The only thing you need to do is right-click a Dirt Block with a Shovel or another tool like Shovel, you are able to get the path as you expect. In fact, this mod also has another useful function that allows you to simply own Paths.
It is clear that your Minecraft game experience will be significantly enhanced when using this mod.
This feature will save you quite a lot instead of having to wait for the grass to grow and then convert it into a path. As mentioned above, thanks to this mod, you can turn Dirt Blocks into Grass Path Blocks according to your preference.