Place a Jack o'Lantern
Place a lit pumpkin light source
✅ Verified for Java 26.2 · Bedrock 26.32 — checked June 2026Places a jack o'lantern — a light level 15 source that works underwater, which regular torches can't do. Note the block ID differs by edition: jack_o_lantern on Java, lit_pumpkin on Bedrock.
/setblock ~ ~ ~ jack_o_lantern30 characters
- Java: yes
- Bedrock: yes
- Command block: yes
- Needs cheats / OP: yes
How to use
- Open chat (T on Java, / on Bedrock).
- Stand where you want the lantern.
- Paste the command and press Enter.
- Use it underwater for full-strength lighting where torches fail.
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