Turn Off the Locator Bar
Hide the player locator bar HUD element. Run: /gamerule locator_bar false. Disables the locator bar — the HUD element added in Java 1.21.6 (Spring to Life drop) that shows nearby player positions. Run /gamerule locator_bar true to re-enable it. Useful on PvP servers where stealth matters, or simply to declutter the HUD. Works on Java Edition 26.2. Last verified June 2026.
✅ Verified for Java 26.2 · Bedrock 26.32 — checked June 2026/gamerule locator_bar false- Java: yes
- Bedrock: no
- Command block: yes
- Needs cheats / OP: yes
How to use
- Open chat (T) on Java Edition 1.21.6 or later.
- Paste /gamerule locator_bar false and press Enter.
- The locator bar disappears from all players HUDs.
- Run /gamerule locator_bar true to restore it.
Frequently asked questions
Does Turn Off the Locator Bar work on Bedrock Edition?
The locator_bar gamerule is Java Edition only, added in 1.21.6.
Do you need OP or cheats enabled to use Turn Off the Locator Bar?
Yes — you need operator permissions (OP) on a server, or cheats enabled in your world settings (Java: open to LAN with cheats on; Bedrock: enable cheats in world settings).
Can Turn Off the Locator Bar be used in a command block?
Yes — paste the command into a command block and activate it with a button or redstone signal. Remove the leading slash when using a command block.
Does Turn Off the Locator Bar work in multiplayer?
Yes — the command works the same in multiplayer as in singleplayer. Operator permissions may be required depending on your server settings.
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