How To Use Minecraft '/fill' Command In Minecraft Bedrock

Hey everybody, it’s UnderMyCap and welcome back to another video! Today I’m going to be showing you how to use the /fill command in Minecraft Bedrock. This command is actually very simple to learn, it’s a really fun one to use, and it’s very useful in a lot of cases. If you want to watch the full video, you can check it out here: How To Use Minecraft ‘/fill’ Command In Minecraft Bedrock.

What Is The /fill Command?

If you’ve ever wanted to build a massive cube or a hollow area, the fill command is the right command for you. It’s one of those commands that once you learn it, you’ll find yourself using it all the time. I’ve also done a video on this for Java Edition, so if you’re playing on Java be sure to check that one out in the description and info card.

Getting Started With /fill

To get started, you want to open your command line using the / slash key, which brings up the Bedrock command interface. From there, type in /fill. After typing the command, you’ll need to define your coordinates. You can use tilde (~) symbols to fill relative to your current position. For example, filling three blocks away in the X direction, three blocks above you in the Y direction, and three blocks away in the Z direction will create a filled area around you. Once you hit enter, you’ll notice it creates what appears to be a four-by-four area. The reason for this is that the command fills three blocks in each direction from your starting point, and then adds another three blocks in the opposite direction as well, so keep that in mind when planning your builds.

You can also use specific world coordinates instead of tilde symbols. A handy way to find your coordinates is to use the /setworldspawn command, which will display your current coordinates. You can then type those values directly into the fill command. It’s a little bit involved but it’s probably the easiest way to target a precise area.

The Six Fill Command Options

Now let’s get into the really exciting part — the five additional options you can use with the /fill command. When you go back into the command, you’ll see a list of options that allow you to fill areas in different ways. Let’s go through each one.

Destroy

The destroy option will fill the selected area and destroy any blocks that were already there. What makes this unique is that it actually drops the items from the blocks it destroys. So if you fill an area of dirt using the destroy option, you’ll see a whole bunch of dirt items drop on the ground. It’s a great option when you want to keep the resources from the blocks you’re replacing.

Replace

The replace option works similarly to destroy, except it does not drop any items. It simply replaces whatever blocks are in the selected area with the new block you’ve chosen, without breaking or dropping anything. It’s a clean and efficient way to swap out blocks in a given area.

Keep

The keep option is a very cool one that you’ll likely find yourself using often. Essentially, this option only fills air blocks — it will not replace any physical blocks that already exist in the area. So if you have an area with a mix of coarse dirt and air, and you use the keep option, only the air spaces will be filled. The existing blocks stay exactly where they are. This is perfect for filling in gaps without disturbing any existing structures or terrain.

Hollow

As the name suggests, the hollow option creates a hollow cube using the block you’ve selected. The outside shell of the cube is filled with your chosen block, but the inside is left empty. This is incredibly useful for quickly building rooms or structures without having to manually place each wall, floor, and ceiling. It’s a real time-saver for builders!

Outline

The outline option is very similar to hollow — it creates essentially the same result. Both commands produce a hollow shell with the same dimensions and behaviour. They are two separate commands that achieve the same thing, so whichever one you prefer to use, you’ll get the same outcome either way.

Wrapping Up

And that’s basically it! The /fill command in Minecraft Bedrock is a fantastic tool for any builder, whether you’re working on large-scale projects or just want to quickly reshape an area. Once you get comfortable with the coordinates and the different fill options, it opens up a whole new level of creative possibilities in your world. I hope this was helpful and if you have any questions feel free to drop them in the comments. Thank you so much for reading and I can’t wait to see you in the next one!