Adaptive Outline Shaders FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I turn on the shader after installing it?
Open your shader settings menu in-game (usually accessible from Video Settings), find Adaptive Outline in your shader list, and select it. The outlines should appear immediately on all blocks and entities.
Why are my outlines barely visible during the day?
Bright daylight can wash out the outlines since they adapt to lighting. Try increasing the outline thickness in the shader settings, or enable the brightness boost option if available to make them stand out more in sunlight.
Can I make the outlines thicker or thinner?
Yes, open the shader options and look for the outline thickness or width slider. Adjust it to your preference—higher values create bolder outlines, while lower values make them subtle.
My outlines are flickering or disappearing. What's wrong?
Flickering usually happens when the shader conflicts with other visual mods or when your graphics card struggles with the effect. Try disabling other shaders or visual enhancement mods, and lower the outline thickness to reduce the load.
Does this shader work with other mods like Optifine?
Adaptive Outline is designed to work independently, but compatibility depends on which other mods you're using. Avoid running multiple shader mods simultaneously, as they often conflict with each other.
Will this shader make my game lag?
Adaptive Outline is optimized for low-end computers and older graphics cards, so it should run smoothly on most systems. If you experience lag, try lowering the outline thickness or disabling the shader in very demanding areas.
Why do outlines look different in shadows versus bright areas?
That's the adaptive feature working as intended—outlines darken in shadowed areas and brighten in sunlight to maintain visibility and create a dynamic cartoon effect. This is a core mechanic, not a bug.
Can I turn off outlines for specific blocks or entities?
Most versions of Adaptive Outline don't support selective disabling per block type. Your best option is to adjust the overall outline visibility or thickness to find a balance you prefer.
Does this shader change the actual colors of blocks?
No, Adaptive Outline only adds borders around blocks and objects—it preserves the vanilla color palette and doesn't alter the base appearance of your world.
How do I uninstall or disable the shader?
Open your shader settings and select "None" or "Off" to disable it, or remove the shader file from your shader folder. The mod will deactivate immediately without affecting your world.