Minecraft's command blocks allow players to automate console commands, but they are hard to find, so this guide shows how to get them.

In Minecraft, some things are simply impossible without commands. Other things are made easier through commands, but not everything a command does can be done organically.

For many Minecraft players, the command block is a complete mystery. Add in a few different variants of the command block and most players are completely stupefied.

You can get a command block in your Minecraft Java or Bedrock world using cheats and a special chat command.

The command block is an orangey-red cube with TV sci-fi LEDs stuck to it. As part of a redstone circuit, it can be used to execute specific commands, like granting experience to a player.