Diamond is perhaps the rarest and most useful resource in Minecraft; players often need it to craft better tools or use it for trading. Diamonds are also considered the standard currency in several multiplayer servers. Therefore it is important to know how to mine it as fast as possible.

Since the Caves and Cliffs update for Minecraft, the level where players can mine Diamonds have changed drastically. Additionally, with the recent 1.20 update, it is slightly tricky to figure out the precise location where players can find Diamonds. The levels above Y:-58 at Y:-57 and the depths below until Y:-61 also generate an abundance of Deepslate Diamond Ore. For maximum efficiency when hunting for Diamonds, it is recommended that players focus their efforts within these elevations.

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Minecraft 1.20 Update Diamond Levels

Minecraft Diamonds can be mined from two blocks: Diamond Ore and Deepslate Diamond Ore. Players will likely gather most of their Diamonds from the Deepslate variant, but the drawback is that Deepslate has 1.5x the Hardness of normal Stone. In other words, the deeper players go to find Diamonds in Minecraft, the longer it will take them to mine through the Deepslate blocks. Thus, it would be wise to enchant one's pickaxe with "Efficiency" to reduce time with faster mining.

After digging down to Y:-53, the most optimal way to find Diamonds is by using the "branch" or "strip" mining technique in Minecraft. This method is carried out by mining two blocks - one at eye level and the one beneath - in a straight line and then branching off into other tunnels. Furthermore, there are multiple forms of strip mining. Check out the video below from Eyecraftmc on YouTube for some great Minecraft strip mining techniques:

Once players have completed the strip-mining process on Y:-53, it can be repeated at slightly higher levels. If players dig for Diamonds in Minecraft between levels Y:-58 and Y:-53, there is a good chance that they will find a good concentration of diamonds between the two levels.

For example, players could mine in a straight line for a hundred or so blocks. Instead of digging down another whole set of paths along the walls, they could choose to mine only the blocks at eye level. This diamond mining approach allows players to expose the blocks above and below within a small hole.

On the other hand, players can also use the "trapdoor method," where they fit themselves into a one-block hole using a trapdoor and continue strip mining. The clever trapdoor technique in Minecraft can save a good deal of time, but it requires players to carry trapdoors with them and can sometimes be challenging to pull off.

Other Diamond Locations in Minecraft 1.20

Besides the traditional mining method, players can also find Minecraft's Diamonds in chests containing loot. These chests can be found in unique locations in the Overworld, The End, and in the Nether. Chests which sometimes spawn Diamonds as rewards are usually found in:

Once the wanted amount of Diamonds are acquired, players are free to use them to craft some of the strongest equipment and items Minecraft has to offer! For players who are unsure of what to do with their newfound wealth, check out the video below from EthDo for some tips on the best uses for Diamonds in Minecraft:

Of course, since Minecraft changed the way players find Diamonds in the past, that could lead many players to worry if they will have to come up with new mining techniques for Diamonds once the next major update for Minecraft releases.

Diamond Uses In Minecraft

As mentioned before, Diamonds are often used to upgrade tools such as the Pickaxe, Axe, Shovel and trading with Villagers or other players. It can also be used to craft weapons such as a Diamond Sword for better durability and longevity. Additionally, players will also require Diamonds to craft an Enchanting table which can be used to enhance tools and weapons further. Here's everything players can craft using Diamonds in Minecraft 1.20:

Sources: Youtube/Eyecraftmc, Youtube/EthDo