Published: May 11, 2025
Mining in Old School RuneScape involves clicking on rocks repeatedly to mine ores. With PowerfulWizard, you can automate this repetitive clicking to train mining more efficiently. This guide covers setting up automation for various mining scenarios, from simple single-rock setups to complex multi-rock sequences.
When you click on a rock, your character starts mining. The rock depletes after a certain number of ores are collected, which varies by rock type and your mining level. Higher level rocks take longer to mine but give more experience and better ores.
Popular training spots include copper and tin rocks in Lumbridge for early levels, iron rocks in Varrock for mid levels, and coal rocks in the Mining Guild for higher levels. Each rock type has different mining times and experience rates.
For basic mining, you can use PowerfulWizard's single-click mode. Set your click target to the rock you want to mine, then configure the click interval. Most rocks take between 3000 and 8000 milliseconds to deplete, depending on the rock type and your mining level.
Start with an interval around 5000 milliseconds and adjust based on how quickly rocks deplete. Use random deviation of 500-1000 milliseconds to add variation and make the automation look more natural. This prevents clicking at perfectly regular intervals which can look suspicious.
If you're mining multiple rocks in a row, sequence mode works better. Create a sequence with one step for each rock. Set each step to click on a different rock, with appropriate timing between clicks.
For example, if you're mining three iron rocks in a row, create three steps. Each step clicks one rock, waits for the mining time, then moves to the next. This lets you cycle through multiple rocks efficiently without waiting for respawns.
Use the visual area selection to see exactly where each click will happen. Make sure each rock is correctly targeted and that the sequence flows naturally from one rock to the next. This is especially useful in crowded mining areas where multiple rocks are close together.
When a rock depletes, it disappears and respawns after a few seconds. Your sequence needs to account for this. You can either wait for respawns or move to different rocks while waiting.
For single-rock setups, increase your interval to account for respawn time. For multi-rock setups, create sequences that cycle through enough rocks that respawns happen while you're mining other rocks.
Some mining spots have enough rocks that you can continuously mine without waiting for respawns. These spots are ideal for automation because they allow uninterrupted mining.
PowerfulWizard's color detection can help ensure you're clicking on rocks correctly. You can detect the color of the rock itself, or detect when a rock depletes and disappears. This adds reliability to your automation.
For example, you might detect when a rock's color changes as it depletes, then automatically move to the next rock. This makes the automation more responsive to in-game events rather than relying solely on fixed timers.
Color detection is especially useful in areas with multiple rock types, as you can ensure you're clicking on the correct type of rock.
When your inventory fills with ores, you'll need to drop them or bank them. You can add steps to your sequence for inventory management. For dropping ores, add steps that right-click ores in your inventory and select drop.
For banking, create a sequence that clicks the bank, deposits ores, then returns to the rocks. This requires more setup but allows for longer automation sessions without manual intervention.
Some players prefer to manually handle inventory management while automating only the rock clicking. This reduces complexity and makes the automation less detectable, though it requires more attention.
Rock mining times vary based on several factors. Your mining level affects speed, with higher levels mining faster. Rock type matters too, as some rocks take longer to mine than others. World population can also affect timing if rocks are being mined by other players.
Start with conservative timings and gradually optimize as you test. It's better to click slightly late than too early, as clicking too early might interrupt your character's mining animation.
Use random deviation to add natural variation. A deviation of 500-1000 milliseconds works well for most mining scenarios. This makes your clicking pattern look more human-like and less like a bot.
Set up hotkeys for quick control. Assign start and stop hotkeys so you can quickly pause automation if needed. This is important for responding to random events, other players, or unexpected situations.
Practice using your hotkeys before running long sessions. You want to be able to stop automation quickly if something goes wrong or if you need to interact with the game manually.
Before running extended automation, test your setup with a short session. Watch your character mine rocks and verify that clicks are happening at the right times and locations. Check that inventory management works correctly if you've set it up.
If clicks are missing rocks or happening at wrong times, adjust your timing or click positions. The visual area selection feature helps you see exactly where clicks will happen, making it easier to troubleshoot issues.
Using automation tools violates Jagex's terms of service for Old School RuneScape. Automated gameplay can result in permanent account bans. Use PowerfulWizard at your own risk and understand that detection is always possible.
To reduce detection risk, use random timing variations, don't run automation for extended periods, mix in manual gameplay, and avoid using automation during peak hours when more players might report suspicious behavior.
Consider the value of your account before using automation. High-level accounts with valuable items are at greater risk if banned. Many players prefer manual training to avoid this risk entirely.
Different rock types offer different experience rates. Lower level rocks like copper and tin give less experience but are easier to access. Higher level rocks like coal and mithril give more experience but take longer to mine.
For maximum experience per hour, focus on rocks that match your level and can be mined efficiently. Iron rocks are popular for mid-level training because they're fast to mine and give decent experience. Granite rocks are excellent for higher levels due to their fast mining time and good experience rates.
Remember that automation is a tool, and how you use it is your responsibility. Always follow game terms of service and use automation tools responsibly.