Smithing Templates are truly one of the most unique items that were added with the Minecraft 1.20 update. Whether you want to find Netherite and use it or want to look your best in your gear, these templates affect everything. But how can you make one? In this tutorial, let’s learn how to make (or duplicate) smithing templates in Minecraft.
Editor’s Note: updated on June 13, 2024 to streamline the content and improve readability
Resources Required to Make Smithing Template
You need the following items to make a Smithing Template:
- 1 Smithing Template (that you want to duplicate)
- 7 Diamonds
- Crafting Table
- 1 Block or Item (that corresponds to the template)
Smithing Templates spawn in unique structures within the Minecraft world in all three dimensions, including Overworld, Nether, and the End. Use our guide to find the locations for each armor trim smithing template.
Each Smithing Template requires a unique block or item to complete the crafting recipe. Use the table below to find the related solid block for each:
| Smithing Template | Key Ingredient |
|---|---|
| Upgrade Template | Netherrack |
| Sentry Armor Trim | Cobblestone |
| Dune Armor Trim | Sandstone |
| Coast Armor Trim | Cobblestone |
| Wild Armor Trim | Mossy Cobblestone |
| Tide Armor Trim | Prismarine |
| Ward Armor Trim | Cobbled Deepslate |
| Vex Armor Trim | Cobblestone |
| Rib Armor Trim | Netherrack |
| Snout Armor Trim | Blackstone |
| Eye Armor Trim | End Stone |
| Spire Armor Trim | Purpur Block |
| Silence Armor Trim | Cobbled Deepslate |
| Wayfinder Armor Trim | Terracotta (regular) |
| Raiser Armor Trim | Terracotta (regular) |
| Shaper Armor Trim | Terracotta (regular) |
| Host Armor Trim | Terracotta (regular) |
| Bolt Armor Trim | Copper Block |
| Flow Armor Trim | Breeze Rod |
How to Make New Minecraft Smithing Templates
Follow the steps below to duplicate a Smithing Template in Minecraft:
- First, place your crafting table on a solid surface, and then right-click or use the secondary action key on it.
- Then, put the Smithing Template in the middle cell of the topmost row of the crafting area.
- Then, place the block or item corresponding to the template in the cell beneath it.
- Finally, fill all the remaining cells with diamonds, and you will end up with 2 Smithing Templates. You can learn how to find diamonds in Minecraft via our guide.
How to Use Smithing Templates in Minecraft
Considering the two types of Smithing Templates, there are two main methods of using them:
- Netherite: You can use the Netherite Upgrade Smithing Template by combining it with a diamond gear and a Netherite ingot in the Smithing Table.
- Armor Customization: You can combine the Armor Trim Smithing Templates with a piece of your armor and a colored material to customize your armor.
The latter is a bit complicated, so we have created a guide that covers how to customize armor in Minecraft. You can refer to the same to learn everything you need to know about armor trims.
Just like that, you’re now ready to make copies of Smithing Templates in Minecraft. But, make sure you know all about the ore distribution of Minecraft to easily find all the diamonds you need for the purpose. With that said, which is your favorite Smithing Template? Tell us in the comments below!
No, in versions after the 1.20 update, you cannot make netherite gear without the netherite upgrade smithing template.
Armor trims provide a cool look for your in-game character and that’s pretty much it. They don’t grant any abilities or powers.
