Troubleshoot TheShader Not Appearing or Working Correctly

Checking Installation and Activation

If TheShader isn't working:

1. Verify the shader files are in the correct Shaders folder (accessible via Video Settings)

2. Restart your game completely after placing shader files

3. Confirm TheShader appears in the Shaders menu and is actually selected

4. Check that shaders are enabled in your video settings (not just installed)

5. Look for error messages in the game's debug log

Common Issues and Fixes

Shader won't load: Ensure your graphics card supports shader rendering. Older or integrated GPUs may not be compatible.

Lighting looks wrong: TheShader changes how light behaves — this is intentional. However, if shadows are inverted or colors are extremely distorted, try resetting shader settings to default.

Performance crashes: Disable TheShader temporarily and re-enable with lower settings. Your hardware may not support full quality.

Incompatibility with other mods: Some visual mods conflict with shaders. Try disabling other visual enhancement mods.

If issues persist, verify your mod installation is complete and your game version is compatible.