If you want to create a Shield in Minecraft, you need to Iron Ingot and 6 Planks and place it on your crafting table in the arrangement mentioned here.

Simply equip the shield in your offhand slot and right-click to use the shield! Frequently Asked Questions How do you put a flag on a shield in Minecraft?

The latest Minecraft Preview build includes countless changes and bug fixes for Minecraft 1.20 "Trails & Tales," including the ability to customize shields.