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Strength Effect in Minecraft
Strength status effect in Minecraft: what it does, the Java and Bedrock effect commands and how to remove it.
| Type | Status effect |
|---|
Data checked Nov 6, 2026
Strength is a beneficial status effect in Minecraft. Increases melee damage. 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.
Strength at a glance
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Beneficial |
| Effect | Increases melee damage |
| ID | strength |
Strength command
Java Edition
/effect give @s strength 60 1Bedrock Edition
/effect @s strength 60 1The 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 Strength without commands
Look at the potions guide for brewing recipes, and remember that beacons, golden apples, suspicious stew and some mobs also apply effects.
Strength FAQ
What does Strength do in Minecraft?
Increases melee damage.
What is the Strength effect command?
On Java use /effect give @s strength 60 1. On Bedrock use /effect @s strength 60 1.
How do I remove Strength?
Run /effect clear @s strength on Java, or /effect @s clear on Bedrock, or drink milk.