How to install "The Better Default"

Install The Better Default in GDLauncher

1. Open GDLauncher and pick (or create) the instance you want to add The Better Default to.
2. Open the Addons tab and click Add Addons.
3. Paste the Quick Install ID #the-better-default, select The Better Default, 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 The Better Default supports. As of the latest release, 26.1.2, 1.21.11 are supported. GDLauncher checks compatibility for you and won't install something incompatible with the instance you've chosen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Better Default free?

Yes. The Better Default is free to download and install through GDLauncher. GDLauncher itself is also free and ad-free.

What Minecraft versions does The Better Default support?

The Better Default supports Minecraft 26.1.2, 1.21.11. GDLauncher will automatically pick a compatible version when you install it.

Does The Better Default require Forge or Fabric?

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

How do I install The Better Default?

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

Who made The Better Default?

The Better Default is made by Gr1mly4Memes. The full project lives on Modrinth (https://modrinth.com/shader/the-better-default).

Need help?

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