/msg
Sends a private message to players. Its basic form is /msg <targets> <message>; it has 1 syntax form and 2 arguments. Permission: Everyone.
/msg syntax
Game dataEvery form the game accepts. Words in <angle brackets> are arguments you fill in; everything else is typed as is.
/msg <targets> <message>/msg examples
Ready-to-paste examples (cheats on). @s is you, @p the nearest player, @a everyone, @e every entity.
/msg Steve Meet me at spawn- Sends a private message only Steve can see.
/msg arguments
What each argument expects, with the limits the game enforces.
| Argument | Expects | Limits |
|---|---|---|
<targets> | Target selector or player name (@s, @p, @a, @e, @r) | players only · one or more |
<message> | Chat message (selectors expand to names) | — |
Sends a private message to players. It has 1 syntax form and can be run by: Everyone.
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/msg FAQ (Java 26.3)
What does /msg do in Minecraft?
Sends a private message to players.
What is the syntax of /msg?
The basic form is /msg <targets> <message>. All forms are listed above.
What is an example of /msg?
/msg Steve Meet me at spawn — Sends a private message only Steve can see.
Do you need cheats for /msg?
No, every player can use it.
Is there a shorter name for /msg?
Yes, /w works the same way.