What is a Minecraft format code?

It is a section-sign (§) sequence like §c§lHello that Minecraft reads as formatting instructions. §c sets the color and §l makes it bold, and both apply to any text typed after them in a sign, book, or chat message.

Where can I use the copied format code?

Paste it into a sign, written book, chat message, command block text argument, or a server MOTD/tab-list config that supports Minecraft formatting codes. Some servers strip color codes from player chat by default.

Will the pixel-style Unicode text work outside Minecraft?

Yes. It uses standard Unicode squared and fullwidth characters, so it renders as plain text on Instagram, TikTok, Discord, and most other platforms without needing a special font.

Does the preview use the real Minecraft font?

No. The preview approximates the game look with a monospace font and a matching drop shadow, since the actual Minecraft typeface is not freely licensed for web use. Colors and the shadow darkening match the real in-game values.

Is my text sent to a server?

No. Everything runs in your browser with JavaScript. Nothing you type is uploaded or stored anywhere.

Minecraft Font Generator

Name: Minecraft Font Generator
Availability: InStock
Author: Nham Vu

Type text, pick a Minecraft chat color and style, then copy the ready-to-use format code or a blocky Unicode version for bios and thumbnails.

Your Text

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Color & Style

Bold Italic Underline Strikethrough

Preview

Type something above to see the preview.

Approximates the in-game look with a monospace font and a matching drop shadow; the real Minecraft typeface may render slightly differently.

Format Code

Paste into a sign, book, chat message, or server MOTD.

Pixel-Style Text

Plain Unicode text for bios, comments, and thumbnails.

Summary

Type text, pick a Minecraft chat color and style, then copy the ready-to-use format code or a blocky Unicode version for bios and thumbnails.

How it works

Type or paste your text into the input box.
Pick a Minecraft chat color from the dropdown.
Toggle bold, italic, underline, or strikethrough.
The preview updates instantly with a Minecraft-style drop shadow.
Copy the format code for signs, books, and server MOTDs, or copy the pixel-style Unicode text for bios and thumbnails.

Use cases

Get the section-sign format code for a Minecraft sign, book, or nametag.
Build a colored server MOTD or tab-list string.
Preview how a colored, bold title will look before pasting it in-game.
Grab a blocky Unicode version of a name for a social media bio.
Style text for a Minecraft-themed YouTube thumbnail or channel banner.

Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: 2026-07-22 · Reviewed by Nham Vu