File Management

While the in-game GUI is convenient, sometimes you need to edit files manually (e.g., copying configs to a server via FTP).

Location

All configuration files generated by YAML Config are stored in the standard Minecraft config folder:

• Path: .minecraft/config/ (or your_server_folder/config/)

Naming Convention

Files are typically named using the following pattern: [modid]-[filename].[extension]

Examples:

• jobsplus-common.yaml
• grieflogger-server.json5
• necessities-client.toml

Editing Manually

You can open these files with any text editor (Notepad, VS Code, Notepad++).

1. Stop the Server/Game: It is safest to edit configs when the game is not running to avoid file conflicts.
2. Edit Values: Follow the syntax of the file format (YAML, JSON, etc.).
3. Validation: If you enter an invalid value (like text in a number field) and start the game:
   • YAML Config will detect the error during loading.
   • It will likely reset that specific entry to its default value to prevent the game from crashing.
   • An error will be printed to the game logs.

Server Syncing Explained

This is a common point of confusion for server admins.

• Scenario: You are playing on a server. You edit jobsplus-common.yaml in your local .minecraft/config folder using Notepad.
• Result: Nothing happens in-game.
• Reason: When you join a server, the server sends its config values to your client. Your local file is essentially ignored for gameplay logic while you are connected.
• Correct Way: You must edit the file inside the Server's config folder and restart the server (or use the in-game GUI as an Operator to update it live).