RFTools FAQ

FAQ

Q: I created a dimension but the dialing device doesn't show a destination.

A: Sometimes it happens that there is a problem with the spawn platform. I have had this problem with AE2 meteorites which somehow seem to go over what RFTools tries to put there (btw, I have had this problem too with Mystcraft at some point). The only solution for this is to spawn in a creative 'teleporter probe' and teleport using that to the dimension. Then you can put a valid matter receiver there to get a valid spot to teleport too.

Q: How do I make a good mining dimension?

A: There are some dimension examples here.

Q: How can I make sure I can get back to the overworld from an RFTools Dimension?

A: One proper RFTools way is to bring a charged and pre-dialed matter transmitter with you and then place that down in the dimension as soon as you arrive. To make things safer you can also bring a dialing device and some power with you as well.

A: Another way is to use the new charged porter item. Make sure it is charged and also make sure it is properly linked to a good matter receiver in your base. This is the preferred way if you are just planning to explore the dimension before setting up a more permanent teleporter there. It also has the advantage that you can use it from anywhere in the destination dimension. You don't have to go back to the spawn platform.

A: You can of course use Mystcraft linking books. These work fine in RFTools dimensions too. This is another easy way to get started.

A: Any other teleportation system should work.

Q: I use a material or liquid dimlet in my dimension but it didn't do anything? RFTools is broken!

A: RFTools may be broken in some ways but it is more likely that you forgot to put the material or liquid dimlet before either a terrain or a feature dimlet. Material and liquid dimlets are modifiers and these have to put put BEFORE the things you want to modify. For example, material gold ore followed by terrain normal or liquid lava followed by feature liquid orbs. Beware! Do not confuse terrain dimlets with biome dimlets! Biome Extreme Hills is not a terrain dimlet and as such does not accept material modifiers.

Q: Can I control the weather in RFTools dimensions?

A: Not yet. In the next version of RFTools (2.60) this will be possible. For now you can use a single biome controller and a desert biome. At least that way you can disable rain.