How to Craft a Lever in Minecraft?

Minecraft offers a wide range of mechanisms and contraptions that players can create, and levers are among them. Levers serve as switches in the game, allowing players to activate or deactivate various redstone devices. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of crafting a lever with detailed instructions

Supported Platforms

Before we delve into the crafting process, let's first take a look at the platforms on which levers are available in Minecraft. The lever can be found in the following versions:

Java Edition (PC/Mac): Yes
Pocket Edition (PE): Yes (0.13.0)
Xbox 360: Yes
Xbox One: Yes
PS3: Yes
PS4: Yes
Wii U: Yes
Nintendo Switch: Yes
Windows 10 Edition: Yes (0.13.0)
Education Edition: Yes

Where to Find a Lever in Creative Mode

In Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac), you can find a lever in the Creative Inventory menu under the following categories:

Version(s): 1.8 - 1.19: Redstone
Version(s): 1.19.3 - 1.19.4: Redstone Blocks

Required Materials

To craft a lever in Minecraft, you will need the following materials:

1 Stick
1 Cobblestone

Crafting a Lever in Survival Mode

Follow these steps to craft a lever in Survival Mode:

Begin by opening your crafting table to access the 3x3 crafting grid.
In the crafting menu, arrange 1 stick and 1 cobblestone in a specific pattern. Place the stick in the middle box of the first row, and put the cobblestone in the middle box of the second row. The correct arrangement is illustrated in the crafting recipe image provided.
Once you have successfully crafted a lever, it will appear in the result box on the right side of the crafting grid. Simply click and drag the lever into your inventory.

Congratulations! You have successfully crafted a lever in Minecraft.

Item ID and Name

In Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac), a lever is identified by the following Name, ID, and DataValue:

Name: Lever
ID: minecraft:lever
DataValue: 0
Stack Size: 64
Platform: Java Edition (PC/Mac)
Version(s): 1.8 - 1.12
Block States for Lever

In Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac), levers have different block states, including their orientation and power status. Here are the block states for levers:

Face: wall (placed on the side of a block), floor (placed on top of a block), ceiling (placed on the bottom of a block)

Facing: north, south, east, west (indicating the direction the lever is facing)

Powered: false (not powered), true (currently powered)

Give Command for Lever

If you prefer to obtain a lever using the "/give" command in Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac), here are the commands for different versions:

Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac) 1.13 - 1.19.4: /give @p lever 1
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac) 1.8 - 1.12: /give @p lever 1 0

Final Thoughts

Lever mechanisms play a crucial role in Minecraft, allowing players to control various redstone devices. By following the crafting instructions provided in this tutorial, you can easily create a lever in Survival Mode using just a stick and cobblestone. Experiment with redstone contraptions and enjoy the endless possibilities that Minecraft has to offer.

FAQs

Q. What is a lever in Minecraft?

A. The lever in Minecraft is a mechanism that acts as a switch, allowing players to activate or deactivate redstone devices.

Q. What can I do with a lever in Minecraft?

A. A lever can be used to activate or deactivate redstone mechanisms, such as doors, traps, and pistons, allowing you to create complex contraptions and automate various processes in the game.

Q. Can I use commands to obtain a lever?

A. Yes, in Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac), you can use the "/give" command to obtain a lever. The command format varies depending on the Minecraft version.