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BloxShade Shaders FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I enable BloxShade Shaders after installing it?
Launch Minecraft, go to Options > Video Settings > Shaders, then select BloxShade from the list. The shader will apply immediately to your world.
Why does my world look too dark or too bright with BloxShade?
Open the shader settings (usually by pressing a key while in-game, or through Video Settings > Shaders > Shader Options) and adjust the Shadow Darkness slider to find a balance that suits your preference.
Can I use BloxShade with other mods?
BloxShade works with most mods, but mods that heavily alter lighting or rendering may conflict. If you experience visual glitches, try disabling other shader-related mods or visual enhancement mods.
My FPS dropped after installing BloxShade. How do I fix it?
Lower your render distance, disable shadow details in the shader options, or reduce your overall graphics settings. BloxShade is designed to run on standard hardware, but very high render distances will still impact performance.
Why do I see color banding or strange color transitions?
This is often caused by low color depth or conflicting resource packs. Try adjusting the color correction settings in BloxShade's options, or ensure your resource pack is compatible with the shader.
Does BloxShade work on servers or only single-player?
BloxShade is a client-side shader, so it works in single-player and on servers without needing to be installed on the server itself.
How do I customize the lighting for day and night separately?
Open the shader options and look for day/night cycle settings or separate lighting sliders. You can adjust color tone and brightness for each time of day independently.
Can I adjust individual shadow settings like contrast or softness?
Yes, the shader options include controls for shadow darkness and contrast. Experiment with these sliders to achieve the shadow appearance you prefer.
What should I do if BloxShade isn't showing up in my shaders list?
Make sure the shader files are in your shaders folder (usually `.minecraft/shaderpacks`), then restart Minecraft. If it still doesn't appear, verify the mod loader and shader mod are both installed correctly.
Does BloxShade change how blocks look, or just the lighting?
BloxShade primarily changes lighting, shadows, and color tones—it doesn't alter block textures or models. Your blocks will look the same, but with different lighting and visual balance.