How to Install Schematics for DonutSMP

If you are playing on DonutSMP, the format and workflow you will usually want is .litematic + Litematica. That is the most common setup for following a build in survival because it gives you an in-game overlay to build against instead of relying on old editor workflows.

What you should use on DonutSMP

For DonutSMP players, the default answer is simple: install Litematica and its dependency MaLiLib, then load the schematic from your .minecraft/schematics/ folder. If a download gives you a .litematic file, that is usually the easiest path.

For the actual mod installation steps, use the instructions on the Modrinth pages for Litematica and MaLiLib. Those setup details can change over time, so Modrinth is the right place to check the current version, loader support, and install notes.

If you want the actual Litematica controls, hotkeys, and placement tips after setup, refer to How to Use Litematica.

Basic install steps

• Download the build file you want to use.
• Check the file type and prefer .litematic when possible for DonutSMP.
• Make sure Litematica is installed, and use the Modrinth pages for the current install steps.
• Put the schematic file in .minecraft/schematics/.
• Open Minecraft and load the schematic through the Litematica menu.
• Confirm the schematic appears in-world before you start building.

How to load the schematic

1. Press M to open the main Litematica menu.
   
2. Open Load Schematics.
   
3. Select the file from the schematic browser and click Load Schematic.
   
4. Keep the create-placement option enabled so the schematic appears in-world right away.
5. If you want help with placement controls after that, refer to the Litematic usage guide.

Troubleshooting

• If the file does not appear, make sure it is inside .minecraft/schematics/.
• If the mod does not load, verify that Litematica and MaLiLib match your Minecraft version.
• If the schematic renders strangely, the file may come from a different Minecraft version.
• If you downloaded a .schem or legacy .schematic file, it may not fit the normal DonutSMP workflow as cleanly as .litematic.

Best default for donut.build players

If you are using donut.build builds on DonutSMP, treat Litematica as the standard path unless a guide or download clearly says otherwise. It is the most common option for getting schematic files working on DonutSMP.