Use a Stonecutter to transform this mining byproduct into lovely building material if you’re tired of having a lot of cobblestone lying around. In order to create a Stonecutter in Minecraft, you only need a few straightforward materials.
Where to find a Stonecutter in Creative Mode
A stonecutter can be located in the Creative Inventory menu at the following location:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.14 – 1.19 |  Decoration Blocks |
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.19.3 | Functional Blocks |
A stonecutter can be located in the Creative Inventory menu at the following location:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 0.14.1 – 1.1.3 | Decorations |
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 1.2 – 1.19.50 | Items |
A stonecutter can be located in the Creative Inventory menu at the following location:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox One | 1.2.5 – 1.19.50 | Items |
A stonecutter can be located in the Creative Inventory menu at the following location:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| PS4 | 1.91 | Miscellaneous |
| PS4 | 1.14.0 – 1.19.50 | Items |
A stonecutter can be located in the Creative Inventory menu at the following location:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo Switch | 1.5.0 – 1.19.50 | Items |
A stonecutter can be located in the Creative Inventory menu at the following location:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 Edition | 0.14.1 – 1.1.3 | Decorations |
| Windows 10 Edition | 1.2 – 1.19.50 | Items |
A stonecutter can be located in the Creative Inventory menu at the following location:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Education Edition | 0.14.2 – 1.0.18 | Decorations |
| Education Edition | 1.0.21 – 1.17.30 | Items |
Data values[]
/give command. Block states[]
| Name | Default value | Allowed values | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| facing | north |
eastnorthsouthwest |
The direction the stonecutter is facing. Opposite from the direction the player faces when placing a stonecutter. |
| Name | Metadata Bits | Default value | Allowed values | Values for Metadata Bits | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| facing_direction | 0x10x20x4 |
0 |
2345 |
2345 |
The direction the stonecutter is facing. Opposite from the direction the player faces when placing a stonecutter.
|
01 |
01 |
Unused |
How to Craft and Use a Stonecutter in Minecraft
FAQ
How do you unlock a stonecutter in Minecraft?
Three cobblestone blocks can be converted into three stone blocks by using a furnace. An iron ingot comes from smelting iron ore found underground. To create a stonecutter, position the iron bar above the three stone blocks on the 3 by 3 crafting grid.
How do you make a 1.18 stonecutter?
You should see a crafting area with a 3×3 crafting grid in the crafting menu. Put one iron ingot and three stones in the 3×3 crafting grid to create a stonecutter.
Is stonecutter better than crafting?
The stonecutter is more effective than crafting for some recipes and is used to create blocks related to stone and copper in smaller, more precise quantities. It also serves as a stone mason’s job site block.
What can you put in a stonecutter in Minecraft?
Stonecutters can be used with all types of blocks, including smooth, brick, mossy, and cobblestone, and will produce chiseled versions as well as slabs and stairs. Red sandstone, chiseled sandstone, and the rest of the sandstone blocks can all be used, so put them all in the stonecutter.
