How to install "Make Your Own Shaders"

Install Make Your Own Shaders in GDLauncher

1. Open GDLauncher and pick (or create) the instance you want to add Make Your Own Shaders to.
2. Open the Addons tab and click Add Addons.
3. Paste the Quick Install ID #make-your-own-shaders, select Make Your Own Shaders, 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 Make Your Own Shaders supports. As of the latest release, 1.21.11, 1.20.6, 1.19.4 are supported. GDLauncher checks compatibility for you and won't install something incompatible with the instance you've chosen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Make Your Own Shaders free?

Yes. Make Your Own Shaders is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does Make Your Own Shaders support?

Make Your Own Shaders supports Minecraft 1.21.11, 1.20.6, 1.19.4. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does Make Your Own Shaders require Forge or Fabric?

Check the Modrinth page for Make Your Own Shaders to see which mod loader it supports. GDLauncher will install the correct loader automatically once you pick the addon.

How do I install Make Your Own Shaders?

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

Who made Make Your Own Shaders?

Make Your Own Shaders is made by timetravelbeard. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/shader/make-your-own-shaders).

Need help?

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