computer uses a staged stage property (0-3) advanced by scheduled ticks after the first interaction; rendering swaps through four models bound to that property.
  • Both block use entry points (onUse/onUseWithItem) route through shared logic so any hand or held item opens it.
  • Models provide hinged lid animation and two textures (closed shell and glowing screen); the item form shows the fully opened model.
  • Added loot table for proper drops, a simple iron/glass/redstone crafting recipe, and localization; the block is listed under the Functional creative tab.

Limitations / future ideas:

  • The laptop only opens and never recloses; add a toggle if a close action is desired.
  • Uses a vanilla barrel-open sound; a custom mac-specific sound could improve feel.
  • Clients need the mod installed to see the models/textures when connecting to a server running it.