Allocating Memory
Most modpacks require you to set the amount of allocated memory (RAM) for Java to use. Here's how you set it.
The method to allocate memory depends on the program that you are using to run the modpack. Instructions for the most popular launchers can be found below.
The amount of memory that should be allocated for Enigmatica modpacks is shown in the table below, but optimal amounts may vary depending on the total memory available in your system
| Modpack | Minimum | Recommended | Recommended (HD)* |
|---|---|---|---|
Enigmatica | 5 GB | 6 GB | 8 GB |
Enigmatica 2 | 7 GB | 7 GB | 8 GB |
Enigmatica 2: Light | 4 GB | 5 GB | 7 GB |
Enigmatica 2: Expert | 6 GB | 6.5 GB | 8 GB |
Enigmatica 2: Expert Skyblock | 5 GB | 6 GB | 8 GB |
Enigmatica 4 | 3 GB | 4 GB | 5 GB |
Enigmatica 5 | 5 GB | 6 GB | 8 GB |
Enigmatica 6 | 5 GB | 6 GB | 8 GB |
Enigmatica 8 | 5 GB | 6 GB | 8 GB |
Enigmatica 9 | 6 GB | 6.5 GB | 8 GB |
Create Together | 2 GB | 3 GB | 4 GB |
* Recommended for use with HD Resource Packs or Shaders.
CurseForge App
Method 1: Changing the default Allocated Memory for Minecraft mod packs.
This method will change the default allocated memory for all packs that you install, excluding ones that altered the allocated memory using Method 2, below.
Click the settings icon in the lower-left corner of the CurseForge window.
Select Minecraft under the Game-Specific section.
Scroll down to Java Settings.
Adjust the slider under Allocated Memory to suit.
Method 2: Changing the Allocated Memory for one specific pack.
Make sure you are on the My Modpacks section of the CurseForge client.
Select the pack you wish to edit.
In the upper-right of the window, select the Menu icon (three stacked dots) next to the Play button.
Select Profile Options.
Uncheck Use System Memory Settings then adjust the slider to suit.
Click Done in the lower-right corner.
GDLauncher
Changing the Allocated Memory for one specific pack.
Right-click on the pack, then select Manage.
Select Override Java Memory.
Adjust the slider to suit.
Click the cross in the upper-right corner. Settings will be automatically saved.
Maximum Allocation
Never allocate more memory than your PC can spare. The below table shows maximum values depending on how much RAM your PC has.
| Total System RAM (GB) | Max RAM Allocation | Max RAM Allocation (HD)* |
|---|---|---|
4 GB | 3 GB | 3 GB |
8 GB | 6.5 GB | 6.5 GB |
12 GB | 8 GB | 10 GB |
16 GB | 8 GB | 10 GB |
Assigning more than shown here is never recommend, as you may actually get worse performance. If you're using shaders or a HD resource pack, the maximum is 10 GB.
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