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Footage Shaders FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I turn on Footage Shaders after installing it?
Open the Shaders menu in your video settings, navigate to the shader pack folder, and select Footage Shaders from the list. The VHS effects will apply immediately to your world.
Why is my frame rate dropping so much with this shader?
Footage Shaders is demanding because of global illumination and realistic lighting calculations. Try reducing your render distance, disabling some visual features in the shader settings, or checking that your GPU drivers are up to date.
Can I use Footage Shaders with Physics Mod Pro?
Yes, Footage Shaders is specifically optimized to work with Physics Mod Pro and will display realistic block and mob physics alongside the body camera effects.
How do I reduce the VHS static and tape lines if they're too distracting?
Open the shader options menu (usually by pressing a hotkey in-game) and look for settings related to VHS intensity, static amount, or tape line visibility—you can dial these down or off entirely.
Does this shader work on old laptops?
Footage Shaders supports a range of hardware, but older laptops may struggle; lower your render distance, disable global illumination if the option exists, and reduce other visual settings to improve performance.
Why does the water look weird or not reflective?
Make sure water reflection settings are enabled in the shader options, and check that your render distance is high enough for reflections to render properly.
Can I use Footage Shaders to make horror maps scarier?
Yes—the gritty body camera style, VHS static, and realistic shadows naturally create an unsettling atmosphere perfect for horror maps; you can further enhance this by adjusting lighting and disabling certain visual features to increase tension.
What's the difference between this and other body camera shaders?
Footage Shaders builds on Derivative shaders and adds global illumination, wind-affected grass, realistic water physics, and optimized performance across different hardware—giving it a unique balance of visual quality and accessibility.
Why is the grass not moving or waving?
Grass waving is a built-in feature, but it may be disabled in your shader settings or require a certain render distance; check the shader options menu to enable wind effects if they're turned off.
Can I record smooth cinematic footage with this shader?
Yes, the body camera lens effects and realistic lighting make it ideal for cinematic shots; use a high render distance and stable frame rate, then adjust VHS intensity to your preference before recording.