What is the purpose of the brush in Minecraft? [Complete Guide]

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During your gaming sessions on MinecraftYou've probably used a pickaxe for mining, a hoe for ploughing or a shovel for digging. But have you ever used a paintbrush?

Thanks to our guide, you'll know what the brush is for in Minecraft and how it can benefit your adventures.

1. Discover objects on Minecraft

If you're a keen explorer, the paintbrush is a must-have in your inventory. In fact, this tool allows you to reveal hidden objects in blocks! Here's how it works:

Firstly, finding so-called "suspect. The difference between the two is subtle, but very real if you pay enough attention. Nevertheless, you can always resort to installing a mod which will accentuate them.

A suspicious block will have more dark pixels than a normal block. ©Dramsey for Alucare.

Now that you've identified one, use the brush (brush) on it. All until the object in the block is extracted.

So you can have your booty back, bravo!

2. To progress in archaeology

In Minecraft, the archaeology system allows us to search various sites to unearth hidden objects. The paintbrush is an essential tool in this profession.

This is because we want to avoid damaging the artifacts that we search with a pickaxe or other tools not designed for the job.

How do I get a brush on the Minecraft?

You can build your own paintbrush in Minecraft, as long as you have the necessary tools. materials suitable. Either :

A feather,
A copper ingot,
And a stick.

Craft to obtain a brush in Minecraft. Its durability is 64 uses. ©Dramsey for Alucare.

Then all you have to do is place these three elements on your craft table. Congratulations, you now have a paintbrush!

How do I become an archaeologist in Minecraft?

Has this article awakened your inner archaeologist? If so, and you'd like to take the plunge, then follow our tips below to become one!

Once again, the brush is a must-have for archaeology in Minecraft. So, first of all, make sure you have some in your inventory.

A paintbrush in Minecraft, essential for finding hidden objects. Dramsey for Alucare.

Now that you are well equipped, go to a desert biome, then search for a desert structure.

A Desert Temple in Minecraft. This is a type of archaeological site you can explore. ©Dramsey for Alucare.

A Desert Well in Minecraft, another type of archaeological site to explore. ©Dramsey for Alucare.

During your journey through these structures, the challenge will be to identify the suspicious blocks. So keep your eyes peeled!

An example of a suspicious sand block within a desert structure in Minecraft. ©Dramsey for Alucare.

Then it's time to put your brush to work by dusting the suspect block!

As you progress, you will be able to see the object hidden in the suspicious block. ©Dramsey for Alucare.

Discover and above all enjoy your find once your work is done!

In our case, the reward is a diamond! ©Dramsey for Alucare.

What objects can the brush find in Minecraft?

Depending on the desert structure you come across, you can expect to find various objects. So here's a list (Java edition) so you know where you stand.

Desert Pyramid

🔎 Findable items	👀 In-game appearance
Archer pottery shard
Jewel pottery shard
Miner's pottery shard
Pottery shard Skull
Gunpowder
TNT
Diamond
Emerald

Desert Well

🔎 Findable items	👀 In-game appearance
Bras Levés pottery shard
Alchemist's pottery shard
Brick
Stick
Suspicious soup
Emerald

the brush in Minecraft is much more than just a tool. It opens the door to exploration and the discovery of objects hidden in suspicious blocks, playing an essential role in archaeology.

In any case, feel free to share the results of your research in the comments! To keep up the momentum, we invite you to check out what an anvil does in Minecraft !