# How to join on PC (Java Edition)

To play on TerraeMC, you'll need a Minecraft Java Edition account. If you don't have an account, you get to purchase one here: <https://www.minecraft.net/en-us>.&#x20;

We currently support version 1.16.5 and 1.18+ clients.

&#x20; 1\) Once you have Minecraft open, click the Multiplayer button.

![The main Minecraft menu screen! ](/files/Fll1pIoYGlGb29RxZfGm)

&#x20; 2\) Next, click the Add Server button at the bottom of the screen.

![The "Add Server" button in Multiplayer!](/files/A4GcrMKsvRlxx5yZz9Tq)

3\) On the Edit Server Info screen, enter a name in the Server Name field, and then type the IP into the **Server Address** box. Once you have done this, make sure to click the **Server Resource Packs** button until it shows as Enabled.

![The "Add Server" menu filled with the right information to connect!](/files/kexCeixm4dzzYjgypuxW)

4\) You're all set! Click **Done** and join the server.


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