Pixel art illustration of a structure block in chunky voxel game style
Minecraft Java Item ID

Structure Block ID

The structure block saves and loads structures to and from files, powering feature generation and map-making. It is available only in Creative mode via commands.

✓ Verified for Java Edition 1.21.11
Namespaced item ID minecraft:structure_block

Structure Block Item Facts

CategoryRedstone
Maximum stack64
Available inCreative
Historical numerical ID255

Historical numerical ID: Reviewed for Java Edition 1.12.2 and earlier.

Give Command for Structure Block

Copy the current Java Edition command, or open the generator to change the player and quantity.

/give @p minecraft:structure_block 1

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Historical command for Java 1.12.2 and earlier

Modern namespaced IDs are recommended. This numerical form is only for old Java releases.

/give @p 255 1

Give command syntax by version

Java 1.13+
/give @p minecraft:structure_block 1
Namespaced ID (current format)
Java 1.8–1.12.2
/give @p 255 1 0
Numerical ID + data value

Rows appear only when the underlying value is verified: the Java 1.8–1.12.2 row requires a reviewed historical numerical ID, and the Bedrock row appears only when this exact namespaced ID exists in the Bedrock registry.

How to Get Structure Block

Finding Structure Block

Structure Block cannot be crafted at a crafting table. It must be obtained through normal gameplay.

Prefer commands? Jump back to the give command matrix above to get Structure Block instantly.

About Structure Block in Minecraft

The structure block saves and loads structures to and from files, powering feature generation and map-making. It is available only in Creative mode via commands.

Structure Block Command Examples

  • Give 1 to nearest player: /give @p minecraft:structure_block 1
  • Give 1 to yourself: /give @s minecraft:structure_block 1
  • Give to a specific player: /give PlayerName minecraft:structure_block 1
  • Clear from inventory: /clear @p minecraft:structure_block

Structure Block FAQ

What is the item ID for Structure Block?

The item ID for Structure Block is minecraft:structure_block. Java Edition commands such as /give, /clear, and /setblock use this namespaced ID.

What is the numerical ID for Structure Block?

Structure Block has the historical numerical ID 255, used in Java Edition 1.12.2 and earlier. Current versions use minecraft:structure_block instead.

How do I give myself Structure Block in Minecraft?

Open the chat window and run /give @p minecraft:structure_block 1 to give the nearest player one Structure Block. Replace @p with a player name to target someone else.

How many Structure Block can stack in one slot?

Structure Block stacks up to 64 per inventory slot.

Sources and Data Review

Item facts were reviewed for Java Edition 1.21.11 on .

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