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How to install "Star Shaders"

Star Shaders is a low-end friendly shader that adds better clouds, reflective water, and gentle wave effects while keeping performance smooth for high FPS on weaker devices.

Author

GamesofDev

Downloads

6.3K

Last Updated

Feb 20, 2026

License

LicenseRef-All-Rights-Reserved

Minecraft Versions

1.21.11 1.20
atmosphere fantasy iris potato vanilla-like

Quick Install ID

#starshaders

Install Star Shaders in GDLauncher

  1. Open GDLauncher and pick (or create) the instance you want to add Star Shaders to.
  2. Open the Addons tab and click Add Addons.
  3. Paste the Quick Install ID #starshaders, select Star 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 Star Shaders supports. As of the latest release, 1.21.11, 1.20 are supported. GDLauncher checks compatibility for you and won't install something incompatible with the instance you've chosen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Star Shaders free?

Yes. Star Shaders is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does Star Shaders support?

Star Shaders supports Minecraft 1.21.11, 1.20. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does Star Shaders require Forge or Fabric?

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

How do I install Star Shaders?

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

Who made Star Shaders?

Star Shaders is made by GamesofDev. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/shader/starshaders).

Need help?

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

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