Install Light Optimized in GDLauncher
Light Optimized runs on Fabric, Forge, Quilt. Pick whichever your existing instance uses, or create a new one. GDLauncher installs the correct loader automatically.
Install on Fabric
- Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
- Pick the Fabric loader and a Minecraft version that Light Optimized supports (26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#lightoptimized, find Light Optimized in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically. - Hit Play. That's it.
Install on Forge
- Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
- Pick the Forge loader and a Minecraft version that Light Optimized supports (26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#lightoptimized, find Light Optimized in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically. - Hit Play. That's it.
Install on Quilt
- Open GDLauncher and create a new instance (the + button on the Library page).
- Pick the Quilt loader and a Minecraft version that Light Optimized supports (26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are common choices).
- Open the new instance, go to the Addons tab, and click Add Addons.
- Paste the Quick Install ID
#lightoptimized, find Light Optimized in the results, and hit Download. GDLauncher pulls dependencies automatically. - Hit Play. That's it.
Before you install
Make sure your Minecraft version matches what Light Optimized supports. As of the latest release, 26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are supported. Light Optimized supports multiple loaders (Fabric, Forge, Quilt); pick whichever matches your other mods. GDLauncher checks compatibility for you and won't install something incompatible with the instance you've chosen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Light Optimized free?
Yes. Light Optimized is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.
What Minecraft versions does Light Optimized support?
Light Optimized supports Minecraft 26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6, 1.19.4, 1.18.2, 1.17.1. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.
Does Light Optimized require Forge or Fabric?
Light Optimized supports Fabric, Forge, Quilt. Pick the loader that matches your other mods, or let GDLauncher set up a fresh instance for you.
How do I install Light Optimized?
Open GDLauncher, go to your instance's Addons tab, click Add Addons, and paste the Quick Install ID #lightoptimized. GDLauncher handles dependencies and the right Minecraft version automatically.
Who made Light Optimized?
Light Optimized is made by TinyNote. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/modpack/lightoptimized).
Need help?
Read our troubleshooting guide, check the guides section, or join the GDLauncher Discord community.