Minecraft Locate Command Guide: Quickly Find End Strongholds and Structures

An Qu Xiao Chen Ju Le Bu·5/18/2026

How to Use the locate Command to Find Structures

First, you need to enable cheat mode. Enter /locate stronghold in the chat box. After confirming the command, the system will display the coordinates of the nearest structure, shown as "Block [XXX, XXX, XXX]".

Once you have the coordinates, enter /tp XXX XXX XXX, and you'll be teleported to the target building! However, keep in mind that in some versions, the structures you can find might be somewhat limited (such as end structures).

Command Usage Notes

The /locate command must be used in the correct dimension to work. For example, an End Stronghold exists in the Overworld, so you must enter the command while in the Overworld to get coordinates. If you enter it in another dimension, you'll get a message saying "No valid structure found in this dimension".

Common Locate Command Codes for PC

On PC, you can locate more buildings, and hopefully these features will be added to mobile versions over time. Here's a list of common commands:

/locate EndCity: End City
/locate Fortress: Nether Fortress
/locate Mineshaft: Abandoned Mineshaft
/locate Monument: Ocean Monument
/locate Stronghold: End Stronghold
/locate Temple: Desert Pyramid, Jungle Temple, Swamp Hut, Igloo
/locate Village: Village