Distant Horizons Plugin FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I enable LOD rendering on my server?
Install the Distant Horizons Plugin alongside the Distant Horizons mod on your server. The plugin will automatically synchronize LOD chunks to players who have the mod installed on their client. Make sure both the mod and plugin are present for LOD rendering to work.
What's the difference between this plugin and just using Distant Horizons mod alone?
The plugin synchronizes LOD data between the server and players, reducing the rendering load on individual clients and improving overall multiplayer performance. Without the plugin, each player generates their own LOD data independently, which can cause inconsistencies and higher CPU usage.
Do my players need to install anything to see LODs?
Yes, players must have the Distant Horizons mod installed on their client. The plugin only works on the server side to optimize and synchronize the LOD data; clients still need the mod to render the distant chunks.
How do I pre-generate LOD chunks for my world?
Use the command `/dhs pregen ` to start background generation, or run `/dhs pregen` without parameters to use your current world and world border settings. The generation happens in the background and won't block server operations.
Why are my LODs not showing up for players?
Check that both the Distant Horizons mod and this plugin are installed, and that players have the mod enabled on their client. Also verify that LOD chunks have been generated for your world using the pregen command—newly created worlds may not have LOD data yet.
Can I reload the config without restarting the server?
Yes, use the `/dhs reload` command to reload the configuration file without a full server restart. You need the `distant_horizons.admin` permission to run this command.
What permission do I need to give admins?
Grant the `distant_horizons.admin` permission to allow players to use `/dhs` commands like reload and pregen. This is the main admin permission for managing the plugin.
Does this plugin work with other optimization mods?
The plugin is designed to work alongside the Distant Horizons mod and should be compatible with most other optimization mods. However, avoid running conflicting LOD or rendering mods on the same server, as they may interfere with each other.
How much does pre-generating LODs improve server performance?
Pre-generating LODs reduces real-time chunk generation load and synchronizes rendering data, which decreases CPU usage on both server and client. The exact improvement depends on your world size, player count, and render distance settings.
Can I use this plugin on a single-player world?
This plugin is optimized for multiplayer servers and may not provide significant benefits in single-player. For single-player, the Distant Horizons mod alone is sufficient; the plugin's main advantage is synchronizing LOD data across multiple players.