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Mica Mod FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I turn on Mica effects after installing the mod?
Open your Minecraft settings, navigate to the Mica Mod config (accessed through YetAnotherConfigLib), and toggle the Mica or Acrylic effect on. You'll need to restart Minecraft for the changes to take effect.
What's the difference between Mica and Acrylic in this mod?
Both are visual effects that add transparency and blur to your Minecraft interface, but Mica provides a more subtle frosted-glass look while Acrylic offers a slightly more pronounced blur effect. Your choice depends on personal preference and your system's capabilities.
Why isn't Mica showing up on my Windows 11?
Make sure you're running Windows 11 Build 22000 or later, that YetAnotherConfigLib is installed, and that the Mica effect is actually enabled in the mod settings. Also check that your graphics drivers are up to date.
Can I match the Mica effect to my Windows theme?
Yes, the mod includes settings to sync with your Windows 11 theme colors and appearance. Check the Mica Mod config options to enable theme matching so the effect adapts to your light or dark mode preference.
Does this mod work on other versions of Windows?
No, Mica Mod only works on Windows 11 Build 22000 or later because the Mica and Acrylic effects are exclusive to that operating system.
Will Mica Mod slow down my game?
The performance impact is usually minimal on modern systems, but on lower-end hardware you may notice a slight FPS decrease. You can reduce the blur intensity or switch to a lighter effect in the mod settings to improve performance.
Do I need YetAnotherConfigLib to use this mod?
Yes, YetAnotherConfigLib is required as a dependency to access and change any Mica Mod settings. Without it, you won't be able to configure the mod.
Can I disable Mica effects just for certain screens?
The mod applies Mica effects globally to your Minecraft interface, but you can toggle the effect on and off entirely through the config menu without uninstalling the mod.
What should I do if Mica effects look blurry or distorted?
Try adjusting the blur intensity or transparency settings in the Mica Mod config, update your graphics drivers, and ensure your monitor's refresh rate is set correctly in Windows display settings.
Is Mica Mod compatible with other visual mods?
Mica Mod focuses on window effects rather than in-game visuals, so it generally works alongside shader packs and texture mods, but conflicts with other mods that modify the interface appearance may occur—test compatibility if you use multiple visual mods.