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This wikiHow teaches you how to download, install, and activate shaders in Minecraft PE. You can easily download shaders in Minecraft on an Android using a free add-on manager called Addons for Minecraft. If you're using a PC, iPhone, or iPad, you can browse for and download shader packs in the .mcpack format, which you can then install and activate in Minecraft. Installing shaders is pretty simple most of the time, but if you're using an iPhone or iPad, you'll want to use a third-party app called Documents to avoid potential installation errors.
Where to Get Shaders for Minecraft PE
- Download and use the Addons for Minecraft app on Android.
- Get shaders from ModBay if you're on iOS.
- Use websites like mcpedl or CurseForge on PC.
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Install the Addons for Minecraft app. This is a popular and highly-rated app that acts as a one-stop shop for Minecraft PE add-ons—including shaders. There are several apps that have names similar to this one, so here's how you can make sure you get the right app:
- Open the Play Store on your Android.
- Search for "Addons for Minecraft."
- Tap the app that has a pixelated face icon and the developer name "Kayen Works." You can also go to this link in your web browser, which should take you to the correct page: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kayenworks.mcpeaddons&hl=en_US&gl=US
- Click Install .
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Open Addons for Minecraft. You can tap Open if you're still in the Play Store, or tap the new Addons icon in your app list.Advertisement
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Tap Search . It's the magnifying glass at the bottom of the screen.
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Type shaders and tap the magnifying glass to search. This brings up a list of shaders you can download.
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Tap a shader pack to learn more about it. This will show you some previews of the shaders in action, display the file size, and give you the option to check out reviews from other players.
- The version numbers tell you which versions of Minecraft PE the shaders work on. Make sure to choose a shader pack that works with your version.
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Tap the Download link. Many shader packs only have one download link, but some offer alternatives, such as for high and low resolutions.
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Tap Install . This installs the shader pack in Minecraft.
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Tap Open when the installation is complete. This opens Minecraft.
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Activate the pack in your settings. To do this:
- Tap Settings on the Minecraft intro screen.
- Select Global Resources .
- Select the shader pack and tap Activate .
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1Open Safari and go to https://modbay.org/textures/ . ModBay is a fan website for Minecraft, where you can find add-ons, maps, textures, including shaders.
- There are a variety of other websites that allow you to download shaders.
- For alternatives, just search google for "mcpack shaders" or "shaders Minecraft PE."
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2Go to the Texture Packs section. Click on "All tags" and select "Shaders" to display posts with shaders.
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3Tap a shader pack to learn more about it. This is where you can find screenshots of the shader in action, as well as plenty of information about what's in the pack.
- The version numbers at the bottom show you which versions of Minecraft PE the shaders work on. Make sure to choose a shader pack that works with your version.
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4Tap the Download link. This will take you to another website on which you can download the shaders.
- You may have to click a link to continue or complete a CAPTCHA, depending on the download site.
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5Tap the new download link. The location of the link will vary by download site. Once you tap the link, you'll be asked if you want to download a file that ends with .mcpack to your phone or tablet. Tap Download to confirm, if so, to download the file.
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6Go to the Files app and find the downloaded shader file.
- Tap on the file to launch Minecraft and wait for the shader to import.
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7Activate the pack in your settings. To do this:
- Open world editing or create a new one.
- Select Resource Packs .
- Select the shader pack and tap Activate.
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1Go to the website dedicated to Minecraft, where you can find shaders. Below are some of the most popular websites dedicated to Minecraft. These websites are verified and the shader authors themselves publish on them, which is particularly convenient for feedback.
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Let's consider MCPEDL as an example. Go to https://mcpedl.com/ in a web browser. This is just one of many websites that supply free Minecraft PE shader packs. You can search for others if you'd like.
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Search for a shader pack to download. If you're using MCPEDL, click the magnifying glass at the top-right corner, type "shaders" into the search bar, and then press Enter . You can also hover your mouse cursor over the Texture Packs menu and select Shaders if you'd rather browse all posts tagged with the "Shaders" tag.
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Click a shader pack to learn more about it. This will show you some previews of the shaders in action, display the file size, and give you the option to check out reviews from other players.
- The version numbers tell you which versions of Minecraft PE the shaders work on. Make sure to choose a shader pack that works with your version.
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Click the download link. It'll be toward the bottom of the page. This will take you to a different website on which you will install the shader pack.
- Different shader packs are available from different websites—the names of the links and the steps to download the packs will vary.
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Click the link to download the file. Once you're on the download site, there will be another link you'll need to click to download the .mcpack file. [1] X Research source You may have to fill out a CAPTCHA or view an ad before you can download the file.
- You may have to click Save or OK to start the download.
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Double-click the downloaded file. You'll find it in your default downloads folder, which is usually called Downloads . This will open Minecraft and start installing the shaders. Once the shaders are installed, you'll see a message that says "Successfully imported (pack name)."
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Activate the pack in your settings. To do this:
- Click Settings on the Minecraft intro screen.
- Click Global Resources .
- Select the shader pack and click Activate.
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QuestionHow can we disable shaders in Minecraft PE?ILikeSlugsCommunity AnswerIn Minecraft PE, go to the resource packs section. Click on "active" and then find the shader you're using. Click on it and select "deactivate".
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