A step-by-step guide to installing and using the Plugins Quickstart gametype for your Minecraft server

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Configuring a Minecraft server with plugins can be time-consuming and difficult. The Plugins Quickstart gametype offers a solution by providing a pre-configured set of plugins for players and server staff. This guide will explain how to install the Plugins Quickstart gametype and get started with its features.

Step 1: Installing Plugins Quickstart

Go to the Apex Server Panel and stop your server.
(Optional) Click on Reset Server Files in the left-hand menu.
(Optional) Confirm resetting all server files, but choose to restart later.
Find the Game File section and select Plugins Quickstart.
Follow the on-screen prompts to change the version and restart your server.

Step 2: Exploring the Plugins

After joining the server, you'll be greeted with a welcome message and some basic tools. The pre-configured plugins are ready to use.

EssentialsX: Essential Commands and Tools

EssentialsX offers a welcome message, starter tools, and several convenient commands, such as /tpa, /spawn, /sethome, /home, /kit, and /warp.

Grief Prevention: Safeguard Your Land

Protect your land with Grief Prevention by using a golden shovel to mark off areas. You'll gain more claim blocks every hour to expand your protected land.

Holographic Displays: Share Information with Style

Holographic Displays enable server owners to convey information with floating text. Use the “/hd help” command to access subcommands like /hd create, /hd delete, and /hd edit.

WorldEdit + WorldGuard: Building and Protecting

WorldEdit and WorldGuard help you create and protect server buildings. Utilize a wooden axe for selecting and manipulating landscapes, constructing structures, and safeguarding them from player modifications.

LuckPerms: Manage Permissions with Ease

LuckPerms is a versatile permissions plugin with nine default ranks. Use the “/luckperms editor” command in-game to adjust permissions as needed.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Plugins not working: Ensure the version is set to Plugins Quickstart and restart the server. Check plugin commands with /help.
Cannot use certain commands: Verify your permissions or configure them using the LuckPerms plugin. Alternatively, op yourself in the console.
Server shows errors during startup: Select Reset Server Files in the left-hand menu, remove all files, and restart the server.

Updated on: 13/04/2023