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TriggersAdded in 1.14

LECTERN

Outputs a redstone signal proportional to the page being read in the placed book. Also emits a pulse when a player turns a page. Can be read by comparators for the page number.

Crafting Recipe

4 Wooden Slabs + 1 Bookshelf → 1 Lectern

Signal Behavior

Input

Book placed on lectern, player page turns

Output

Comparator: signal proportional to page number. Direct: pulse on page turn.

Max Signal Strength

15

Delay

Instant pulse on page turn

Modes

  • Pulse on page turn
  • Analog output via comparator (page position)

Common Uses

  • Analog input device
  • Menu systems
  • Page-based selection
  • Adventure map controls

Common Mistakes

  • !Requires a book to function
  • !Comparator output differs from direct output
  • !Signal depends on total page count ratio
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