Finding the Dithering Controls
The core feature of SimplyDithered Shaders is its ability to replace smooth color transitions with classic pixelated dithering patterns that mimic old-school computer graphics. To tune how strong this filter looks, load into a world first so you have a live background behind your menus. Open Options, select Video Settings, go to your Shaders list, and open the settings panel for SimplyDithered Shaders. Find the controls dedicated to dithering patterns and levels.
Balancing Pixelated Patterns and Visibility
Adjust the dithering level up or down depending on whether you want a subtle retro texture or a bold vintage graphic style:
- Higher dithering levels emphasize structured pixel patterns across shadows, sky gradients, and block surfaces, giving the entire screen a pronounced retro display look.
- Lower dithering levels keep transitions gentler between light and dark areas, making fine block details easier to read from a distance.
After changing the dithering settings, close the menu and test visibility in a few everyday situations. Walk into a dim cave, look across open water, and watch how shadows fall across terrain. If dark corners become too patterned to spot hostile mobs clearly, reopen the shader settings and lower the dithering level slightly until style and visibility feel balanced.