Description
A ladder is a narrow climbable block that you place on the side of solid blocks to create vertical movement without using stairs. It looks like a simple wooden frame with rungs and attaches to walls so players can climb up and down vertically. Ladders are a space efficient way to move between floors in towers, mines and tree houses and are often used where stairs would take too much room. They are light weight and easy to craft which makes them a common early game item for vertical builds. Because ladders attach to vertical faces they work well with pillars and posts and provide a classic look for rustic and industrial builds alike. Ladders do not block movement horizontally so they are unsuitable as a barrier but they are ideal for reaching high points, bridges and platform access that require a small footprint.
What is Ladder?
A ladder is a climbable block that players place on vertical surfaces to move up and down. It attaches to the side of blocks and provides a straightforward way to ascend and descend in narrow spaces.
Where to find Ladder
Ladders are commonly found in player built structures and in some generated structures like mineshafts. You will find them attached to the walls of mineshaft corridors and in some dungeons where they provide access to different levels. They are also widely used in custom maps and player bases.
How to get Ladder
Craft ladders from sticks in the crafting grid or take them from the creative inventory. Use the give command to add ladders instantly to your inventory for building. They are inexpensive to make and easy to replace if broken.
Release Information
First introduced: Present very early in Minecraft history
Give Command
/give @p minecraft:ladder 1
How to use Ladder
Place ladders on the side of blocks to create vertical paths. Attach them to walls inside towers or along shafts in mines to move safely up and down. Combine with trapdoors and platforms to make safe transition areas and use water landing areas below for extra safety on tall drops.
Recipes for Ladder
Shaped Crafting Items must be placed in a specific pattern in a crafting table
Stick
Empty Slot
Stick
Stick
Stick
Stick
Stick
Empty Slot
Stick
Ladder
×3