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Earth Shaders FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I turn on Earth Shaders after installing it?
Open your Video Settings, go to Shaders, and select Earth Shaders from the list. The shader will activate immediately and you'll see the lighting and water changes take effect.
Why does my game look too dark with Earth Shaders on?
Earth Shaders changes how shadows render, which can feel darker in caves or at night. Use the Reduce Shadow Intensity guide to brighten your gameplay, or adjust your monitor's brightness if the overall scene feels dim.
Can I customize how water looks?
Yes, use the Adjust Water Clarity and Reflection Intensity guide to control how transparent the water is and how much it reflects the sky and surroundings.
Does Earth Shaders work with other mods?
Earth Shaders is compatible with most mods, but custom blocks or entities from other mods may not receive the same realistic lighting effects. Test your mod combination in a test world first.
My FPS dropped a lot after installing Earth Shaders—how do I fix it?
Follow the Optimize Performance While Maintaining Visual Quality guide, which covers reducing shadow distance, lowering reflection quality, and adjusting render distance to balance visuals and frame rate.
Why do different biomes look the same with Earth Shaders?
Earth Shaders applies a unified realistic lighting system across all biomes. If you want biome-specific lighting differences, check the Customize Biome-Specific Lighting guide for available options.
Does Earth Shaders change how the sun and moon look?
Yes, Earth Shaders makes sunlight brighter and more natural, and adjusts how moonlight illuminates the world at night. These changes are part of the core shader effect and cannot be disabled separately.
Can I use Earth Shaders on a multiplayer server?
Yes, shaders are client-side only, so you can use Earth Shaders on any server without affecting other players or requiring server-side installation.
Why do shadows under trees look weird or too soft?
This is the intended soft shadow effect that creates a calm, realistic look. If the shadows feel too soft or too harsh, adjust the shadow intensity using the provided guide.
Will Earth Shaders work with Optifine or other shader loaders?
Earth Shaders is designed for standard shader loaders. Compatibility with third-party optimization mods varies, so test your setup in a test world to ensure everything works together.