How do I turn on Hearthmist Shaders in my world?
Open your in-game video settings, open the shader packs menu, and select Hearthmist Shaders from the list. Once loaded, you can verify it is working by checking for soft shadow edges around trees, waving grass, or reflections on water.
How can I fix lag and low FPS without turning Hearthmist Shaders off?
Start by lowering your render distance, since drawing soft shadows and water reflections across distant terrain takes the most performance. You can also open the shader settings menu to dial back shadow detail, reflections, or waving foliage while keeping the warm lighting active.
Do I need to put Hearthmist Shaders on a multiplayer server for it to work?
No, Hearthmist Shaders only changes visuals on your own screen and runs entirely on the client. You can use it on any multiplayer server without the server or other players needing it.
Which light sources have the warm bloom glow?
Glowing blocks such as torches, lanterns, and campfires emit the gentle bloom effect in dark areas. If a room looks too bright, try spacing your lanterns and torches further apart so their warm glow does not stack too heavily in one spot.
Why can't I see nearby blocks reflecting in the water?
Water reflections change based on your camera angle and position relative to the surface. Stand near the shoreline and look across the water at a low angle to clearly see nearby structures, trees, clouds, and the sky reflected.
Why do hills and valleys look hazy in the distance?
Hearthmist Shaders adds atmospheric fog to distant terrain and valleys to give the horizon clean depth. Raising your render distance pushes this fog further back if it feels too close to your builds.
What plants actually move with the wind animation?
The waving foliage effect animates tree leaves, tall grass, and farmed crops. Solid blocks remain stationary so your builds stay grounded while surrounding forests, plains, and fields move with the breeze.
Why aren't sun rays showing up?
Sun rays require clear skies and appear strongest when bright sunlight shines past obstacles like tree canopies, rooflines, or hills. Look generally toward the sun during daytime, especially in the morning or late afternoon when light angles are lower.
Why are there dark areas inside my house during the day?
Because structures cast smooth, natural shadows, enclosed builds block direct sunlight unless you leave openings or windows for sun rays to enter. Place torches, campfires, or lanterns inside to fill shadowed rooms with warm light.
Does Hearthmist Shaders work in every biome?
Yes, its cinematic lighting, soft shadows, and warm light sources work across every biome in your world. Features like waving foliage, water reflections, and valley fog stand out best in areas with forests, plains, hills, and open water.