How to Replace Blocks in Minecraft: A Beginner’s Guide
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Ever wondered how to switch up blocks in Minecraft? You’re in the right place to find out! Whether you’re renovating your castle or fixing a creeper explosion, changing blocks is easy once you know how.
So, how do you actually replace blocks in Minecraft? Let’s dive into that now.
Quick Steps to Replace Blocks
To replace blocks in Minecraft, you need the right tools. First, you must break the block you want to replace by left-clicking it until it breaks. Then, select the new block from your inventory and right-click on the space where you want to place it. Voila! You’ve replaced a block.
Remember, in Survival mode, you’ll need the correct tools to break certain types of blocks without them taking forever or getting destroyed. For example, you need a pickaxe for stone and an axe for wood. In Creative mode, you can break blocks instantly with any tool or even with your bare hands.
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