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Minecraft 1.20 is finally here, and it’s bringing some seriously awesome armor customization. With the new Armor Trim smithing templates, you can deck out your armor with unique patterns and colors. Let’s dive into everything you need to know to make your armor look amazing.
This guide covers all the Armor Trims available in Minecraft, along with instructions on how to use them. We're basing this on Minecraft Snapshot 23w12a, so be aware that some details might change in the final release.
Armor Trims are a new way to add a personal touch to your armor in Minecraft 1.20. These trims allow you to customize your armor’s appearance without affecting its stats. There are 16 different trims available, each of which can be applied in one of 10 colors, giving you a huge range of customization options.
When you combine all the color options, plus the different dyed leather armors, you end up with over a billion possible combinations. That’s right—over a billion ways to make sure your armor stands out from the crowd.
Armor Trims are found as smithing templates hidden in various structures across Minecraft's dimensions. Some are easier to find than others, but with a little effort, you’ll have your custom armor in no time.
The Armor Trim smithing template determines the pattern on your armor, but you’ll need some material to color it. Here’s a list of materials you can use to add some flair to your armor:
Fun fact: You can even use the same material as your armor for the trim. For example, a gold trim on a gold chest plate will have a slightly darker gold shade, giving it a sleek, subtle look.
Once you’ve got your Armor Trims and color material ready, here’s how to apply them to your armor:
Remember, you’ll need to trim each piece of armor individually, so make sure you’ve got enough trims for your full set. And once you’ve applied a trim, it’s permanent—no going back!
Currently, there are 16 different Armor Trims in Minecraft. Twelve are found in existing structures, while the other four are located in the new Trail Ruins.
Smithing Templates are new items in Minecraft 1.20 that let you upgrade your diamond gear to Netherite and customize your armor with trims.
The Silence Armor Trim is the rarest and most visually striking trim in Minecraft. It only has a 1% chance of spawning in Ancient Cities, so finding one is a serious challenge.
Yes! Armor Trims are available in the Minecraft Preview app for Bedrock Edition before the official release of Minecraft 1.20.
Whether you’re looking to show off your Netherite gear on a PvP server or just want to customize your look, Armor Trims are the way to go. And don’t forget to pair your trimmed armor with the perfect Minecraft skin. Let us know your favorite Armor Trim on our Discord server!
Bolt Armor Trim
Flow Armor Trim
Coast Armor Trim
Dune Armor Trim
Eye Armor Trim
Host Armor Trim
Raiser Armor Trim
Rib Armor Trim
Sentry Armor Trim
Shaper Armor Trim
Silence Armor Trim
Snout Armor Trim
Spire Armor Trim
Tide Armor Trim
Vex Armor Trim
Ward Armor Trim
Wayfinder Armor Trim
Wild Armor Trim