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Organizing Worlds in a Separate Folder

Zoriot edited this page Oct 9, 2024 · 1 revision

Overview

Paper offers a feature that allows server administrators to change the directory where world data is stored. This is achieved by editing the bukkit.yml file and adding the following setting:

Configuration Change

settings:
  world-container: plots

By specifying a custom directory (e.g., plots), you can organize your worlds more effectively, especially when dealing with a large number of worlds.

Step-by-Step Migration Guide

  1. Shutdown your Plot-Server.
  2. Edit your bukkit.yml with the setting above.
  3. Move all existing world folders from the root directory into the new directory you've specified (e.g., move them into the plots folder).
  4. Start the server and enjoy.