The /summon command in Minecraft lets you summon an entity or mob at any time. Whether you want to summon a skeleton, a saddled horse or even a fearsome monster, this Minecraft command gives you unprecedented flexibility and control over the Minecraft world.
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/summon command syntax
The syntax for invoking an entity in Minecraft varies slightly between the Java and Bedrock editions.
Java Edition
In the Java Edition of Minecraft, the syntax for invoking an entity is as follows :
- Basic command :
/summon <entity> [pos] [nbt] - entity : This is the value of the entity to be invoked (for example, “skeleton”).
- pos (optional) : This is the x, y, z coordinates where the entity should appear. If no coordinates are specified, the entity will appear at the player’s current location.
- nbt (optional) : This is a compound data tag that defines a property for the entity, such as
{SkeletonType:1}or{Owner:DigMinecraft}.
Example: To invoke a skeleton at a specific position with a data tag, you can use : /summon skeleton 100 64 100 {IsBaby:1}.
Bedrock Edition
The syntax of the /summon command in Bedrock Edition is similar, but it offers additional options for defining rotation, spawn event, entity name, etc. Here’s the general structure :
- Basic command :
/summon <entity> [spawnPos] [spawnEvent] [nameTag] - entity : As in Java Edition, this is the entity you wish to invoke.
- spawnPos (optional) : The coordinates where the entity should appear.
- spawnEvent (optional) : This is used to trigger a specific spawn event for the entity.
- nameTag (optional) : You can assign a name to the entity invoked with this option.
Example : To invoke a zombie named “Bob” at a specific position, you can use : /summon zombie 100 64 100 minecraft:as_baby Bob.
How to enter the /summon command
- Open the chat window : The game command to open the chat window depends on the Minecraft version.
- Type the command : For example, to summon a skeleton, you can type :
/summon skeleton. - Press Enter to execute the command.
Examples of use
Here are a few examples of how to use the /summon command :
- To invoke a skeleton :
/summon skeleton - To invoke a saddled and tamed horse :
/summon horse ~ ~ ~ {Tame:1, SaddleItem:{id:saddle,Count:1}} - To invoke a wither_skeleton :
/summon wither_skeleton
Additional information
- Supported platforms : The /summon command is available in Java, Pocket Edition, Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Windows 10 Edition and Education Edition.
- Prerequisites : To execute game commands in Minecraft, you must enable cheats in your world.
- Generator tools : If you need help with /summon commands, you can use tools like the Summon mob generator to automatically generate commands for you.
The /summon command offers a wide variety of options for controlling and manipulating entities in Minecraft. Whether you’re an experienced player looking to add complexity to your world or a beginner wanting to experiment, this command is a powerful tool to have in your Minecraft command arsenal.
