Shaders
Essential Mod’s compatibility with Fabric, Forge and NeoForge modloaders makes it simple to enhance your game with stunning shaders.

Learn how to install shaders alongside Essential Mod.
Adding mods for shaders
To enable shader support, choose the appropriate mod based on your modloader. Refer to the installation pages for detailed guidance:
For Fabric users: Sodium & Iris
For Forge users: OptiFine
For NeoForge users: Sodium & Iris
To check which modloader you're currently using, look at the bottom left corner of your screen.

Finding shaderpacks
Our preferred source for high-quality shaders is Modrinth. It offers an easy-to-use platform with a wide selection of top-notch shaders. Explore their collection at Modrinth Shaders.
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