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Minecraft Color Codes & Formatting

Explore the sixteen Java legacy colors and formatting codes with readable swatches. Copy section-sign, plugin ampersand, JSON or MiniMessage examples.

FreeNo sign-upBrowser-basedJava 1.21.11 data

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How to use

Filter by name or code, then choose an output format.
Choose a color or decoration and copy its code or sample text.

Examples

Java red

§c; RGB approximation #FF5555

Plugin ampersand gold

&6; requires an ampersand parser

Supported versions & limitations

Verified Java dataset: 1.21.11

Hex/RGB and MiniMessage require the corresponding renderer.
Underlining and strikethrough are Java formatting references, not a universal Bedrock claim.

Frequently asked questions

Does &c work in vanilla chat?

No. A plugin must translate ampersand codes.

What does reset do?

§r resets legacy formatting and color.

Sources

https://docs.papermc.io/adventure/minimessage/format/

Facts reviewed 2026-10-12. Supported scope and preview limitations are described above.