Fortune in Minecraft
This Minecraft tutorial explains the Fortune enchantment with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
Supported Platforms
The Fortune enchantment is available in the following versions of Minecraft:
| Platform | Supported (Version*) |
|---|---|
 Java Edition (PC/Mac) | Yes |
 Pocket Edition (PE) | Yes |
 Xbox 360 | Yes |
 Xbox One | Yes |
 PS3 | Yes |
 PS4 | Yes |
 Wii U | Yes |
 Nintendo Switch | Yes |
 Windows 10 Edition | Yes |
 Education Edition | Yes |
* 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.
Background
The Fortune enchantment increases the block drops from mining. For example, with the Fortune enchantment you will have a better chance of getting flint from gravel or an apple from a tree.
You can add the Fortune enchantment to any pickaxe, shovel or axe using an enchanting table, anvil, or game command. Then use the enchanted tool to mine and see just how many blocks are dropped!!
The maximum level for the Fortune enchantment is Level 3. This means that you can enchant an item with up to Fortune III. The higher the level, the more powerful the enchantment.
| Enchantment Name | Fortune |
|---|---|
| Min Level | Level 1 (Fortune I) |
| Max Level | Level 3 (Fortune III) |
| Description | Increases the block drops from mining |
| Applies To |  Pickaxes Shovels Axes |
| How to add Enchantment | 1. Enchanting Table 2. Anvil 3. /enchant command |
Incompatible Enchantments
In Minecraft, the Fortune enchantment can not be combined with the following enchantments:
Items to Enchant with Fortune
In Minecraft, you can enchant the following items with Fortune:
Hold the Enchanted Tool
Once you have a tool (ie: pickaxe, shovel, or axe) that is enchanted with Fortune, you need to hold the enchanted item in your hand. You will not gain the increased block drops until the tool is held in your hand and used.
Congratulations, you just learned all about the Fortune enchantment in Minecraft.
Enchantment ID and Name
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: |
III | 35 |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: |
III | 18 | 0.16.0 |
Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: |
III | 18 | 1.4.0 |
Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: |
III | 18 | 1.14.0 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: |
III | 18 | 1.5.0 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: |
III | 18 | 0.16.0 |
Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) |
Max Level | Minecraft ID | Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: |
III | 18 | 1.0 |
See a complete list of Minecraft Enchantments that is interactive and searchable.
Enchant Command for Fortune
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