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Minecraft Bookshelf item

Bookshelf

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A wooden block that holds books and boosts nearby enchanting tables, stackable up to 64 in inventory.

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About

The Bookshelf is a wooden decorative block crafted from wooden planks and books. It serves two purposes: it increases the power of nearby Enchanting Tables when placed around them (each bookshelf within range adds one enchantment level, up to a maximum of 15 levels), and it can be broken down into the books used to craft it.

Bookshelves are stackable up to 64 per inventory slot. They have moderate hardness and can be broken by hand or any tool, though an axe is most efficient. Spawn one with /give @p minecraft:bookshelf 1 or place them strategically around an Enchanting Table to unlock higher-level enchantments on tools and armor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get the Bookshelf without spawning it?
Yes. The Bookshelf can also be obtained through normal Minecraft progression. Admins usually spawn it for speed when testing, running events, or outfitting players, which is what the commands on this page are for.
Which game is the Bookshelf from?
The Bookshelf is from Minecraft. Every ID, code, and command on this page is specific to Minecraft and its current live build.
When was the Bookshelf data last updated?
The Bookshelf entry was last verified on GameServersCodex on June 29, 2026. We track the live Minecraft build, so the IDs and commands here reflect the current patch.
What does the Bookshelf do in Minecraft?
A wooden block that holds books and boosts nearby enchanting tables, stackable up to 64 in inventory.
What is the Bookshelf used for?
The Bookshelf is a wooden decorative block crafted from wooden planks and books. It serves two purposes: it increases the power of nearby Enchanting Tables when placed around them (each bookshelf within range adds one enchantment level, up to a maximum of 15 levels), and it can be broken down into the books used to craft it.
What items are related to the Bookshelf?
See the Related section at the bottom of this page for items commonly used alongside the Bookshelf, or open Browse Games to explore the full Minecraft database.
What is the item id of the Bookshelf?
The item id of the Bookshelf is minecraft:bookshelf.
What is the numerical id of the Bookshelf?
The numerical id of the Bookshelf is 47.
What is the give command of the Bookshelf?
The give command of the Bookshelf is /give @p minecraft:bookshelf 1.
What is the stackable of the Bookshelf?
The stackable of the Bookshelf is Yes.
What is the max stack size of the Bookshelf?
The max stack size of the Bookshelf is 64.
What is the material of the Bookshelf?
The material of the Bookshelf is Wood.
What is the hardness of the Bookshelf?
The hardness of the Bookshelf is 1.5.
What is the diggable of the Bookshelf?
The diggable of the Bookshelf is Yes.

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