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ISKRA Shaders FAQ

10 questions players actually ask, answered.

How do I turn on ISKRA Shaders after installing?
Open Options > Video Settings > Shaders, then locate and select ISKRA from your shader list. Click Apply and the shaders will activate immediately in your world.
Why does my game look too dark or too bright with ISKRA?
ISKRA applies warm color grading that can shift brightness perception. Adjust your monitor's brightness or use the shader's built-in color grading settings to find a balance that works for your display.
Can I see water caustics underwater?
Yes—water caustics project animated light patterns onto blocks beneath the water surface. They're most visible in clear water during daytime; try looking at the ocean floor or the bottom of lakes to see the effect clearly.
How do I make rain ripples show up on the ground?
Rain ripples appear automatically during rain and thunderstorms on wet surfaces like dirt, grass, and stone. Make sure rain is falling in your world and look at the ground to see the subtle ripple animation.
Is ISKRA laggy on low-end computers?
ISKRA is optimized for low-end and mid-range systems and should run smoothly on most machines. If you experience lag, try lowering your render distance or disabling other resource-heavy mods.
Why does water look different in different biomes?
ISKRA applies biome-specific color grading that changes the mood and tone of each environment, so water and lighting naturally shift between biomes like forests, deserts, and oceans.
Can I disable just the water effects and keep the color grading?
This depends on the shader's configuration options—check the shader settings menu (usually accessible in Video Settings) to see if you can toggle individual features like caustics or foam separately.
Does ISKRA work with resource packs?
Yes, ISKRA works alongside resource packs. The shader handles lighting and water effects while your resource pack controls textures, so you can use both together.
Why do some blocks look washed out or oversaturated?
ISKRA's warm color palette and cinematic grading intentionally shift saturation and tone across the world. If this doesn't match your preference, adjust the color grading settings in the shader menu.
Does ISKRA affect performance in caves or indoors?
ISKRA applies its effects everywhere, but caves and enclosed spaces may show less dramatic changes since the shader's warm tones and color grading are most noticeable in outdoor lighting.