#Beta 1.7.3 Server Setup

####Which launcher should I pick?
The one launcher that I suggest is [PolyMC](https://github.com/PolyMC/PolyMC/releases/latest) as they no longer enforce Microsoft's DRM. 
####How do I add beta 1.7.3 to my launcher?
This guide is assuming that you are using PolyMC.
* Open your desired launcher
* Click on "Add Instance"
* Under "Filter" tick the "Beta" box and untick the "Releases" box
* Scroll up and look for the "b1.7.3" version, select that then click "OK"

####How do I add QOL modifications to my b1.7.3 instance?
This guide is also assuming that you are using PolyMC.
* Download your desired modification and open your desired launcher
* Select the instance you want to download the modification to and click "Edit Instance"
* Click on the "Version" tab and then click on "Add to Minecraft.jar" then choose your desired mod file.

#####Optifine
Optifine is a modification that optimizes minecraft and adds more configurable visual settings, it is highly recommended no matter your setup.
[OptiFine 1.7.3 HD AA G5 (Experimental | Suggested)](https://optifine.net/adloadx?f=beta_OptiFine_1.7.3_HD_AA_G5.zip)
[Optifine 1.7.3 HD MT G2 (Multi-Threaded)](https://optifine.net/adloadx?f=beta_OptiFine_1.7.3_HD_MT_G2.zip)
[Optifine 1.7.3 HD S G (Smooth)](https://optifine.net/adloadx?f=beta_OptiFine_1.7.3_HD_S_G.zip)
[Optifine 1.7.3 HD G (Default)](https://optifine.net/adloadx?f=beta_OptiFine_1.7.3_HD_G.zip)
#####ModLoader
[ModLoader](https://github.com/coffeenotfound/ModloaderFix-b1.7.3/releases/download/v1.0.0/ModLoader.Fix.b1.7.3-1.0.0.jar) is a mod that will allow you to load ML specific mods such as Rei's Minimap, BetaTweaks, and How Many Items
#####GuiAPI
[GuiAPI](https://github.com/ShaRose/GuiAPI/raw/releases/GuiAPI0.11.0-1.7.zip) is a common dependency for mods such as BetaTweaks
#####Improved Chat
[Improved Chat](https://www.mediafire.com/?27g66a85jheck5d) is a upgrades the default b1.7.3 chatbox, it allows you to copy and paste, move with arrow keys, scroll chat history, and more.
#####Bit Depth Fix
[Bit Depth Fix](https://www.minecraftforum.net/forums/mapping-and-modding-java-edition/minecraft-mods/2872054-alpha-1-2-2-beta-1-7-3-bitdepthfix-do-your-clouds) aims to fix a visual bug regarding "fighting" textures on amd graphics cards by increasing the bit depth from 8 to 24.
#### Recommended ModLoader Mods
#####BetaTweaks
[BetaTweaks](https://github.com/rekadoodle/BetaTweaks/releases/download/v1.2/b1.7.3.BetaTweaks.v1.2.2.CLIENT.zip) provides several quality of life changes such as providing a fov slider, server list, improved chat, and a improved inventory which lets you "drag" items.
#####Rei's Minimap
[Rei's Minimap](https://mcarchive.net/mods/reiminimap?gvsn=b1.7.3) is the suggested minimap when it comes to b1.7.3 due to it being extremely fast in comparison to the other minimap mods.