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warningCrash ReportsAffects: 1.17+

How to Fix Shader Compilation Failed

Fix Shader Compilation Failed by updating graphics drivers and removing shader-modifying resource packs.

Quick Fix

Update graphics drivers. If a resource pack modifies shaders, remove it.

Error Message

Error compiling shader: vertex/fragment shader failed

How to Fix

1

Update graphics drivers to the latest version

2

Remove resource packs that modify core shaders

3

Disable Fabulous graphics mode

4

Try a different version of the resource pack

Common Causes

  • GPU does not support required shader features
  • Driver bug in shader compilation
  • Vanilla shader modified by resource pack

Diagnostic Steps

  1. Update GPU drivers
  2. Remove custom resource packs
  3. Switch graphics from Fabulous to Fancy
  4. Restart

FAQ

What are core shaders?

Since 1.17, Minecraft uses internal shaders for rendering. Some resource packs modify these, which can cause compilation failures.

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