GradientNametags
A client-side Fabric mod that lets you apply smooth gradient colors to player name tags using simple commands like /namecolor
⬇ Download on Modrinth
Discord : notlazy25
Let me know if you face any problem.
[📖 How to Use]
Use/namecolor to apply a gradient to your name
/namecolor to apply it to another player
/uncolorname to remove it.
[💡 Example]
Use: /namecolor orange yellow Steve
This will make name start orange and smoothly transition into yellow.
[✨ Better Experience]
For an even better visual experience, use this mod alongside https://modrinth.com/mod/perspectivenametag Better Perspective, allowing you to freely adjust your camera view while enjoying smooth gradient name tags from different angles.
[⚙️ Features]
🌈 Smooth gradient name tags (per-character coloring)
🎨 Supports custom hex colors (RRGGBB)
👤 Apply gradients to yourself or other players
❌ Remove gradients anytime
⚡ Instant client-side rendering (no lag, no sync needed)
🔍 Tab-complete player name suggestions
🧠 Smart color interpolation for clean visuals
[💬 Commands]
/namecolor → Apply gradient to yourself
/namecolor → Apply to another player
/uncolorname → Remove gradient
[⚠️ Important]
This mod is client-side only
Works on any server without installation
Only YOU will see the gradient name tags
- Edition: Minecraft Java
- File type: .jar
- Minecraft version listed: 1.21.1
- How to install: Install the matching mod loader (Forge, Fabric or NeoForge) for your Minecraft version. → Download the .jar. → Put it in the .minecraft/mods folder and launch that loader profile.
- Where to get it: Opens on Modrinth — not every file is mirrored on our own servers.
Install steps are the general flow for this file type — How to install Minecraft Java mods & modpacks walks through it step by step.
- Ships as gradientnametag-1.21.1.jar — drop this file into the mods folder
- Download size: 2.0 MB
- Download link checked 9 Sept 2026 — working
These come from our own check of the pack file, not from the source page.