This Minecraft tutorial explains the Sharpness enchantment with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
Supported Platforms
The Sharpness enchantment is available in the following versions of Minecraft:
| Platform | Supported (Version*) |
|---|---|
 Java Edition (PC/Mac) | Yes |
 Pocket Edition (PE) | Yes |
 Xbox 360 | Yes |
 Xbox One | Yes |
 PS3 | Yes |
 PS4 | Yes |
 Wii U | Yes |
 Nintendo Switch | Yes |
 Windows 10 Edition | Yes |
 Education Edition | Yes |
* The version that it was added or removed, if applicable.
NOTE: Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10 Edition are now called Bedrock Edition. We will continue to show them individually for version history.
Background
The Sharpness enchantment increases the amount of attack damage dealt to a player or mob.
You can add the Sharpness enchantment to any sword or axe using an enchanting table, anvil, or game command. Then use the enchanted sword/axe to fight a mob and see just how quickly you can kill it!!
The maximum level for the Sharpness enchantment is Level 5. This means that you can enchant an item with up to Sharpness V. The higher the level, the more powerful the enchantment.
| Enchantment Name | Sharpness |
|---|---|
| Min Level | Level 1 (Sharpness I) |
| Max Level | Level 5 (Sharpness V) |
| Description | Increases the amount of attack damage dealt to a player or mob |
| Applies To |  Swords Axes |
| How to add Enchantment | 1. Enchanting Table 2. Anvil 3. /enchant command |
Incompatible Enchantments
In Minecraft, the Sharpness enchantment can not be combined with the following enchantments:
- Bane of Arthropods
- Breach
- Density
- Smite
Items to Enchant with Sharpness
In Minecraft, you can enchant the following items with Sharpness:
Hold the Enchanted Sword/Axe
Once you have a sword or axe that is enchanted with Sharpness, you need to hold the enchanted item in your hand. You will not gain the improved attack damage against mobs until the item is held in your hand and used.
Congratulations, you just learned all about the Sharpness enchantment in Minecraft.
Enchantment ID and Name
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Minecraft, Sharpness has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpness (minecraft: | V | 16 | Java Edition (PC/Mac) |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft, Sharpness has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpness (minecraft: | V | 9 | Pocket Edition (PE) | 0.16.0 |
Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft, Sharpness has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpness (minecraft: | V | 9 | Xbox One | 1.4.0 |
Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft, Sharpness has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpness (minecraft: | V | 9 | PS4 | 1.14.0 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft, Sharpness has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpness (minecraft: | V | 9 | Nintendo Switch | 1.5.0 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft, Sharpness has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpness (minecraft: | V | 9 | Windows 10 Edition | 0.16.0 |
Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft, Sharpness has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharpness (minecraft: | V | 9 | Education Edition | 1.0 |
Definitions
- Enchantment is what the enchantment is called and (Minecraft ID Name) is the string value used in the /enchant command.
- Max Level is the maximum level that you can apply for this enchantment.
- Minecraft ID is the Internal number for the enchantment.
- Platform is the platform that applies.
- Version is the Minecraft version number that the enchantment was introduced for the name and ID, if applicable.
See a complete list of Minecraft Enchantments that is interactive and searchable.
Enchant Command for Sharpness
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Enchant Command in Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
Sharpness I:
/enchant @p sharpness 1
Sharpness II:
/enchant @p sharpness 2
Sharpness III:
/enchant @p sharpness 3
Sharpness IV:
/enchant @p sharpness 4
Sharpness V:
/enchant @p sharpness 5
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
Sharpness I:
/enchant @p sharpness 1
Sharpness II:
/enchant @p sharpness 2
Sharpness III:
/enchant @p sharpness 3
Sharpness IV:
/enchant @p sharpness 4
Sharpness V:
/enchant @p sharpness 5
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Xbox One Edition
Sharpness I:
/enchant @p sharpness 1
Sharpness II:
/enchant @p sharpness 2
Sharpness III:
/enchant @p sharpness 3
Sharpness IV:
/enchant @p sharpness 4
Sharpness V:
/enchant @p sharpness 5
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft PS4 Edition
Sharpness I:
/enchant @p sharpness 1
Sharpness II:
/enchant @p sharpness 2
Sharpness III:
/enchant @p sharpness 3
Sharpness IV:
/enchant @p sharpness 4
Sharpness V:
/enchant @p sharpness 5
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Nintendo Switch Edition
Sharpness I:
/enchant @p sharpness 1
Sharpness II:
/enchant @p sharpness 2
Sharpness III:
/enchant @p sharpness 3
Sharpness IV:
/enchant @p sharpness 4
Sharpness V:
/enchant @p sharpness 5
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
Sharpness I:
/enchant @p sharpness 1
Sharpness II:
/enchant @p sharpness 2
Sharpness III:
/enchant @p sharpness 3
Sharpness IV:
/enchant @p sharpness 4
Sharpness V:
/enchant @p sharpness 5
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Education Edition
Sharpness I:
/enchant @p sharpness 1
Sharpness II:
/enchant @p sharpness 2
Sharpness III:
/enchant @p sharpness 3
Sharpness IV:
/enchant @p sharpness 4
Sharpness V:
/enchant @p sharpness 5
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
