How to Remove Charms in Minecraft: Step-by-Step Guide

Learn how to remove charms in Minecraft with clear steps, practical tips, and troubleshooting guidance for a reliable result.

The simplest and most canonical way in the game to remove spells is to use a Grindstone — fully supported on both Java and Bedrock.

How to Remove Charms in Minecraft

Benefits of Removing Spells with Grindstone

• Removes all common spells
• Get more experience points (XP)
• Combine the durability of multiple items into a new, more durable item
• No fuel, time or XP cost

Important Note

The Grindstone cannot be erased:

• Curse of Binding
• Curse of Vanishing

? Only mods can remove these two curses.

How to own a Grindstone

You can:

A. Pick up from the Village

• Appears at the Weaponsmith's house
• Just break it and take it away to use.

B. Making your own Grinding Stone

Prepare ingredients:

Recipe for Crafting Grindstone

1. Open Crafting Table
2. Place 2 wooden sticks on either side of the top row
3. Place a stone slab in the middle of the top row.
4. Place 2 wooden boards on either side of the middle row
5. Get the Grindstone and drag it to your inventory

How to Remove Spells with a Grindstone

• Open the Grinding Stone interface
• Place the Charm item in one of the two slots
• If you want to combine durability ? put the same type of item in the remaining slot
• Drag the output item in the result box

You will:

• Get back the item without Charm
• Get bonus XP if Charm is removed

Combinations in Grinding Stone

Prioritize using A or B to get the most productive XP.

Why should I remove the Charm?

FAQ – FAQ

Is there any way to remove Curse of Binding or Curse of Vanishing?

• Cannot be removed with Grindstone. Only mods or item destruction can do so.

How is a Grinding Stone different from an Anvil?

• Grindstone: Remove spell ? combine durability ? gain XP
• Anvil: Hold spell ? combine book + item ? cost XP

Can enchanted items be deleted in Creative?

• Yes, if the item is transferred to the Survival inventory

Does clearing multiple spells at once give more XP?

• Yes, more spells cleared ? higher XP

Are whetstones permanent?

• No damage, unlimited use

Advanced Tips

• Take advantage of fishing & farming trash Charm books ? delete to farm free XP
• Place the Grindstone at the Enchant base ? convenient for testing Charms
• Should be placed next to the Bookshelf & Spell Table as the 'ultimate spell station'

The Grindstone is an essential tool in Minecraft from the mid-game onwards. Knowing how to remove the enchantment at the right time will help you: