Selection Modes
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BuildersWand offers three distinct selection modes, each designed for different building scenarios. Understanding how each mode works will help you choose the right tool for the job.
Place mode is the default and most commonly used selection mode. It's designed for building structures by extending existing patterns.
When you use place mode, the wand:
Looks at the block you're targeting
Identifies other blocks of the same type that are connected to it
Finds empty spaces adjacent to those connected blocks
Places new blocks in those empty spaces
This creates a natural extension of whatever structure you're building. If you have a wall and point at one of the wall blocks, the wand will extend the wall pattern into adjacent empty spaces.
Place mode is ideal for:
Building walls and structures
Creating floors and ceilings
Extending existing buildings
Filling in gaps in structures
General construction work
Building a Wall: Place a single block, then use the wand on it to automatically extend the wall in all directions.
Creating a Floor: Place a few blocks to establish a pattern, then use the wand to fill in the rest of the floor area.
Extending a Building: Point at the edge of an existing structure to add new sections that match the current design.
Break mode is designed for removing large areas of blocks quickly and efficiently.
When you use break mode, the wand:
Looks at the block you're targeting
Identifies all connected blocks of the same type
Removes all those connected blocks at once
This is much faster than breaking blocks individually, especially for large structures or mining operations.
Break mode is perfect for:
Clearing large areas
Mining operations
Removing old structures
Creating space for new buildings
Resource gathering
Clearing Land: Point at any block in an area you want to clear, and the wand will remove all connected blocks of that type.
Mining: Use break mode on ore veins to quickly extract all connected ore blocks. (If those ores aren't blacklisted in your wand's configuration)
Demolition: Remove entire sections of buildings by targeting any block in the section you want to demolish.
Line mode creates straight lines and structured patterns instead of filling connected areas.
When you use line mode, the wand:
Determines the direction you're facing
Creates a straight line of blocks in that direction
Respects the maximum range setting
This creates precise, straight structures that are perfect for roads, walls, and other linear features.
Line mode is best for:
Creating straight walls
Building roads and paths
Making borders and boundaries
Creating structured layouts
Any project requiring straight lines
Building a Road: Face the direction you want the road to go and use line mode to create a straight path.
Creating a Wall: Use line mode to build straight wall sections that follow your facing direction.
Making Borders: Create precise boundaries around areas using straight lines.
You can switch between modes using the wand's GUI. Sneak and left-click while holding your wand to open the settings menu, then click the mode button to cycle through available modes.
The available modes depend on your wand's configuration. Basic wands might only support place mode, while advanced wands support all three modes.
Place Mode Tips:
Start with a clear pattern to get the best results
Use the distance setting to control how far the wand extends
Consider the block type you're targeting - it affects what gets placed
Break Mode Tips:
Be careful when using break mode near structures you want to keep
Use the undo feature if you accidentally break the wrong blocks
Consider the block type you're targeting - it affects what gets removed
Line Mode Tips:
Pay attention to your facing direction - it determines the line direction
Use the distance setting to control line length
Line mode works well for creating structured layouts and boundaries