Minecraft Java · 1.16+
/title
Show titles, subtitles and action bar messages.
How to use
- Choose your Java version, action, and recipients. @a shows the message to everyone.
- Enter text, choose a color, and check the preview.
- Copy the lines and run them in order: timing, subtitle, title.
What to know
Commands require operator permissions. A subtitle sent on its own waits for the next title. The action bar appears above the hotbar, while times controls the central title.
Titles use JSON before Java 1.21.5 and SNBT from 1.21.5. Use the leading slash in chat and omit it in command blocks and .mcfunction.
Examples
- Server welcome: Title and subtitle, @a, “Welcome!” and “Pick a team.”
- Quest hint: Action bar, @p, “Collect 10 crystals.”
- Clear the title for everyone:
/title @a clear.
FAQ Frequently asked questions 30 questions
Essential questions 5
What does /title do?
It displays a large title, a subtitle or a small message above the player's hotbar.
How do I display a message on screen?
For example, /title @s title {text:"Welcome!"} displays Welcome! as a screen title in Java 1.21.11.
How do I show a title to everyone?
Use the @a selector, for example /title @a title {text:"Welcome!"}. All matching players receive the title.
What is a Minecraft subtitle?
It is a secondary line displayed beneath the main screen title and can be configured separately.
What is the actionbar?
It is a small message above the hotbar, useful for notifications, progress and gameplay hints.
Syntax and arguments 5
What is the /title syntax?
Java uses /title <targets> with title, subtitle or actionbar and a text component, plus separate times, clear and reset branches.
What does the targets argument mean?
It specifies the players who receive the screen message. Use a name or a suitable player selector.
What text format does Java 1.21.11 use?
Command text components use SNBT, such as {text:"Hello",color:"aqua"}. Older JSON examples require checking.
How do I configure title timing?
Use /title @a times 10 70 20. The values represent fade-in, display duration and fade-out in game ticks.
How is clear different from reset?
clear removes the current screen title, while reset restores title timing and related display settings.
Practical examples 5
How do I display Welcome as a title?
Use /title @s title {text:"Welcome!"}. The command sends a large screen title to the executing player.
How do I make a coloured title?
For example, /title @s title {text:"Welcome!",color:"aqua"} applies the aqua text colour using a supported component.
How do I display a subtitle?
Use /title @s subtitle {text:"Enjoy your stay"}. Send a main title command as well to display them together.
How do I display an actionbar message?
Use /title @s actionbar {text:"Event started"}. The message appears in the actionbar area.
How do I clear the current title?
Run /title @s clear. It removes the current title display for the selected player.
Advanced usage 5
Can I make a title bold?
Yes. Java text components support formatting, including a valid bold:true field inside SNBT.
Can I display a title to only one player?
Yes. Specify a player name instead of @a to send a personal notification without affecting everyone else.
Can /title be used for a countdown?
Yes, when messages are updated through suitable command mechanisms. /title itself does not automatically count down.
Can a title show scoreboard data?
Supported text components can display score values. Verify the component syntax for the selected Java version.
Can titles use translated text?
Yes. Text components support translation keys when corresponding client or resource-pack translations exist.
Troubleshooting 4
Why does my message not appear?
Check the player selector, text component syntax and command order. A subtitle may wait for the main title.
Why does an older JSON example fail?
Since Java 1.21.5, command text components use SNBT. Older examples may need conversion.
Why does my title disappear too quickly?
The stay duration configured through times may be too short. Check all three fade and display timing values.
Why is a long title cut off?
A very long title may not fit on screen. Shorten the message and account for the Minecraft interface scale.
Minecraft versions 3
When was /title introduced?
The command was introduced in Java Edition 1.8 and later gained additional display features.
When did text components switch to SNBT?
Text component command arguments switched to SNBT in Java Edition 1.21.5.
Are Java and Bedrock title commands identical?
No. Bedrock has plain-text options and /titleraw, while Java uses its own text component format.
Permissions and safety 3
What permissions does /title require?
Java Edition normally requires permission level 2. Mass announcements should be restricted to trusted staff.
Why should titles not be sent every tick?
Frequent messages can distract players, obstruct the screen and reduce usability. Limit notification frequency.
How do I make title notifications player-friendly?
Keep messages short, use reasonable display durations and avoid repeatedly showing unnecessary announcements.
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