To customize the look of Minecraft, you can download and install the best texture packs, or if you're playing the Java Edition of the game, shaders. Shaders change the look of the entire game by modifying the lighting and different textures, adding fog, realistic natural features, etc. They are super popular in the community because they make the game look so much cleaner and more appealing. In this article, we cover the best Minecraft 1.20 shaders that you should definitely check out.

Note: The following shaders are all free and arranged in no particular order. Which one is your favorite? Tell us in the comments below!

One of the most popular and frequently used shaders in Minecraft 1.20 and earlier versions is the BSL shaders. This shader offers tons of customization and optimization options. It adds beautiful and realistic clouds, real-time shadows, and it modifies the entire atmosphere of your world. You can feel and see the fog and air particles in your world, making Minecraft more realistic. Vanilla Minecraft (L), BSL Shaders (R)

Water in this shader is quite transparent and sometimes even hard to see when you are far away. The sunrise, however, is quite spectacular as the sun shines brightly and spreads the warm colors over the entire landscape. Vanilla Minecraft (L), BSL Shaders (R)