This Minecraft tutorial explains the Knockback enchantment with screenshots and step-by-step instructions.
Supported Platforms
The Knockback 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 Knockback enchantment increases the knockback dealt when attacking a player or mob. This will cause the player or mob to repel backwards more than usual.
You can add the Knockback enchantment to any sword using an enchanting table, anvil, or game command. Then use the enchanted sword to fight and see your enemies repell backwards when attacked!!
The maximum level for the Knockback enchantment is Level 2. This means that you can enchant a sword with up to Knockback II. The higher the level, the more powerful the enchantment.
| Enchantment Name | Knockback |
|---|---|
| Min Level | Level 1 (Knockback I) |
| Max Level | Level 2 (Knockback II) |
| Description | Increases the knockback dealt when attacking a player or mob (knockback means that the entity repels backwards) |
| Applies To |  Swords |
| How to add Enchantment | 1. Enchanting Table 2. Anvil 3. /enchant command |
Items to Enchant with Knockback
In Minecraft, you can enchant the following items with Knockback:
Hold the Enchanted Sword
Once you have a sword that is enchanted with Knockback, you need to hold the enchanted sword in your hand. When you attack with this enchanted sword, you will see a higher knockback dealt to the mob.
Let's show you what happens when we attack a creeper with a sword that is enchanted with Knockback.
Once the sword strikes the creeper, the creeper will be pushed away from you...sending it flying backwards through the air. The Knockback enchantment repels the mob in the opposite direction of an attack.
Congratulations, you just learned all about the Knockback enchantment in Minecraft.
Enchantment ID and Name
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: | II | 19 | Java Edition (PC/Mac) |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: | II | 12 | Pocket Edition (PE) | 0.16.0 |
Minecraft Xbox One
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: | II | 12 | Xbox One | 1.4.0 |
Minecraft PS4
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: | II | 12 | PS4 | 1.14.0 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: | II | 12 | Nintendo Switch | 1.5.0 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: | II | 12 | Windows 10 Edition | 0.16.0 |
Minecraft Education Edition
In Minecraft, Knockback has the following enchantment ID and Name values:
| Enchantment (Minecraft ID Name) | Max Level | Minecraft ID | Platform | Version |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knockback (minecraft: | II | 12 | 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 Knockback
- Java
- PE
- Xbox
- PS
- Nintendo
- Win10
- Edu
Enchant Command in Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
Knockback I:
/enchant @p knockback 1
Knockback II:
/enchant @p knockback 2
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
Knockback I:
/enchant @p knockback 1
Knockback II:
/enchant @p knockback 2
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Xbox One Edition
Knockback I:
/enchant @p knockback 1
Knockback II:
/enchant @p knockback 2
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft PS4 Edition
Knockback I:
/enchant @p knockback 1
Knockback II:
/enchant @p knockback 2
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Nintendo Switch Edition
Knockback I:
/enchant @p knockback 1
Knockback II:
/enchant @p knockback 2
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
Knockback I:
/enchant @p knockback 1
Knockback II:
/enchant @p knockback 2
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
Enchant Command in Minecraft Education Edition
Knockback I:
/enchant @p knockback 1
Knockback II:
/enchant @p knockback 2
See more examples of how to use the /enchant command.
