Troubleshooting & Usage Guide
This comprehensive guide will help you get the most out of LitematicDownloader and solve common issues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: How to link client/game to website account?
Answer: Follow this step-by-step video tutorial: How to Link Client to Website Account
This process allows you to connect your in-game LitematicDownloader client with your choculaterie.com account for seamless publishing and management.
Q2: How to post from the client/game?
Answer: Watch the detailed tutorial: How to Post from Client/Game
Learn how to publish your schematics directly from within Minecraft without ever leaving the game.
Q3: How to link website account to Minecraft account?
Answer: Check out this tutorial: How to Link Website Account to Minecraft
This connection enables account integration and allows you to manage your published schematics.
Q4: The schematics are not loading?
Answer:
1. First, visit https://status.choculaterie.com/ to check the service status
2. If the site is healthy, try refreshing the schematic list in-game
3. Ensure Minecraft has network permissions on your system
4. Check your internet connection and firewall settings
Q5: How to quick-share a schematic?
Answer: Learn about the Quick-Share feature: How to Quick-Share a Schematic
Quick-Share generates instant URLs for sharing your builds without requiring publishing or accounts.
Q6: How to open the menu/mod?
Answer: - Default Key: Press "N" to open the LitematicDownloader interface - Customization: You can change this keybind in Minecraft's vanilla keybind menu - Location: Controls → Key Binds → LitematicDownloader section
How to Use Features
Account Setup and Linking
Linking Your Accounts
- Create choculaterie.com Account: Register on the website first
- Link Website to Minecraft: Follow the tutorial in Q3 above
- Connect Client to Website: Use the process shown in Q1 tutorial
- Verify Connection: Test by trying to publish a schematic
Using the Interface
Opening LitematicDownloader
- In-Game: Press "N" (default keybind) while in any world
- Menu Navigation: Use mouse or keyboard to navigate
- Search Function: Type in the search bar to find specific schematics
- Categories: Browse by different build categories
Interface Layout
- Search Bar: Located at the top for finding schematics
- Category Tabs: Different sections for build types
- Preview Panel: Shows schematic details and 3D preview
- Download Button: Initiates the download process
- File Manager: Access local schematic management tools
Downloading Schematics
Method 1: In-Game Interface
- Browse or search for the schematic you want
- Click "Download" to add it to your queue
- Wait for the download to complete
- The schematic will automatically appear in your schematics folder
Method 2: Direct URL
- Download a schematic from Choculaterie.com
- Open LitematicDownloader file manager
- Drop the file in the desired folder
Managing Downloads
File Organization
- Custom Folders: Create your own folder structure
- Rename Files: Modify schematic & folder names
- Remove Files: Delete single files or entire folder trees (e.g., removing a top-level folder will also delete all its subfolders and contained files)
Search and Browse
Using Search
- Keywords: Search by build name or description
- Filters: Use size, category, or author filters
- Tags: Search using specific tags
- Advanced: Combine multiple search criteria
Browsing Categories
- Recent: View recently added schematics
- Popular: Browse most downloaded builds
- Categories: Explore by build type (build, redstone)
- Authors: Find builds by specific creators
Common Issues & Solutions
Installation Problems
Mod Not Loading
Problem: LitematicDownloader doesn't appear in-game
Solutions:
- Verify mod is in the correct mods folder
- Check Minecraft version compatibility
- Ensure Fabric is installed
- Look for error messages in the log files
Missing Dependencies
Problem: Game crashes or mod features don't work
Solutions:
- Install Litematica mod
- Update to compatible versions
- Check for required library mods
- Verify Fabric API version
Download Issues
Downloads Failing
Problem: Schematics won't download or fail partway
Solutions:
- Check internet connection
- Look on the Choculaterie Status Page
- Restart Minecraft
Files Not Appearing
Problem: Downloaded schematics don't show up in Litematica
Solutions:
- Check the download location setting
- Refresh Litematica's file list
- Look in the folder path in both mod match
Interface Problems
Can't Open Interface
Problem: Unable to access LitematicDownloader menu
Solutions:
- Check keybind settings
- Reset keybinds to default
- Restart Minecraft
Interface Not Responding
Problem: Buttons or features don't work
Solutions:
- Close and reopen the interface
- Check for conflicting mods
- Update to latest version
- Reset configuration files
Performance Issues
High Memory Usage
Problem: Minecraft uses too much RAM
Solutions:
- Allocate more RAM to Minecraft
- Update Java version
Configuration
Settings Location
- Config File:
.minecraft/config/litematic-downloader-settings.json
- Download Folder: Default or custom location
- Cache Location: Temporary file storage
Getting Help
Log Files
- Location:
.minecraft/logs/latest.log
- Search for: "LitematicDownloader" entries
- Common Patterns: Error messages and stack traces
Reporting Issues
- Gather Information: Version numbers, error messages, steps to reproduce
- Check Logs: Include relevant log entries
- Test Isolation: Try with minimal mods installed
- Report: Use official channels with detailed information
Community Resources
- Discord Server: Real-time help and discussion
- GitHub Issues: Bug reports and feature requests
- Wiki: Additional documentation and tutorials