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    How to Download, Install, and Run Optifine In Minecraft?

    Dustin LangBy Dustin LangMay 31, 2022Updated:May 31, 2022
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    In the next 5 minutes, you will learn How to Download, Install, and Run Optifine In Minecraft. And trust me it’s easy…

    If you know your way around Minecraft, you must be using Optifine by now. This is perhaps the most valuable mod you can add to Minecraft. Although it does not automatically improve Minecraft fps, Optifine gives you access, or rather, opens a larger number of graphics settings. You will need to know the right settings to improve your Minecraft fps. Optifine provides the options to do it in-game.

    Is Minecraft Optifine Free?

    Optifine is free to use even though this is an indispensable mod used by most Minecraft gamers. Released in 2011, Optifine continues to be one of the most popular Minecraft mods ever.

    Must Read : 30 Amazing Minecraft Facts That You Should Know

    How To Download Optifine?

    Follow these simple steps to download Optifine:

    Step 1. Go to the official Optifine website. (Find the official site link mentioned later.)

    Step 2. On the website, find the download option mentioned up top. Once you are on the downloads page, you will find a comprehensive listing of Optifine versions corresponding with each Minecraft version.

    optifine website

    Step 3. Download the Optifine edition depending on the Minecraft version you play. Also, make sure you use the mirror link to download Optifine.

    optifine file download

    Step 4. Once you click to download, you will be redirected to a page with a number of ads in it. Simply find the ‘Download Optifine’ option and click on that for the installer.

    optifine installer file

    How To Install Optifine In Minecraft?

    Now, this is where things get a bit more specific.

    Firstly, you should know that Minecraft is primarily based on Java. So, this Optifine mod and most other mods out there will need Java to run.

    Follow these steps to install Optifine:

    Step 1. Complete the steps mentioned above to download Optifine.

    Step 2. Once downloaded, right-click the installer file and go to the ‘Open With’ option.

    Install optifine step 1

    Step 3. From the list of apps, select the option which says ‘Java™ Platform SE Binary.’ If you do not have Java, check out how to install Optifine without Java in the FAQs below.

    optifine installer

    Step 4. On the Optifine Installer file, click Install. Make sure you have the latest version of Minecraft. (Note: Optifine is yet to come up with a beta for the newest Minecraft 1.15 release.)

    optifine installation confirmation

    Step 5. The easiest way to install Optifine on Minecraft and auto-update Minecraft to the latest version is to open Minecraft without any mods running.

    Step 6. Once open, click ‘Play’ to go to the versions page. If installed properly, you will find an Optifine version available from the list. Choose the Optifine version and then click ‘Create.’

    Install optifine step 3

    Step 7. You have Minecraft Optifine installed to in-game. Access the settings to tweak and increase fps or graphics quality, or maybe both.

    How To Run Optifine In Minecraft?

    Now that you know how to install Optifine, you have to know how to run and use it to increase your Minecraft fps. As mentioned before, Optifine only provides an additional settings option.

    To increase your Minecraft fps and gaming experience, you need to tweak the settings yourself.

    Here Is How To Run Optifine In Minecraft For Better Graphics And Gameplay FPS

    optifine video setting

    Graphics

    Available in vanilla Minecraft, you can change this setting from ‘Fancy’ to ‘Fast’ for smoother gameplay. Your in-game graphics will be affected if you shift to ‘Fast’, easing out on shadow rendering, dynamic water levels, transparent leaves, etc. You can gain substantial fps from this setting.

    Fog

    Optifine-only setting. You can now adjust the fog render quality from ‘Fancy’ to ‘Fast’ or even switch it ‘Off’ for the best fps gain.

    Render Distance

    With Optifine, you can increase render distance till 32 chunks instead of 16 without it. This is a handy settings add-on and will substantially affect in-game graphics for the better.

    optifine vs vanilla

    In short, Optifine can help you get better graphics if your computer has the necessary processing speed and/or increase your in-game fps for a better Minecraft experience.

    FAQs

    What Folder Do I Put Optifine In?

    You can directly run Optifine as it is installed. Or you can run it from the mods folder. After you download the Optifine installer file, extract it into the mods folder. But you only need to relocate the installer in the mods folder if you don’t have Java and you need to do it with Forge.

    Is Minecraft Optifine safe?

    Minecraft Optifine is safe. It is one of the oldest Minecraft mods reportedly developed by those involved with the game as well. There is no hidden clause or download jargon to Optifine files. But you may come across multiple websites offering Optifine download. Make sure you download Optifine from the official website and stay safe!

    Does Optifine need Java?

    Optifine does need Java. Just like all other mods, the Optifine installer is a .jar file. But you can install it without Java as well, on Windows and on Mac as well, although Linux users will still need Java. Open Command Prompt on Windows or Terminal on Java. Enter the corresponding paths depending on your PC,

    Mac – ~/Library/Application Support/minecraft/runtime/jre-x64/jre.bundle/Contents/Home/bin/java

    Windows 32-bit – \Program Files (x86)\Minecraft Launcher\runtime\jre-x86\bin\java.exe

    Windows 64-bit – \Program Files (x86)\Minecraft Launcher\runtime\jre-x64\bin\java.exe

    Add ‘-jar’ to the path and make sure there is an additional space before and after it. Now, drag your Optifine .jar installer file and drop it into the box. Note that this should autofill after -jar. Now, press Enter to install Optifine and play Minecraft with it.

    Is Optifine a virus?

    Optifine is not a virus. It is arguably the most popular Minecraft mod and safe for use, referred to and preferred by new and old Minecraft gamers. But make sure you download Optifine from the official website to avoid viruses. You may come across multiple duplicate sites offering Optifine download versions. Always download Optifine from here – https://optifine.net/home to avoid installing viruses or other malware.

    Optifine For Minecraft

    This is a must-use mod if you want to upgrade your Minecraft gameplay experience. With Optifine, you can enjoy better fps and graphics together. However, how much you can get out of Optifine will depend on your PC. With a low-spec computer or a PC without a graphics card, you should go for low or ‘Fast’ settings on all parameters and reduce render distance. But, if you have a high-spec computer, you can stick to settings under Fancy and increase fps as well. Make sure to go for Ultra HD Optifine versions to get surprisingly better graphics on Minecraft.

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