Dynamic Lights Shaders FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I turn on dynamic lights for items in my hand?
Dynamic lighting should activate automatically when you hold a glowing item like a torch, lantern, or glow berries. If it's not working, check that the shader is properly enabled in your video settings under the shaders menu.
Which items work as light sources with this mod?
Any item that naturally glows in vanilla Minecraft will emit light when held, including torches, lanterns, glow berries, and similar light-emitting blocks. The mod uses the game's existing light values, so items that don't glow normally won't produce light.
Does Dynamic Lights Shaders work in multiplayer?
Yes, the mod works in multiplayer servers and single-player worlds. Other players will see the light from items you're holding, and you'll see light from items they hold.
Why is my fps dropping when I use this shader?
Dynamic Lights Shaders is optimized to have minimal performance impact, but older computers may still see frame drops. Try lowering your render distance or disabling other visual mods to improve performance.
Does this mod work with other shader mods?
Dynamic Lights Shaders is designed to work alongside other shaders, but compatibility depends on how those shaders handle lighting. Test with your other mods to ensure they work together without conflicts.
Can I use dynamic lights without holding an item?
No, the mod only creates light from items you actively hold in your hand. You need to keep a glowing item equipped to benefit from the dynamic lighting effect.
Does the light from held items light up mobs and blocks around me?
Yes, the light from your held item illuminates the surrounding area just like a real light source would, affecting mobs, blocks, and terrain visibility around you.
Will this mod affect my world save or cause corruption?
No, Dynamic Lights Shaders only affects how light is rendered visually and doesn't modify your world data. It's safe to use and remove without damaging your save file.
Why do I still need to place torches if I have dynamic lights?
Held item light only affects what you can see while holding the item—it doesn't permanently light up areas or prevent mob spawning. You may still want to place torches to keep dark areas lit when you're not there.
Does dynamic lights work with items in my offhand?
The mod primarily creates light from items held in your main hand. Items in your offhand may have limited or no dynamic lighting effect depending on your mod configuration.