High Frames Plus Shaders FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I turn on High Frames Plus Shaders after installing it?
Open your shader settings menu in-game and select High Frames Plus Shaders from the available shader packs list. The shader will apply immediately to your world.
Why does my water look flat or not reflective?
Check that water reflections are enabled in the shader options menu—this feature is toggleable and may be disabled by default on lower-end systems. If it's already on, try adjusting the water reflection quality setting to match your hardware capabilities.
Can I use this shader with other visual mods like connected textures or better grass?
Yes, High Frames Plus Shaders is designed to work alongside most visual enhancement mods, though performance depends on how many modifications you stack together. Test your frame rate after adding other mods to ensure your system handles the combined load.
The letterbox effect is making my game look too small—can I adjust the bar size?
The letterbox effect adds fixed black bars for a cinematic look, but you can disable it entirely in the shader options if you prefer full-screen gameplay without the movie-style framing.
My shadows look too harsh or blocky—how do I make them softer?
Open the shader settings and locate the shadow softness slider, then increase it to smooth out hard edges cast by trees and buildings. Higher values create softer shadows but may slightly impact performance.
Is this shader compatible with Fabrics, Forge, or both?
High Frames Plus Shaders works with shader loaders that support the standard shader format—check your mod loader's compatibility with shader mods before installing.
Why do bright areas glow so much and look washed out?
The bloom effect is designed to make lights glow softly, but you can reduce its intensity in the shader options if it feels too strong. Adjusting bloom will help you find a balance between cinematic glow and clear visibility.
Does this shader work on servers or only single-player?
Shaders are client-side visual effects, so they work in single-player and on multiplayer servers without requiring the server to have the shader installed. Other players won't see your shader effects.
My old computer is running slow even with this shader—what should I disable first?
Start by disabling water reflections and reducing shadow softness, as these are the most performance-intensive features. If you still need more speed, turn off the bloom effect or lower its intensity.
How do I make water waves look more natural and less repetitive?
Adjust the wave movement settings in the shader options to change the speed and height of water animation. Experiment with different values to find a look that feels natural for your world.