Question 1

How does redstone signal strength work?

Accepted Answer

Redstone signals have a strength of 0-15. Signals travel 15 blocks before dying. Use repeaters to extend range, comparators to measure containers, and note that some blocks emit specific signal strengths.

Question 2

What is a BUD switch in Minecraft?

Accepted Answer

A BUD (Block Update Detector) switch triggers when adjacent blocks update without directly powering the switch. Pistons can be used to create BUDs. Java Edition has more BUD behaviors than Bedrock.

Question 3

What is the difference between Java and Bedrock redstone?

Accepted Answer

Java has quasi-connectivity (BUD powering), consistent timing, and more predictable behavior. Bedrock lacks quasi-connectivity, has different piston timing, and some behaviors are random. Most Java designs need modification for Bedrock.

Question 4

How do comparators work?

Accepted Answer

Comparators read container fullness (0-15), subtract signals in subtract mode, or pass signals in compare mode only if side signal is weaker. They can read specific blocks like lecterns, composters, and item frames.

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