By default, you are given a basic appearance for your character in Minecraft. Although you can play entirely using the “Steve” skin, you may want to add some uniqueness to your character. Below, you can find out how to change your skin in Minecraft and where to download new skins to use.
Changing Your Skin in Minecraft
The process of changing your skin in Minecraft is quite similar to changing your username. However, the process differs between the Java and Bedrock editions. Here are the ways to change your skin in each edition:
Java Edition
- Go to the official Minecraft website:
- Open your web browser and go to the official Minecraft website.
- Login to your Microsoft account:
- Click on the “Sign In” button in the top right corner.
- Click on the “Account” button:
- After signing in, click on the “Account” button in the top right corner.
- Go to the “Profile” section:
- Look for the Minecraft: Java Edition box.
- Find the “Change Skin” option:
- You will find a distinct “Change Skin” option in this box.
- Choose or upload the skin:
- Click on this option and choose either a default model or upload a custom file for the skin you want.
Bedrock Edition
- Open the Minecraft app:
- Open the Minecraft app on your device.
- Go to the main menu:
- From the main menu, choose the Dressing Room option.
- Choose from the available skins:
- You can choose any of the existing skins.
This is simply how you can change your skin in either Minecraft edition. However, if you are playing on Java Edition, you will need an additional step involving downloading a pre-made skin file, which can be a bit complex. Fortunately, there are dozens of websites that have thousands of ready-made skins that you can download.
