Installing Shaders for Minecraft version 1.17 Shaders setting in the game (Image via Minecraft) To use shaders, players need to install a mod called optifine.

With the help of the Optifine mod, players can improve the visual aspect of Minecraft, as shaders add realistic lighting, beautiful water texture, reflections, and more.

Learn how to download, install, and configure Minecraft shaders to make your Minecraft worlds look stunning.