How To Make an Observer in Minecraft

Are you looking to make a block update detector? Follow this comprehensive guide to make an Observer in Minecraft.

Observer in Minecraft
Observer helps to detect any updates in a block (Image via Mojang Studios)

In Minecraft, there are various types of blocks to keep things interesting. These blocks may vary in functions, utility, and features. Observer, one such block, can be used to detect any changes in other blocks. It works on a simple principle of Redstone light.

Also, there are two different faces of Observer. The face in the front detects changes in the block, and the back face emits a Redstone signal. You can craft an Observer in Minecraft using a crafting table.

Here is an article that contains everything you need to know regarding Observer in Minecraft.

Ingredients Needed To Make an Observer in Minecraft

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You will need Redstone to craft an Observer (Image via Mojang Studios)

You will need a crafting table and ingredients to craft an observer in Minecraft. Also, the required items are:

  • 6x Cobblestone
  • 2x Redstone Dust
  • 1x Nether Quartz

Here are the complete details to gather them:

  • Cobblestone: It is the most common and easy block to obtain in Minecraft. You can get cobblestone by mining stone blocks with a pickaxe.

  • Redstone Dust: The best way to get Redstone Dust in Minecraft is by mining Redstone ore, which is found between Y levels -64 and 15. Also, it is important to use an iron pickaxe or better for mining.

  • Nether Quartz: You can easily mine Nether Quartz from Nether, typically located between Y Levels 10 and 117.

Once you have all the ingredients, head to the crafting table to make an Observer in Minecraft.

Crafting Observer in Minecraft

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Observer Crafting Recipe (Image via Mojang Studios | Kale/YouTube)

Follow these detailed steps to craft an Observer:

  • Open the crafting table to spot the 3×3 grid.
  • Place three Cobblestones in the first and last rows, one in each slot. Next, put two Redstone dust in the first two slots of the middle row. Finally, place one Nether Quartz in the final slot of the middle row.
  • Once you correctly place the ingredients on the crafting table, you will obtain an Observer in the adjacent box.
  • Drag it to your inventory.

Once you get the Observer, you can place it in front of any block to spot the updates. Additionally, make sure to put the textured face heading towards the block.


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