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Minecraft Oct 16, 2026

installing shaders on minecraft java, what do I need?

Downloaded a shader pack and there's no shaders option in my video settings. Do I need optifine or iris first? I'm on a mid range laptop if that matters.
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gusc Oct 21, 2026
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a shader loader, java can't do it on its own. Iris + Sodium on fabric is what most people use now, OptiFine still works too. install one, launch once, then drop the shader zip into the shaderpacks folder - don't unzip it. pick it under video settings > shader packs. make sure the pack supports your mc version.
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