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Basic Lighting Shaders Wiki & Guide

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Applies basic shader effects to enhance lighting and visual quality.

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Guides

Step-by-step, in-game.

Adjust Lighting Intensity for Your PlaystyleAccess Shader Settings Open the shader options menu while in-game. This is typically found in your video settings…Enhance Nighttime Visibility Without Losing AtmosphereIncrease Moonlight Brightness In shader settings, find the moonlight or night brightness slider. Increase this value…Make Water Look More Realistic with Shader LightingEnable Water Reflections In the shader settings, locate the water-specific options. Enable reflection settings to…Optimize Basic Lighting Shaders for Better PerformanceReduce Shadow Quality If you're experiencing frame rate drops, lower the shadow resolution or distance settings in…

Frequently asked questions

How do I enable Basic Lighting Shaders after installing it?
Open your Video Settings, navigate to Shaders, and select Basic Lighting from the list. The shader will apply immediately to your world.
Why does my world look too dark with this shader?
Check the guide 'Adjust Lighting Intensity for Your Playstyle' to modify shadow and brightness settings, or try disabling the shader temporarily to confirm it's the cause.
Can I use Basic Lighting Shaders with other mods?
Yes, it's compatible with most mods since it only affects lighting and visuals. However, mods that heavily modify rendering or lighting may conflict—test in-game to be sure.
Does this shader work on low-end computers?
Basic Lighting is designed to run on most systems, but if you experience lag, follow 'Optimize Basic Lighting Shaders for Better Performance' to reduce visual features.

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