Getting Started
Learn how to install and configure SamsHead! :)
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Welcome to SamsHead! This guide will walk you through the installation process and initial configuration to get pixel-perfect player avatars working in-game.
Requirements
- Java 21 or higher.
- Paper 1.21+ (or derivatives like Purpur).
- PlaceholderAPI (Highly recommended).
Installation
Download and Install
Place the SamsRank.jar file into your server's plugins/ folder.
Initial Startup
Start your server to generate the default configuration files.
ResourcePack Integration
SamsHead automatically detects your environment:
- ItemsAdder/Nexo: Files are written directly to their respective content folders.
- Vanilla: A built-in HTTP server starts on port
8765to serve the pack.
Reload and Verify
Reload your resource pack. Use /sh reload to ensure everything is synced. You should see a success message in the console showing the number of cached skins.