How to Fix “Cannot find Minecraft 1.20” in OptiFine

Are you having trouble finding Minecraft 1.20 in OptiFine? Don't worry, we've got you covered! In this blog post, we will guide you through the steps to fix this issue and ensure that you can enjoy Minecraft 1.20 with OptiFine. Let's get started!

Update and Launch Minecraft 1.20

To begin, you need to update Minecraft to version 1.20. Follow these step-by-step instructions:

1. Open the Minecraft launcher.

2. If an update is available, you will see a notification. Click on "Update" to start the update process.

3. Wait for the update to finish. This may take a few minutes, depending on your internet connection.

4. Once the update is complete, click on "Play" to launch Minecraft 1.20.

Download OptiFine from the Official Website

Next, you need to download OptiFine for Minecraft 1.20. Here's what you need to do:

1. Go to the official OptiFine website at https://optifine.net/downloads.

2. Look for the download section and find the version of OptiFine that is compatible with Minecraft 1.20.

3. Click on the download link to start the download process. Make sure you save the file in a location that you can easily access later.

Install OptiFine

Now that you have downloaded OptiFine, it's time to install it. Follow these steps:

1. Locate the downloaded OptiFine file (usually in your "Downloads" folder).

2. Double-click on the file to run it. This will open the OptiFine installer.

3. Follow the installation steps provided by the installer. Make sure to select the "Install" option when prompted.

4. Wait for the installation to complete. Once it's done, you will see a confirmation message.

Launch Minecraft with OptiFine

After installing OptiFine, it's time to launch Minecraft with OptiFine enabled. Here's how you can do it:

1. Open the Minecraft launcher.

2. Click on the arrow next to the "Play" button to expand the version dropdown box.

3. Look for "OptiFine" in the list of available versions and select it.

4. Click on "Play" to launch Minecraft with OptiFine.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you still cannot find OptiFine after following the previous steps, here are some troubleshooting tips you can try:

1. Make sure you have updated and launched Minecraft 1.20 before installing OptiFine.

2. Double-check that you have downloaded the correct version of OptiFine for Minecraft 1.20.

3. If the issue persists, try reinstalling OptiFine by repeating the installation steps.

4. Ensure that you have selected "OptiFine" from the version dropdown box in the Minecraft launcher.

By following the steps outlined in this blog post, you should be able to fix the issue of not finding Minecraft 1.20 in OptiFine. Remember to update and launch Minecraft to version 1.20, download OptiFine from the official website, install it correctly, and launch Minecraft with OptiFine enabled. If you encounter any further issues, don't hesitate to seek additional support. Happy gaming!