To get player coordinates in Minecraft Bedrock Edition, you need to enable the "Show Coordinates" option within the game's settings or by using a simple command. Once enabled, your position will be displayed on the screen.
Displaying Your Position in Minecraft Bedrock
In Minecraft Bedrock Edition, knowing your exact location is crucial for navigation, finding structures, or returning to specific spots. Fortunately, the game provides a built-in feature to display your coordinates directly on the screen.
As stated in the reference, the block position of the player can be displayed by changing the world options. The coordinates are displayed in a box in the top left, if the "Show Coordinates" option is turned on in the game settings screen or /gamerule showcoordinates true is used.
This means you have two primary methods to activate this feature.
Two Ways to Show Coordinates
You can enable the coordinate display either through the in-game settings menu or by executing a command. Both methods achieve the same result.
Method 1: Game Settings
This is the easiest method for players in single-player worlds or those joining a world where they have permission to change settings.
- Pause the game: Press the pause button or escape key to open the game menu.
- Go to Settings: Select the "Settings" option.
- Navigate to the Game tab: In the Settings menu, make sure you are on the "Game" tab.
- Find "Show Coordinates": Scroll down through the Game options until you find the "Show Coordinates" toggle switch.
- Toggle On: Click or tap the switch to turn the option on.
Your coordinates should now appear in the top-left corner of your screen when you resume the game.
Method 2: Using the Command
Using a command is particularly useful in multiplayer servers or if you want to permanently enable coordinates for a specific world via the world settings outside of gameplay.
- Open Chat/Command Window: Press the chat button (usually 'T' on keyboard, or a corresponding button on controller/touchscreen) to open the chat window.
- Enter the Command: Type the following command exactly as shown:
/gamerule showcoordinates true - Execute the Command: Press Enter or the corresponding button to send the command.
This command instantly enables the coordinate display for the current game session or world (if you have operator privileges or are in a world with cheats enabled). The command /gamerule showcoordinates false can be used to turn the display off.
What Coordinates Tell You
Once displayed, you will see three numbers representing your position in the world:
- X: Your position along the East/West axis. Positive values are East, negative values are West.
- Y: Your vertical position or altitude. This number indicates your height above bedrock (Y=0) and below the world height limit (Y=256 or higher depending on version/settings).
- Z: Your position along the North/South axis. Positive values are South, negative values are North.
Understanding these values helps you pinpoint locations precisely and navigate the vast Minecraft world effectively.
| Method | Access | Requires Cheats/Permissions | Persistence | Ease of Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Game Settings | Pause Menu -> Settings -> Game | No (in personal worlds) | World-specific | Easy |
Command (/gamerule) |
Chat/Command Window | Yes | World-specific | Easy |
Turning on "Show Coordinates" is a fundamental step for players who want to explore, build, and survive with greater precision in Minecraft Bedrock Edition.
