Machine Control Panel

stardew-valley — Mods & Enhancements

Machine Control Panel lets Stardew Valley players set per-machine item rules, preventing automate from sending unwanted items into processors. It allows blocking higher-quality items and disabling specific rules. With 2,121 endorsements and frequent updates, it's a popular quality-of-life tool for automation-focused players.

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Downloads: 276,408 | Endorsements: 2,121

💡 Notes

By mushymato | v2.2.0 | 2,121 endorsements

🎯 Tips & Tricks

Make sure you have Automate installed first—this mod does no

Make sure you have Automate installed first—this mod does nothing without it.

Press Q near a machine to open the panel and set rules for t

Press Q near a machine to open the panel and set rules for that specific machine.

If you're using higher-quality items, set the quality filter

If you're using higher-quality items, set the quality filter to prevent them from being processed accidentally.

🔧 Troubleshooting

Mod not working

Check load order and required dependencies. Read the full mod description.

⚠️ Common Mistakes

Installing multiple mods that modify the same files without checking compatibility

👍 Pros

Huge community trust with 2,121 endorsements and 276k downloads.
Actively maintained—last updated July 2026, so it's current.
Solves a real pain point for Automate users: no more wrong items in machines.

👎 Cons

Requires the Automate mod to be useful—this is a companion, not standalone.
No detailed documentation in the description—you'll need to experiment or find guides.
Only affects machines with rules set; setup takes time if you have many machines.

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