Block
Hopper
Moves items between containers and collects item entities for automated farms and sorting systems.
Quick answer
Moves items between containers and collects item entities for automated farms and sorting systems.
IDminecraft:hopper
Obtaining5 iron and a chest
Primary roleItem transport
RedstoneLocked by power
How to obtain
A hopper is crafted from five iron ingots and a chest. Large systems are best built after establishing a reliable iron supply.
How it works
It pulls items from above and pushes them into the container it faces. A redstone signal temporarily locks both operations.
Where to use it
Hoppers feed furnaces, collect harvests, sort storage, and expose fullness to comparators. Transfer speed can limit large farms.
Practical tips
Set direction by placing while sneaking. Combine hoppers with water streams, minecarts, and droppers for long transport lines.
