Is there anything I need to know before downloading Minecraft PE 1.6.1?
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Before downloading and installing the Minecraft PE 1.6.1 update, make sure to back up your world first as updates can sometimes cause corruptions.
To back up your world in Minecraft PE:
Open the Settings menu by tapping on the three dots in the top right-hand corner of the screen. Select ‘Export World’ from the list of options. Choose where you would like to save your world backup and tap ‘Export’.
To install the Minecraft PE 1.6.1 update:
Open the Settings menu by tapping on the three dots in the top right-hand corner of the screen. Select ‘Advanced’ from the list of options. Tap on ‘Check for updates’. If an update is available, it will begin downloading automatically. Once the download is complete, select ‘Apply update’ and then ‘Restart’.
After the update has been installed, your world should appear exactly as it did before the update. However, if you experience any issues with your world after updating, you can always revert back to your backup by repeating the steps above and choosing ‘Import World’ instead.
What’s new in Minecraft PE 1.6.1?
The 1.6.1 update for Minecraft PE includes a number of changes and improvements, such as:
- New sponges! Sponges can now be found in the Ocean biome and can be used to absorb water from nearby blocks, making them ideal for building underwater structures.
- The Wither boss has been added! The Wither is a powerful and dangerous mob that can only be spawned by using three Wither skeleton skulls.
- New blocks! A variety of new blocks have been added, including stained glass, prismarine, and sea lanterns.
- Improved performance! The 1.6.1 update includes a number of changes to improve game performance, especially on older devices.
These are just a few of the new features and changes in the Minecraft PE 1.6.1 update. For a full list of changes, visit the official Minecraft website.
– The ‘Can’t keep up!’ message should no longer appear as often.
Minecraft PE 1.6.1 fixes:
- Redstone lamps should now stay lit when placed next to each other.
- Items should no longer disappear when dropped on an Enderman.
- sprinting into a wall should no longer cause the player to stop sprinting.
- Skeletons should no longer shoot through solid blocks.
- The ‘Can’t reach that!’ message should no longer appear when trying to climb a ladder or vine.
- Endstone should now be properly smelted into endstone bricks.
- Beds should now respawn players at the correct location.
How to install Minecraft PE 1.6.1?
The 1.6.1 update is a free update for all players with an active Minecraft PE account. To install the update:
Open the Settings menu by tapping on the three dots in the top right-hand corner of the screen. Select ‘Advanced’ from the list of options. Tap on ‘Check for updates’. If an update is available, it will begin downloading automatically. Once the download is complete, select ‘Apply update’ and then ‘Restart’.
After the update has been installed, your world should appear exactly as it did before the update. However, if you experience any issues with your world after updating, you can always revert back to your backup by repeating the steps above and choosing ‘Import World’ instead.
We hope you enjoy the Minecraft PE 1.6.1 update!
Minecraft PE updates 1.6.1 FAQ:
The 1.6.1 update for Minecraft PE includes a number of changes and improvements, such as the addition of sponges, the Wither boss, and new blocks. For a full list of changes, visit the official Minecraft website.
The 1.6.1 update is a free update for all players with an active Minecraft PE account. To install the update: Open the Settings menu by tapping on the three dots in the top right-hand corner of the screen. Select ‘Advanced’ from the list of options. Tap on ‘Check for updates’. If an update is available, it will begin downloading automatically. Once the download is complete, select ‘Apply update’ and then ‘Restart’.
If you experience any issues with your world after updating, you can always revert back to your backup by repeating the steps above and choosing ‘Import World’ instead.
We hope this FAQ has been helpful! If you have any further questions about the Minecraft PE 1.6.1 update, feel free to ask us in the comments section below.