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Minecraft Color Codes Generator
Minecraft colour codes use the section sign (§) followed by a character, such as §a for green. Build and copy yours here.
Write coloured Minecraft text with a live preview. Click a colour or format code to insert it, type your message, and copy the version with § symbols for server.properties MOTDs and plugins.
Updated October 2026
Color Code Text Maker
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How to use the Color Code Text Maker
- Click a colour code, then type your text.
- Add bold, italic or reset codes as needed.
- Copy the § version for server.properties, or the & version for plugins.
FAQ
What are Minecraft colour codes?
Codes like &a (green) or &6 (gold) change the colour of the text after them. &l makes it bold and &r resets it.
How do I add colour to my server MOTD?
Put the text with § codes in the motd line of server.properties. This tool converts & codes to the § format for you.
What is the section sign in Minecraft colour codes?
It is the § symbol. Followed by a character like a, c or l, it sets a colour or format in places like server.properties and plugins.
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