This Minecraft tutorial explains the Fortune enchantment with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
Supported Platforms
The Fortune enchantment is available in the following versions of Minecraft:
| Platform | Supported (Version*) |
|---|---|
 Java Edition (PC/Mac) | Yes |
 Pocket Edition (PE) | Yes |
 Xbox 360 | Yes |
 Xbox One | Yes |
 PS3 | Yes |
 PS4 | Yes |
 Wii U | Yes |
 Nintendo Switch | Yes |
 Windows 10 Edition | Yes |
 Education Edition | Yes |
* The version that it was added or removed, if applicable.
NOTE: Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10 Edition are now called Bedrock Edition. We will continue to show them individually for version history.
Background
The Fortune enchantment increases the block drops from mining. For example, with the Fortune enchantment you will have a better chance of getting flint from gravel or an apple from a tree.
You can add the Fortune enchantment to any pickaxe, shovel or axe using an enchanting table, anvil, or game command. Then use the enchanted tool to mine and see just how many blocks are dropped!!
The maximum level for the Fortune enchantment is Level 3. This means that you can enchant an item with up to Fortune III. The higher the level, the more powerful the enchantment.
| Enchantment Name | Fortune |
|---|---|
| Min Level | Level 1 (Fortune I) |
| Max Level | Level 3 (Fortune III) |
| Description | Increases the block drops from mining |
| Applies To |  Pickaxes Shovels Axes |
| How to add Enchantment | 1. Enchanting Table 2. Anvil 3. /enchant command |
Incompatible Enchantments
In Minecraft, the Fortune enchantment can not be combined with the following enchantments:
- Silk Touch
Items to Enchant with Fortune
In Minecraft, you can enchant the following items with Fortune:
Hold the Enchanted Tool
Once you have a tool (ie: pickaxe, shovel, or axe) that is enchanted with Fortune, you need to hold the enchanted item in your hand. You will not gain the increased block drops until the tool is held in your hand and used.
Congratulations, you just learned all about the Fortune enchantment in Minecraft.
Enchantment ID and Name
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: | III | 35 | Java Edition (PC/Mac) |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: | III | 18 | Pocket Edition (PE) | 0.16.0 |
Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: | III | 18 | Xbox One | 1.4.0 |
Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: | III | 18 | PS4 | 1.14.0 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: | III | 18 | Nintendo Switch | 1.5.0 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: | III | 18 | Windows 10 Edition | 0.16.0 |
Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft, Fortune has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fortune (minecraft: | III | 18 | Education Edition | 1.0 |
Definitions
- Enchantment is what the enchantment is called and (Minecraft ID Name) is the string value used in the /enchant command.
- Max Level is the maximum level that you can apply for this enchantment.
- Minecraft ID is the Internal number for the enchantment.
- Platform is the platform that applies.
- Version is the Minecraft version number that the enchantment was introduced for the name and ID, if applicable.
See a complete list of Minecraft Enchantments that is interactive and searchable.
Enchant Command for Fortune
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Enchant Command in Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
Fortune I:
/enchant @p fortune 1
Fortune II:
/enchant @p fortune 2
Fortune III:
/enchant @p fortune 3
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
Fortune I:
/enchant @p fortune 1
Fortune II:
/enchant @p fortune 2
Fortune III:
/enchant @p fortune 3
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Xbox One Edition
Fortune I:
/enchant @p fortune 1
Fortune II:
/enchant @p fortune 2
Fortune III:
/enchant @p fortune 3
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft PS4 Edition
Fortune I:
/enchant @p fortune 1
Fortune II:
/enchant @p fortune 2
Fortune III:
/enchant @p fortune 3
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Nintendo Switch Edition
Fortune I:
/enchant @p fortune 1
Fortune II:
/enchant @p fortune 2
Fortune III:
/enchant @p fortune 3
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
Fortune I:
/enchant @p fortune 1
Fortune II:
/enchant @p fortune 2
Fortune III:
/enchant @p fortune 3
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Education Edition
Fortune I:
/enchant @p fortune 1
Fortune II:
/enchant @p fortune 2
Fortune III:
/enchant @p fortune 3
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
