How to Enchant a Sword with "Sharpness" in Minecraft?

Java Edition:

Additional damage is calculated using the following formula:

Additional random damage from 1 to:

• Sharpness I: +1 base damage + random damage from 1 to 0.5.

• Sharpness II: +1 base damage + random damage from 1 to 1.

• Sharpness III: +1 base damage + random damage from 1 to 1.5.

• Sharpness IV: +2 base damage + random damage from 1 to 2.

• Sharpness V: +2 base damage + random damage from 1 to 2.5.

• Create an enchantment table and place it.
• Surround the table with bookshelves to increase the available enchantment levels.

• Place a sword or axe into the enchantment table slot.
• Use lapis lazuli and select the "Sharpness" enchantment.

Tip: If the desired enchantment is not available, try:

• Enchanting any item at the lowest level if you have enough experience.

• Moving the enchantment table to different locations to refresh available options.

1. Find a librarian villager or create one by placing a lectern next to an unemployed villager.

2. Level up the villager until they offer enchanted books.

3. Look for a book with the "Sharpness" enchantment.

Enchanted books with "Sharpness" can be found in the following dungeons:

• Nether Fortresses (chance ~4%).

• Abandoned Mineshafts (chance ~2%).

• Jungle Temples (chance ~3%).

• Ancient Cities (chance ~5%).

• Find or craft an anvil.

• Place a sword or axe and an enchanted book with "Sharpness" into the anvil.

• Combine them to get an enchanted weapon.

If you want to get a diamond sword with "Sharpness II" using a command, use the following:

/give @p minecraft:diamond_sword{Enchantments:[{id:"minecraft:sharpness",lvl:2}]} 1

• Combine with other enchantments:

  • "Unbreaking" – increases weapon durability.

  • "Knockback" – knocks back enemies upon hit.

  • "Looting" – increases the amount of loot dropped by mobs.

• Use an anvil to save resources: Instead of crafting new weapons, use an anvil to repair and upgrade enchantments.

• Build an experience farm: High-level enchantments require a lot of experience, so creating an XP farm will simplify the process.

Can Sharpness and Smite be applied together?
No, Sharpness and Smite are mutually exclusive enchantments. You can only choose one for your weapon.

Which tools can Sharpness be applied to?
Sharpness can only be applied to swords and axes.

What is the maximum level of Sharpness?
The maximum level of Sharpness is V (5).

Does Sharpness increase block damage?
No, Sharpness only increases damage against mobs and players, not blocks.

Now you know everything about the Sharpness enchantment in Minecraft! Use this enhancement to become even stronger and more effective in battle. Good luck on your adventures!