How to Make a Lead in Minecraft GA S REGULAR Menu Lifewire Tech for Humans Newsletter! Search Close GO Gaming > Game Play

How to Make a Lead in Minecraft

Learn how to craft and use a leash in Minecraft

By Robert Earl Wells III Published on May 19, 2022 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email Game Play Consoles & PCs Gaming Services Game Play & Streaming Mobile Gaming If you know how to make a lead in Minecraft, you can use it as a leash or tether. That way, you can make any animal go where you want, and you don't have to worry about them running away. These instructions apply to Minecraft on all platforms. 1:33

How to Make a Lead in Minecraft

How Do You Make a Lead in Minecraft

Follow these steps to make a Lead (also known as a leash) in Minecraft: Get 1 Slimeball. You can collect them by defeating Slimes, which spawn in swamps or underground caves. Get 4 String. Find them in treasure chests or craft String from Cobwebs. You can find Cobwebs in mines or get them by defeating Spiders. In a Crafting Table, put 2 Strings in the first two boxes of the top row, then place 1 String and 1 Slimeball in the boxes underneath. Finally, place 1 String in the last box of the bottom row (in the lower-right corner of the grid). To make a Crafting Table, use 4 Wood Planks of any type.

How Do You Use a Lead in Minecraft

Equip your Lead and use it on a passive mob (like a horse, axolotl, etc.) to attach it as a leash. How you use a Lead in Minecraft depends on your platform: PC/Mac: Right-clickXbox: LTPlayStation: L2Switch: ZLPocket Edition: Tap and hold As you move, the mob on a leash will follow you. To unleash it, interact with the mob using the controls above. To tie a mob to a fence, use your Lead on the mob, then use it on the fence. To set it free, interact with the leash tied to the fence post.
You can get some animals to follow you by taming them or by carrying their favorite food. However, a Lead gives you more control over where your animal companions go.

What Do You Need to Make a Lead in Minecraft

To craft a Lead, you only need the following: 1 Slimeball4 StringA Crafting Table

Which Animals Can You Use Lead On in Minecraft

You can use a Lead on most neutral mobs, including: BeesCatsChickensCowsDolphinsDonkeysFoxesHoglinsHorsesIron golemsLlamasMooshroomsMulesOcelotsParrotsPigsPolar bearsRabbitsSheepSnow golemsSquidStridersWolvesZoglins Although you can't use a Lead on villagers, you can transport them to a different location with a minecart or a boat. FAQ How do I make a Lead without slime? To craft a Lead, you need a Slimeball. However, you can pick one up without crafting it by killing a Wandering Trader or separating them from their llamas. How do I lead a cow? To use a Lead with a cow, click the animal with the Lead equipped. It will then follow you around. You can also click a fence or other structure to "hitch" an animal you're leading to it. The mob will then stay within five squares of the one you attached the Lead to. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Make Green Dye in Minecraft How to Breed Horses in Minecraft How to Make a Campfire in Minecraft How to Make a Fence in Minecraft How to Find Amethyst in Minecraft How to Make a Bed in Minecraft How to Make a Beacon in Minecraft How to Make Fireworks in Minecraft How to Make an Invisibility Potion in Minecraft How to Make an Awkward Potion in Minecraft How to Make Smooth Stone in Minecraft How to Make Terracotta in Minecraft How to Make a Water Breathing Potion in Minecraft How to Make Paper in Minecraft How to Make a Fermented Spider Eye in Minecraft How to Make an Enchantment Table in Minecraft Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies