Block Marker
Technical particle · Minecraft 26.2
Block Marker
minecraft:block_marker
Quick stats
IDs, group and the version this was verified against
| Namespaced ID | minecraft:block_marker |
|---|---|
| Numeric ID | 2 |
| Group | Technical |
| Game version | 26.2 |
/particle commands
Click either one to copy it
Spawns one Block Marker particle at your feet. Click to copy.
Scatters 30 particles in a 0.5-block radius above your head — useful for testing visibility.
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Frequently asked questions
The ID, the command and what the particle does
- What is the Block Marker particle ID in Minecraft?
- The Block Marker particle ID is minecraft:block_marker. The numeric protocol ID is 2, but commands and data packs always use the namespaced form.
- How do I spawn the Block Marker particle with a command?
- Run /particle minecraft:block_marker ~ ~ ~ in any world with cheats enabled. Add velocity (dx dy dz), an extra parameter, and a count after the position to scatter the particle, e.g. /particle minecraft:block_marker ~ ~1 ~ 0.5 0.5 0.5 0 30.
- What does the Block Marker particle do?
- Used internally to mark block positions; not normally seen by players.
Source: minecraft.wiki/w/Particles_(Java_Edition) · Verified · Minecraft 26.2