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Spring Chun Shaders FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I enable the shader after installing it?
Open Options > Video Settings > Shaders, then locate Spring Chun Shaders in the list and click it to activate. You'll see the spring lighting take effect immediately in your world.
Why does my game look too bright or washed out?
Check your brightness and contrast settings in the shader options menu—Spring Chun Shaders uses intentionally soft, clear lighting that can feel overexposed if your monitor brightness is already high. Try lowering in-game brightness slightly or adjusting the shader's exposure slider if available.
Can I use this shader with other visual mods like Sodium or Iris?
Yes, Spring Chun Shaders is designed to work with Iris (the shader loader) and is compatible with optimization mods like Sodium. Make sure Iris is installed first, then load the shader through it.
How do I make shadows softer or darker?
Open the shader settings menu (usually accessible in Video Settings > Shaders > Settings) and look for shadow-related options like shadow softness, shadow distance, or penumbra size to adjust the darkness and blur of shadows to your preference.
Does this shader work in the Nether and End?
Yes, but the spring theme is most noticeable in the Overworld—the Nether and End will still receive the shader's lighting adjustments, though the fantasy-realistic mix works best in grassy and natural biomes.
Why is my FPS dropping when I use this shader?
Spring Chun Shaders includes realistic lighting calculations that demand more GPU power; try lowering shadow distance, reducing render distance, or disabling advanced lighting features in the shader settings to improve performance.
Can I adjust how colors look in specific biomes?
Some shader options allow you to tweak color saturation, temperature, or tone globally through the settings menu, though per-biome color customization depends on the specific version and available configuration options.
What's the best way to take screenshots or record videos with this shader?
Enable any cinematic or high-quality rendering modes in the shader settings, increase your render distance if performance allows, and consider adjusting shadow softness and brightness to reduce glare in recorded footage.
Does this shader affect gameplay or give me an advantage?
No, Spring Chun Shaders is purely visual and doesn't change block properties, mob behavior, or game mechanics—it only alters lighting, shadows, and colors.
Why do caves and underground areas look too dark or too bright?
Adjust the ambient light or cave brightness settings in the shader options to balance underground visibility; Spring Chun Shaders' soft lighting can sometimes make caves feel either murky or overly lit depending on your settings.