How to make a Birch Hanging Sign in Minecraft
This Minecraft tutorial explains how to craft a birch hanging sign with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
In Minecraft, a birch hanging sign is a new item that was introduced in Minecraft 1.20. Hanging birch signs are a great way to leave directions so that you don't get lost in your world. Or, you can also use birch hanging signs to leave fun messages for other players. The crafting process will create 6 birch hanging signs at a time.
Let's explore how to make a birch hanging sign.
Supported Platforms
A birch hanging sign is available in the following versions of Minecraft:
| Platform | Supported (Version*) |
|---|---|
 Java Edition (PC/Mac) | Yes (1.20) |
 Pocket Edition (PE) | Yes (1.20.0) |
 Xbox 360 | No |
 Xbox One | Yes (1.20.0) |
 PS3 | No |
 PS4 | Yes (1.20.0) |
 Wii U | No |
 Nintendo Switch | Yes (1.20.0) |
 Windows 10 Edition | Yes (1.20.0) |
 Education Edition | No |
* The version that it was added or removed, if applicable.
NOTE: Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10 Edition are now called Bedrock Edition. We will continue to show them individually for version history.
Where to find a Birch Hanging Sign in Creative Mode
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
Here is where you can find a birch hanging sign in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.19.4 - 1.20 |  Functional Blocks |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
Here is where you can find a birch hanging sign in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 1.20.0 |  Items |
Minecraft Xbox Editions
Here is where you can find a birch hanging sign in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox One | 1.20.0 | Items |
Minecraft PS Editions
Here is where you can find a birch hanging sign in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| PS4 | 1.20.0 | Items |
Minecraft Nintendo
Here is where you can find a birch hanging sign in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch | 1.20.0 | Items |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
Here is where you can find a birch hanging sign in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 Edition | 1.20.0 | Items |
Required Materials to make a Birch Hanging Sign
In Minecraft, these are the materials you can use to craft a birch hanging sign:
How to craft a Birch Hanging Sign in Survival Mode
1. Open the Crafting Menu
First, open your crafting table so that you have the 3x3 crafting grid that looks like this:
2. Add Items to make a Birch Hanging Sign
In the crafting menu, you should see a crafting area that is made up of a 3x3 crafting grid. To make a birch hanging sign, place 6 stripped birch logs and 2 chains in the 3x3 crafting grid.
When making a birch hanging sign, it is important that the stripped birch logs and chains are placed in the exact pattern as the image below. In the first row, there should be 1 chain in the first box and 1 chain in the third box. In the second row, there should be 3 stripped birch logs. In the third row, there should be 3 stripped birch logs. This is the Minecraft crafting recipe for a birch hanging sign.
Now that you have filled the crafting area with the correct pattern, the 6 birch hanging signs will appear in the box to the right.
3. Move the Birch Hanging Sign to Inventory
Once you have crafted birch hanging signs, you need to move the new items to your inventory.
Congratulations, you have made a birch hanging sign in Minecraft!
Item ID and Name
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Minecraft, a birch hanging sign has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Hanging Sign (minecraft: |
16 | Java |
1.20 - 1.20.3 |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft, a birch hanging sign has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Hanging Sign (minecraft: |
0 | 16 | PE |
1.20.0 - 1.20.50 |
Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft, a birch hanging sign has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Hanging Sign (minecraft: |
0 | 16 | Xbox One |
1.20.0 - 1.20.50 |
Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft, a birch hanging sign has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Hanging Sign (minecraft: |
0 | 16 | PS4 |
1.20.0 - 1.20.50 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft, a birch hanging sign has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Hanging Sign (minecraft: |
0 | 16 | Switch |
1.20.0 - 1.20.50 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft, a birch hanging sign has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Hanging Sign (minecraft: |
0 | 16 | Windows |
1.20.0 - 1.20.50 |
Give Command for Birch Hanging Sign
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