> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://wiki.lorenzo0111.me/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Getting Started

> Learn how to install and set up MultiLang, the best free multilocalization plugin for Minecraft servers

# Getting Started

MultiLang is a powerful, free multilocalization plugin that allows you to add multilocalization strings with simple placeholders. It's the best free multi-localization plugin available for Minecraft servers.

## Why MultiLang?

MultiLang offers several advantages:

* **Free and Open Source** - Completely free with active development
* **Easy to Use** - Simple placeholder system for translations
* **Active Maintenance** - Regularly updated and maintained
* **Community Support** - Active community and Discord support

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  MultiLang is open source and you can contribute by visiting the [GitHub repository](https://github.com/lorenzo0111/multilang).
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## Installation

Follow these steps to install MultiLang:

### Step 1: Install PlaceholderAPI

MultiLang requires **[PlaceholderAPI](https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/placeholderapi.6245/)**. Download and install PlaceholderAPI first.

### Step 2: Install RocketPlaceholders

MultiLang also requires **[RocketPlaceholders](https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/rocketplaceholders-custom-placeholders.82678/)**. Install RocketPlaceholders before proceeding.

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  RocketPlaceholders is used by MultiLang to provide the translation placeholders. Make sure it's installed and enabled.
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### Step 3: Install MultiLang

1. Download MultiLang from the [official release page](https://github.com/Lorenzo0111/MultiLang/releases/latest)
2. Place the `.jar` file in your server's `plugins` folder
3. Restart your server

### Step 4: Verify Installation

After installation, MultiLang will create configuration files in `plugins/MultiLang/`. You should see:

* `config.yml` - Main configuration file
* `messages.yml` - Plugin messages
* `gui.yml` - GUI configuration (optional)

## Quick Start

Once installed, MultiLang is ready to use! Players can change their language using:

* `/lang` - Open the language selection GUI
* `/lang set <language>` - Set a specific language

## What's Next?

Now that you've installed MultiLang, check out these guides:

* [Configuration](/multilang/configuration) - Learn how to configure MultiLang
* [Translating](/multilang/translating) - Learn how to translate entities and messages
* [Messages](/multilang/messages) - Configure plugin messages
* [GUI](/multilang/gui) - Customize the language selection GUI
* [RealTime](/multilang/realtime) - Set up real-time translation

## Support

Need help? Join our [Discord server](https://discord.io/RocketPlugins) for support!