How to make Gunpowder in Minecraft
This Minecraft tutorial explains how to craft gunpowder with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
In Minecraft, gunpowder is an item that you can not make with a crafting table or furnace. Instead, you need to find and gather this item in the game.
Let's explore how to add gunpowder to your inventory.
Supported Platforms
Gunpowder 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.
Where to find Gunpowder in Creative Mode
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
Here is where you can find gunpowder in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.8 - 1.11 |  Materials |
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.12 - 1.19 |  Miscellaneous |
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.19.3 - 1.20 |  Ingredients |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
Here is where you can find gunpowder in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 0.14.1 - 1.1.3 |  Miscellaneous |
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 1.2 - 1.19.83 |  Items |
Minecraft Xbox Editions
Here is where you can find gunpowder in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox 360 | TU35 - TU69 | Materials |
| Xbox One | CU23 - CU43 | Materials |
| Xbox One | 1.2.5 - 1.19.83 | Items |
Minecraft PS Editions
Here is where you can find gunpowder in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| PS3 | 1.26 - 1.76 | Materials |
| PS4 | 1.26 - 1.91 | Materials |
| PS4 | 1.14.0 - 1.19.83 | Items |
Minecraft Nintendo
Here is where you can find gunpowder in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wii U | Patch 3 - Patch 38 | Materials |
| Nintendo Switch | 1.04 - 1.11 | Materials |
| Nintendo Switch | 1.5.0 - 1.19.83 | Items |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
Here is where you can find gunpowder in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 Edition | 0.14.1 - 1.1.3 | Miscellaneous |
| Windows 10 Edition | 1.2 - 1.19.83 | Items |
Minecraft Education Edition
Here is where you can find gunpowder in the Creative Inventory menu:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Education Edition | 0.14.2 - 1.0.18 | Miscellaneous |
| Education Edition | 1.0.21 - 1.17.30 | Items |
How to get Gunpowder in Survival Mode
You can add gunpowder to your inventory in Survival mode by killing a creeper. So let's get started!
1. Find a Creeper
You first need to find a creeper. You can find creepers in most Overworld biomes in light levels of 7 or less. Creepers will spawn in the dark, usually at night.
2. Attack and Kill the Creeper
Once you find a creeper, you need to attack it. When you attack the creeper, it will turn pink as it takes damage.
Continue to chase and attack the creeper. Once you have killed the creeper, it will drop gunpowder.
3. Pick up the Gunpowder
Make sure you pick up the gunpowder before it disappears.
Gunpowder is a useful item and should be kept in your inventory to be used later.
Item ID and Name
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Minecraft, gunpowder has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunpowder (minecraft: |
0 | 64 | Java |
1.8 - 1.12 |
| Gunpowder (minecraft: |
64 | Java |
1.13 - 1.20.2 |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft, gunpowder has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunpowder (minecraft: |
0 | 64 | PE |
1.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft, gunpowder has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunpowder (minecraft: |
0 | 64 | Xbox One |
1.6.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft, gunpowder has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunpowder (minecraft: |
0 | 64 | PS4 |
1.14.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft, gunpowder has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunpowder (minecraft: |
0 | 64 | Switch |
1.6.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft, gunpowder has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunpowder (minecraft: |
0 | 64 | Windows |
1.0 - 1.20.0 |
Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft, gunpowder has the following Name, ID and DataValue:
| Description (Minecraft ID Name) |
Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gunpowder (minecraft: |
0 | 64 | Education |
1.0 - 1.18.32 |
Give Command for Gunpowder
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