Switch the “Settings” and “Browse Add-Ons!” Buttons Back — Minecraft Bedrock 1.21.120

The Issue
In Minecraft Bedrock, the layout of core interface buttons shapes how smoothly players can navigate the game. With the 1.21.120 update, the “Settings” and “Browse Add-Ons!” buttons were swapped, altering a layout that players had relied on for years. What seems like a small change has introduced real disruption for both casual players and the many creators, server admins, and technical users who regularly adjust settings or manage add-ons.

The previous placement wasn’t just familiar—it was efficient. Players could adjust their configuration quickly, without pausing to re-learn the interface every time they opened the menu. Changing that muscle memory adds friction where none existed, slowing down navigation and making a fundamental part of the game feel unintuitive. Reports from across the community reflect a clear preference for the original layout, especially from those who depend on quick settings access during active gameplay.

Accessibility and Monetization Must Not Conflict
One of the concerns arising from this change is the perception that the “Browse Add-Ons!” button—an entry point to purchasable content—has been given priority placement at the expense of essential functionality. Regardless of intent, design choices that steer players toward monetized features should never eclipse accessibility, clarity, or usability.

The Settings menu is one of the most vital components of the interface. It’s where players adjust sensitivity, audio, accessibility tools, and performance options. For players with disabilities, or those fine-tuning controls to accommodate specific needs, a predictable and well-placed Settings button is crucial. The interface should always elevate accessibility before commerce. Reverting the layout would reinforce that Minecraft’s design philosophy values usability and inclusivity above storefront visibility.

Community Awareness Through PhoenixSC’s Coverage
The issue gained wider attention when PhoenixSC highlighted the button swap in a recent video. His coverage brought thousands of players into the conversation, many of whom echoed the same frustration with the new layout. By showcasing the community’s reactions and explaining why the change feels counterintuitive, the video helped demonstrate that this is not an isolated complaint but a broadly shared concern across the player base.

Why This Matters
Consistent UI placement helps new players learn the game naturally and allows experienced ones to maintain the habits they’ve built over years of play. When core buttons shift without clear benefit, it disrupts that familiarity and makes the interface feel unstable. Restoring the original configuration would immediately improve menu clarity, reduce unnecessary friction, and respect the community’s long-standing expectations.

Minecraft has built its legacy on user-friendly design and community responsiveness. Returning these buttons to their previous, intuitive arrangement would uphold that standard.

Support this petition and help encourage Mojang to restore the interface layout that served players best. Your signature shows that consistent, accessible, and intuitive design matters to the entire Minecraft Bedrock community.