How to Craft a Redstone Comparator in Minecraft

Before we dive into the crafting process, let's first take a look at the platforms on which the redstone comparator is available:

• Java Edition (PC/Mac): Yes, starting from version 1.5

• Pocket Edition (PE): Yes, starting from version 0.14.0

• Xbox 360: Yes, in TU19

• Xbox One: Yes, in CU7

• PS3: Yes, in version 1.12

• PS4: Yes, in version 1.12

• Wii U: Yes

• Nintendo Switch: Yes

• Windows 10 Edition: Yes, starting from version 0.14.0

• Education Edition: Yes

If you're in Creative mode and want to quickly access a redstone comparator, here's where you can find it in the Creative Inventory menu:

Java Edition (PC/Mac): Versions 1.8 to 1.19 under "Redstone" and versions 1.19.3 to 1.19.4 under "Redstone Blocks"

To craft a redstone comparator, you'll need the following materials:

• 3 Redstone Torches

• 1 Nether Quartz

• 3 Stones

Now, let's get into the crafting process of the redstone comparator:

• Open the Crafting Menu

• Start by opening your crafting table to access the 3x3 crafting grid.

• Add Items to Make a Redstone Comparator

• In the crafting menu, you'll see a 3x3 grid. Place 3 stones, 3 redstone torches, and 1 nether quartz in specific positions to create the redstone comparator. Follow the pattern shown in the image above.

• First row: Place 1 redstone torch in the second box.

• Second row: Put 1 redstone torch in the first box, 1 nether quartz in the second box, and 1 redstone torch in the third box.

• Third row: Fill all three boxes with stones.

• Once you've placed the items in the correct pattern, the redstone comparator will appear in the result box on the right side of the crafting grid.

• To complete the crafting process, simply move the newly crafted redstone comparator into your inventory.

You would have successfully made a redstone comparator in Minecraft.

For reference, here are the details of the redstone comparator in terms of its name, ID, and data value:

• Name: Redstone Comparator

• ID: minecraft:comparator

• Data Value: 0 (for versions 1.8 to 1.12) and unspecified (for versions 1.13 to 1.19.4)

• Stack Size: 64

In Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac), the redstone comparator has various block states, including the direction it is facing and its operating mode (compare or subtract). These block states help define the behavior of the comparator.

If you prefer to use commands to obtain a redstone comparator, here's the give command for Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac):

• Versions 1.13 to 1.19.4: /give @p comparator 1

• Versions 1.8 to 1.12: /give @p comparator 1 0

Redstone comparators are versatile tools in Minecraft that enable players to create complex redstone contraptions. By following the crafting steps outlined in this tutorial, you can now make your own redstone comparators and explore the possibilities they offer in your Minecraft adventures.