Minecraft Bedrock Edition | Command Block Tutorial #1 - Command Block UI

Summary

In this video tutorial, the creator introduces viewers to the basics of using command blocks in Minecraft Bedrock Edition. The tutorial covers how to give yourself a command block, explains its interface, and details the different block types (impulse, chain, repeat), conditions, and how pulses and redstone work with command blocks. The video also touches on the importance of delay in ticks and understanding the command input and output. This first episode sets the foundation for future lessons, focusing on the essentials of command blocks to help users create more advanced commands.

Takeaways

• 😀 Command blocks are a powerful tool in Minecraft's Bedrock Edition for automating tasks and events in the game.
• 😀 To give yourself a command block, open the chat window, type '/give @s command_block', and press ENTER.
• 😀 Right-click (or use the left trigger on controllers) to open the command block interface and access its settings.
• 😀 Hover notes allow players to label command blocks for easier identification when working with multiple blocks.
• 😀 There are three types of command blocks: Impulse, Chain, and Repeat, each with different functionalities in handling pulses.
• 😀 Impulse command blocks send a single pulse when activated, while Chain command blocks carry pulses to other connected blocks.
• 😀 Repeat command blocks send multiple pulses, making them useful for repeated actions like constantly running commands.
• 😀 Command blocks can be set to 'Unconditional' or 'Conditional'. Conditional blocks check if previous commands succeed before executing.
• 😀 The 'Redstone' setting determines if a command block requires redstone to be activated or if it is always active.
• 😀 Ticks (0.05 seconds per tick) can be used to set delays between command executions, allowing for timed actions.
• 😀 Always enable 'Previous Output' to monitor whether your command was successful and to identify any issues with your commands.

Q & A

What is the purpose of this tutorial video?

The purpose of this tutorial video is to teach viewers how to use command blocks in Bedrock Edition. It aims to provide a detailed explanation of command block components, block types, and conditions, rather than just sharing command snippets.

How do you obtain a command block in Minecraft Bedrock Edition?

To obtain a command block in Minecraft Bedrock Edition, open the chat by pressing 'T' on Windows 10 or 'Select' on Xbox/PlayStation. Then, type the command: '/give @s command_block' and press 'Enter'.

What is the hover note feature in command blocks?

The hover note feature allows you to add notes to command blocks, which helps you identify each command block easily. For example, naming them 'test' or 'test-2' helps distinguish them without opening the command block interface.

What are the three block types in command blocks, and how do they work?

The three block types in command blocks are Impulse, Chain, and Repeat. Impulse command blocks activate once when triggered, Chain command blocks carry a pulse to the next block, and Repeat command blocks send multiple pulses, working continuously once activated.

What is the difference between a chain and an impulse command block?

An impulse command block sends a pulse only once, while a chain command block carries the pulse from a previous block to the next one. A chain command block only activates if the preceding command block executes correctly.

What is the purpose of the conditional setting on command blocks?

The conditional setting ensures that a command block only activates if the previous command block executes successfully. If the prior block’s command fails, the conditional command block will not activate.

What does the 'always active' setting do on command blocks?

'Always Active' means the command block will run continuously without needing a redstone input. It is commonly used with repeat command blocks for commands that need to run constantly.

What does the 'needs redstone' setting mean on command blocks?

'Needs Redstone' means the command block will only activate when it receives a redstone signal. If no redstone is input, the command block will remain off.

What is the significance of the 'delay in ticks' option in command blocks?

The 'delay in ticks' setting determines how long the command block waits before executing the command. One tick equals 0.05 seconds, and you can set delays in multiples of ticks (e.g., 20 ticks equals one second).

What is the 'previous output' setting, and why is it important?

'Previous output' is a setting that shows the result of the last executed command in the command block. Enabling it helps troubleshoot by displaying whether a command was successful or not, and it also helps identify errors.