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How to install "B&W Shader"

A shader that completely turns your game into a black and white version

Author

cat4blep

Downloads

12.0K

Last Updated

Apr 16, 2026

Minecraft Versions

26.1.2 1.21.11 1.20.6 1.19.4 1.18.2 1.17.1
Fantasy

Quick Install ID

#b-w-shader

Install B&W Shader in GDLauncher

  1. Open GDLauncher and pick (or create) the instance you want to add B&W Shader to.
  2. Open the Addons tab and click Add Addons.
  3. Paste the Quick Install ID #b-w-shader, select B&W Shader, and click Download. GDLauncher handles dependencies and version matching automatically.
  4. Hit Play and you're done.

Before you install

Make sure your Minecraft version matches what B&W Shader supports. As of the latest release, 26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6 are supported. GDLauncher checks compatibility for you and won't install something incompatible with the instance you've chosen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is B&W Shader free?

Yes. B&W Shader is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does B&W Shader support?

B&W Shader 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 B&W Shader require Forge or Fabric?

Check the CurseForge page for B&W Shader to see which mod loader it supports. GDLauncher will install the correct loader automatically once you pick the addon.

How do I install B&W Shader?

Open GDLauncher, go to your instance's Addons tab, click Add Addons, and paste the Quick Install ID #b-w-shader. GDLauncher handles dependencies and the right Minecraft version automatically.

Who made B&W Shader?

B&W Shader is made by cat4blep. The full project lives on CurseForge (https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/shaders/b-w-shader).

Need help?

Read our troubleshooting guide, check the guides section, or join the GDLauncher Discord community.

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