$Test Instance Block$

Test Instance Block

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The Test Instance Block is a technical block exclusive to Java Edition, used by Minecraft's game test framework to define and run automated structure tests. It is unbreakable in Survival and cannot be obtained through normal mining.

∞Hardness

3600000Blast Res.

handBest Tool

noTransparent

noRenewable

Found In

Creative inventory — Available under the "Operator Utilities" tab, or placed with /setblock, /fill, /give, and /test commands.

FAQ

Can I mine a Test Instance Block in Survival?

No. Its hardness is -1, making it completely unbreakable outside of Creative mode with operator permissions.

What is it used for?

It anchors and configures automated game tests for Minecraft developers, showing colored beacon-like beams for test status: gray while running, green when passing, red or orange when failing.

Does it drop anything when broken?

No, it has no drops and is not intended for normal gameplay use.

How do I interact with it?

Clicking it in Creative mode with permission level 2 or higher opens a GUI for configuring the associated test.

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