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AuraBound Shaders FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I enable AuraBound Shaders after installing it?
Open your Video Settings in-game, navigate to Shaders, and select AuraBound Shaders from the list. Apply the changes and the shader will activate immediately.
Why is my frame rate dropping with this shader?
Check your Shader Options menu for settings like shadow quality or lighting intensity—lowering these will improve performance. If you're on low-end hardware, disable any advanced shadow features to maintain smooth gameplay.
Can I use AuraBound Shaders with resource packs?
Yes, AuraBound Shaders works alongside most resource packs. Load your resource pack normally through the Resource Packs menu and the shader will apply its lighting on top of the pack's textures.
The caves are too dark even with night vision. How do I fix this?
Open Shader Options and increase the night vision brightness or ambient lighting slider. You can also boost torch glow intensity to make handheld light sources more effective in dark spaces.
Do shadows look weird or blocky on my world?
This usually means shadow resolution is set too low. Increase the shadow quality in Shader Options if your hardware allows, or adjust the shadow distance to reduce performance impact while keeping detail.
Will AuraBound Shaders work on servers or multiplayer worlds?
Yes, shaders are client-side only, so they work on any server or multiplayer world without affecting other players or requiring server modifications.
How do I make the shader look less fantasy-like and more vanilla?
Reduce the color saturation and fantasy tone settings in Shader Options, and lower any bloom or glow effects. This will bring the lighting closer to vanilla Minecraft's appearance.
What's the difference between the lighting presets?
Different presets adjust the balance between realistic and fantasy lighting—choose based on your playstyle preference. You can also fine-tune individual settings manually instead of using a preset.
Is AuraBound Shaders compatible with Optifine?
AuraBound Shaders is designed for modern shader loaders and may have compatibility issues with Optifine. Check the mod documentation for your specific setup or use a recommended shader loader instead.
My torch glow looks too bright or too dim. Can I adjust it?
Yes, open Shader Options and look for torch brightness or light emission settings. Adjust these sliders to match your preference for how warm and bright handheld light sources appear.