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How to install "Quanta Shader"

Fast, beautiful Minecraft visuals. Soft shadows, dynamic clouds, reflective water and rich skies, optimized for high FPS gameplay.

Author

J-ko

Downloads

109

Last Updated

Apr 30, 2026

License

LGPL-3.0-or-later

Minecraft Versions

26.1.2 1.21.11 1.20.6 1.19.4
atmosphere high iris medium optifine path-tracing shadows

Quick Install ID

#quanta-shader

Install Quanta Shader in GDLauncher

  1. Open GDLauncher and pick (or create) the instance you want to add Quanta Shader to.
  2. Open the Addons tab and click Add Addons.
  3. Paste the Quick Install ID #quanta-shader, select Quanta 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 Quanta 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 Quanta Shader free?

Yes. Quanta Shader is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does Quanta Shader support?

Quanta Shader supports Minecraft 26.1.2, 1.21.11, 1.20.6, 1.19.4. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does Quanta Shader require Forge or Fabric?

Check the Modrinth page for Quanta Shader to see which mod loader it supports. GDLauncher will install the correct loader automatically once you pick the addon.

How do I install Quanta Shader?

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

Who made Quanta Shader?

Quanta Shader is made by J-ko. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/shader/quanta-shader).

Need help?

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

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