DERCODE Lite Shaders FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I turn on the shader after installing it?
Launch Minecraft, go to Options > Video Settings > Shaders, then select DERCODE Lite from the list and confirm. You'll see the shader activate immediately in your world.
Why does my game look washed out or too bright?
Check your brightness and contrast settings in the shader options menu—these are often the first things to adjust. You can also reduce exposure or tone mapping intensity if the overall look feels overexposed.
Can I use this shader with other mods?
DERCODE Lite works with most mods, but mods that heavily alter lighting, water, or sky rendering may conflict. Test your mod combination in a test world first to catch incompatibilities early.
My FPS dropped a lot after installing the shader. What can I do?
Lower shadow quality or shadow distance in the shader settings, disable advanced water reflections, or reduce render distance. You can also turn off ambient occlusion or volumetric lighting if performance is still poor.
How do I make caves brighter without ruining the atmosphere?
Increase the torchlight brightness or ambient light intensity in the shader options rather than changing overall exposure. This keeps caves lit while preserving the contrast that makes them feel atmospheric.
Why do my water reflections look flat or missing?
Make sure water reflections are enabled in the shader settings and that your graphics card supports the reflection quality you've selected. Lowering reflection resolution can help if reflections are disabled due to performance.
Does this shader work on servers or only single-player?
Shaders work on both single-player and multiplayer servers—they only affect your client-side rendering and don't require server support.
How do I adjust the color tone or make sunsets more vibrant?
Look for sky color, saturation, or color grading options in the shader menu to shift the overall tone. Many settings let you enhance specific times of day separately.
Can I disable shadows or make them softer?
Yes—find shadow intensity, shadow softness, or penumbra settings in the shader options to reduce or soften shadows to your preference.
Why do some blocks look strange or have weird colors?
This is usually caused by conflicting resource packs or incompatible mods that alter textures. Try disabling resource packs or testing with vanilla textures to isolate the issue.