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# How to Install Cloth Config API

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## What is Cloth Config API?

**Cloth Config API** is a lightweight configuration library used by many Minecraft mods, primarily for **Fabric** and **Forge**. It provides an easy-to-use interface for modifying mod settings directly in-game. Installing Cloth Config API ensures compatibility and smooth operation for mods that require it.

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| Note: On a Sparked Host server, you can easily find Cloth Config API by navigating to the Mods tab, and searching for Cloth Config API. This guide details the manual installation process for Cloth Config API. 

## How to Download and Install Cloth Config API
To download and install Cloth Config API on your Minecraft server:

### 1. Check Mod Compatibility

* Confirm if the mod you’re using requires **Cloth Config API**
    
* Check whether you need the **Fabric** or **Forge** version

### 2. Download Cloth Config API

* Visit the official **CurseForge** or **Modrinth** page for Cloth Config API
    
* Select the correct version based on your Minecraft and modloader version
    
* Download the **.jar file**

### 3. Install Fabric or Forge (If Not Installed)

**For Fabric:** Download and install Fabric Loader and Fabric API from the *official Fabric website*
**For Forge:** Download and install **Minecraft Forge** from **Forge’s official website**

### 4. Move Cloth Config API to the Mods Folder**

* Login to Apollo Panel
    
* Navigate to the File Manager
    
* Drag and drop the downloaded **Cloth Config API .jar file** into the **mods** folder

### 5. Launch Minecraft and Verify Installation

* Open **Minecraft Launcher**
    
* Select the **Fabric** or **Forge** profile
    
* Click **Play** and check if Minecraft loads correctly

## Common Issues and Troubleshooting

* **Minecraft crashes on startup:** Ensure the Cloth Config API version matches your **Minecraft version**
    
* **Mod settings not appearing:** Verify that the installed mod actually supports **Cloth Config API**
    
* **"Mod missing dependencies" error:** Make sure **Fabric API** (if using Fabric) or the required Forge version is installed

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