Command blocks can be used on a Minecraft server to issue console commands from in-game using redstone power. This opens many possibilities for automated server functions and can also be used to create fun, creative rewards for players. While complex, these command blocks can be used with mods and plugins to enable unique server experiences that are impossible with any other block type. Because console commands are used, command blocks can only be spawned by an operator.

Note: The command block option has been moved to gamerules and is enabled by default on Minecraft versions 1.21.9 and above. For older versions, see here.

How to Get Command Blocks on a Minecraft Server (1.21.9 and above)

1. Launch Minecraft.

2. Go to Options.

3. Choose Controls.

4. Toggle Operator Items Tab to ON.

5. Hit Done.

6. Join the server as an OP. Learn how to OP here.

7. Press T to open the chat.

8. Run the following command to enable creative mode: /gamemode creative

9. Press E to open the inventory.

10. On the lower right, select the Operator Utilities tab.

11. Drag a command block into the hotbar.

How to Get Command Blocks on a Minecraft Server (1.21.8 and below)

1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.

2. Stop the server.

3. Select the Config Files tab and choose Server Properties.

4. On the Enable Command Blocks dropdown, choose True.

5. Start the server.

6. Join the server as an OP. Learn how to OP here.

7. Press T to open the chat.

8. Run the following command to spawn a command block: /give [Player Name] minecraft:command_block