TrueLight FX Shaders FAQ
10 questions players actually ask, answered.
How do I open the shader settings menu?
Press the settings hotkey (usually a specific key you can bind in your controls) while in-game to open the TrueLight FX settings panel. From there you can adjust lighting intensity, shadow detail, and other visual parameters without leaving your world.
The shadows look too dark, how do I fix this?
Open the settings menu and look for shadow intensity or darkness controls—reduce these values to make shadows lighter. You can also adjust the overall lighting intensity slider to brighten your world.
My FPS dropped after installing this shader, what should I do?
Open the settings menu and lower the shadow quality, lighting detail, or overall render distance settings to match your computer's performance. Start by reducing shadow resolution first, as that typically has the biggest impact on frame rate.
Does this shader work with other mods?
TrueLight FX Shaders is generally compatible with most mods, but mods that heavily modify lighting or add custom light sources may conflict. If you experience visual glitches, try disabling the shader temporarily to confirm the conflict.
Why does my world look washed out or too bright?
Adjust the lighting intensity slider in the settings menu to a lower value, and check if brightness or gamma settings are too high. You may also need to reduce the sunlight intensity setting specifically.
Can I make the mod look less realistic to stay closer to vanilla?
Yes—open the settings menu and reduce shadow detail, lower the contrast, and decrease lighting intensity to create a more subtle, vanilla-like appearance while keeping the shader active.
Does nighttime look too dark or too bright?
Open the settings menu and find the moonlight or night lighting controls to adjust how bright the moon illuminates your world. You can also modify the overall darkness level during night hours.
What's the difference between shadow quality and shadow intensity?
Shadow quality controls how detailed and sharp shadows appear (higher quality = more detail but more lag), while intensity controls how dark the shadows are. Adjust quality for performance and intensity for the look you want.
Will this shader affect my world's performance in multiplayer?
The shader only affects your client-side rendering, so it won't impact server performance or other players. However, it will use your computer's GPU, so lower settings if you experience lag.
How do I reset all shader settings to default?
Look for a reset or restore defaults button in the settings menu to return all values to their original state. If you can't find it, you can usually delete the shader config file and restart the game.