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Slow Falling Effect in Minecraft

Slow Falling status effect in Minecraft: what it does, the Java and Bedrock effect commands and how to remove it.

TypeStatus effect

Data checked Nov 6, 2026

Slow Falling is a beneficial status effect in Minecraft. Removes fall damage and slows your descent. You can get it from potions, food, beacons, mobs or commands. This page shows the effect, how to apply it with a command on Java Edition and Bedrock Edition and common questions.

Slow Falling at a glance

StatValue
TypeBeneficial
EffectRemoves fall damage and slows your descent
IDslow_falling

Slow Falling command

Java Edition

/effect give @s slow_falling 60 1

Bedrock Edition

/effect @s slow_falling 60 1

The first number is the duration in seconds and the second is the amplifier, where 0 is level I and 1 is level II. Add true at the end to hide the particles. Build any combination with the effect command generator and clear it with /effect clear @s. The /effect wiki page has the full syntax.

How to get Slow Falling without commands

Look at the potions guide for brewing recipes, and remember that beacons, golden apples, suspicious stew and some mobs also apply effects.

Slow Falling FAQ

What does Slow Falling do in Minecraft?

Removes fall damage and slows your descent.

What is the Slow Falling effect command?

On Java use /effect give @s slow_falling 60 1. On Bedrock use /effect @s slow_falling 60 1.

How do I remove Slow Falling?

Run /effect clear @s slow_falling on Java, or /effect @s clear on Bedrock, or drink milk.

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