Regardless of which edition you chose, after the installation is complete, all you have to do is click play and have fun in Minecraft. It’s also worth noting that Mojang is currently working on adding cross-platforming to Java, so in a few months, Java may be the definite go-to. However, Java is best for Minecraft mods, free texture packs, and skins. Bedrock or Windows is the best choice for cross-platform play, it supports using a game controller, and you also have access to the Minecraft Marketplace that lets you buy game textures, skins, or custom maps. If you’re unsure which edition you want, it’s important to note the following.

Download the EasyMC Client for your operating system below. Mojang is currently working on adding cross-platforming to Java, so this may be the definite go-to in a few months. Download and install the official Minecraft Launcher on /download. You can install either one by clicking on the version you want and hitting the big green ‘install’ button in the bottom centre.

In the Minecraft Launcher, there will be both “ Minecraft: Java Edition” and Minecraft for Windows in the left-hand sidebar. However, there is a difference in which version you install unless you want to install both. Unlike the old days, Minecraft Java edition and Bedrock (now known as Windows) edition are a package deal meaning you can’t mess up and accidentally purchase the wrong version. Versions newly added to the list are now marked with. Options -> Delete appx after download to save space.

File -> Open launcher data folder in Explorer. Now you have successfully downloaded the Minecraft Launcher and registered your Microsoft account, all that’s left is to download the version of Minecraft that you want. Added some useful options to menus: File -> Open log file opens the launcher's log file in Notepad, useful for debugging.

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