If you’re looking to enable cheats in Minecraft, whether for a single-player world or a multiplayer server, it’s a simple process. To activate cheats, open your server’s settings file and set the cheats option to “true” for Bedrock or modify the server.properties for Java Edition. You can also enable cheats in single-player by opening your world to LAN and toggling the cheat option on. With cheats enabled, you can use powerful commands like teleporting, changing game modes, and giving items to enhance your gameplay experience.

What Are Cheats in Minecraft?

Cheats in Minecraft allow players and server operators to run commands that can change the game experience. These include giving items, teleporting, changing the time or weather, and more. On a server, enabling cheats lets you use powerful administrative tools to manage the world.

How to Enable Cheats in a Java Edition Minecraft Server

Step 1: Stop the Server

Before making any changes, make sure your server is not running. Shut it down using your host panel or command line.

Step 2: Edit server.properties

1. Open the folder where your server files are stored.
2. Locate the server.properties file and open it with a text editor.
3. Find the line that says: enable-command-block=false While this line controls command blocks, also look for: allow-cheats=false If allow-cheats is missing, don’t worry—cheats are typically controlled by player permissions and operator status on Java Edition servers.
4. To ensure you can run commands, make sure your Minecraft account is added as an operator:
   • Open the ops.json file or use the command: op <YourMinecraftUsername>

Step 3: Save and Restart the Server

Once changes are made, save the file and restart your server.

How to Enable Cheats on Minecraft Bedrock Server

Step 1: Open server.properties

Navigate to the server.properties file in your Bedrock server directory.

Step 2: Modify Cheat Settings

Look for the line:

cheats=false

Change it to:

cheats=true

Step 3: Add Yourself as an Operator

Use the ops.json file or in-game commands if available:

op <YourGamertag>

Step 4: Restart the Server

Save your settings and restart your Bedrock server.

Enabling Cheats in Single-Player to LAN

If you’re playing single-player and want to enable cheats:

1. Open the world.
2. Press Esc and click Open to LAN.
3. Toggle Allow Cheats: ON.
4. Click Start LAN World.

Now you can use cheats like /gamemode, /give, and /tp.

Useful Cheats and Commands

Once cheats are enabled, try these handy commands:

• /gamemode creative — Switch to Creative Mode.
• /give @p diamond 64 — Get 64 diamonds.
• /tp @p 100 70 100 — Teleport to coordinates.
• /weather clear — Change weather.
• /time set day — Set the time to day.

Enabling cheats in Minecraft gives players and server administrators powerful tools to control and customize gameplay. Whether you’re adjusting your single-player world, running a private server, or managing a multiplayer realm, knowing how to turn on cheats allows you to teleport, give items, change game modes, and much more. By following the correct steps for your platform—Java Edition, Bedrock, or Realms—you can unlock full control of your Minecraft experience. Just remember to use cheats responsibly to maintain fairness and fun for all players involved.