Minecraft is one of the most popular games in the world and has all the elements that make it attractive and addictive. If you have been playing the game for a long time, you should know all its features.
But many users are facing errors when launching the game on their computers, and OpenGL error 1281 is the most common one. If you are also facing the same issue on your Minecraft account, this post is for you as here I will go over the possible ways to fix it easily.
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How to Fix Minecraft OpenGL Error 1281
JAVA or mods usually cause Minecraft OpenGL errors, but there may be other reasons behind them. So, you need to identify the main culprit first, but it won’t be obvious.
So, I have shared six fixes to fix the error from your Minecraft and you can try each of them and check which method works for you.
All of these methods contain simple steps and are also shown in simple words, so you won’t have any trouble following them.
Remove all shaders
Shaders are a graphical mod or mini-mod for Minecraft that helps change the overall look of the game. You can add beautiful lighting, realistic shadows, gorgeous skies and oceans, and make every other element of the game fun.
But this can cause OpenGL error 1281 on your Minecraft account, so it’s best to uninstall all shaders and try running the game. If you don’t see any issues, then the shaders are to blame, and if the bug is still there, you can check out other fixes.
The steps to remove all shaders from Minecraft are as follows:
- When you open Minecraft you will see options there; select it.
- Now click Video Settings.
- Then another list of different options will open; click Shaders.
- Now select “OFF”at the top of the screen and then click “Done”.
You can also do this directly from your computer without opening Minecraft.
- First, open Run by pressing the Windows + R buttons at the same time.
- Then enter %APPDATA% in the field given there and click OK.
- Find the Minecraft folder there.
- Now you will see all the files inside the file; select “resource packs”from there.
- Then go to the “shaderpacks”folder.
- Now select any mod that might be causing the problem, or you can select all shaders and remove them all at once.
Disable mods
Mods help users change the gameplay and play the game the way they want. But sometimes these mods cause problems and prevent users from playing the game without errors.
Therefore, it is always better to disable or remove mods to eliminate errors. You can follow these steps to remove mods:
- First, press the Windows key and R together to open the Run menu.
- Then enter %AppData% in the field and click OK.
- You will see all files of all installed applications on your computer; select Minecraft from there.
- Then find the Mods folder in it and double-click on the name to open it; it will show you all the mods you have installed on your computer.
- If you know the exact mod causing the problem, remove the specific mod; otherwise, you can select all mods and right click > Remove All.
Update your graphics drivers
Graphics drivers help software connect to the operating system and generate output images on your computer monitor.
If the drivers are outdated, this can prevent Minecraft from working properly by causing various errors. Therefore, you should check for driver updates and update them to the latest version available.
From device manager:
- First, right-click the Windows icon.
- This will open various options; select Device Manager from there.
- Then double-click Display Adapters to expand it.
- Now right click on the graphics driver name.
- Select Update driver.
- Click on the first option “Search automatically for updated driver software”.
- If any new update is available, it will automatically install on your computer.
From the graphics card manufacturer’s website:
If the above method doesn’t work, you can manually update the drivers from the graphics card manufacturer’s website.
To do this, you must go to the official website, check for the latest version that is suitable for your device’s operating system and processor, and download it to your device.
Disable GL error display
There is an option in Minecraft to turn off GL error display and you can easily do that by following these steps:
- First, open Minecraft.
- Then click Options.
- Now click Video Settings.
- Then click “Others”.
- Select the Show GL Errors option and turn it off.
- Finally, save your changes and restart Minecraft.
Reinstall Java
JAVA is an essential part of running Minecraft on your PC; if something goes wrong, you will surely run into problems while playing.
Thus, uninstalling and reinstalling JAVA on your computer may help you resolve the error.
- Open the search bar in windows and search for “Control Panel”; alternatively, you can open the Run tab by pressing the Windows key + R together and entering the control panel in the box.
- In Control Panel, select Programs.
- Then click Programs and Features.
- It will show you all installed programs on your computer; find Java there.
- Click on his name, expand the menu and click the “Delete”button; Your confirmation may be required to complete the task.
- You need to download the latest version of Java from the official website.
- So, go to https://www.java.com/download/ie_manual.jsp, find the version for your computer and install it on your device.
Note. To find out the system type of your computer, right-click “This PC”on the desktop and select “Properties”; in the System Type menu, you will see 64-bit or 32-bit.
OptiFine update for Minecraft
OptiFine for Minecraft helps improve FPS and overall gameplay, and if you are using an older version of it, you should upgrade to the latest one.
But you should always make sure that the versions of OptiFine and Minecraft are similar. So, before updating OptiFine, check for Minecraft updates first.
- First go to the official OptiFine website. https://optifine.net/downloads
- Download the latest version, run and install it on your computer.
- Now open Minecraft and go to your profile section.
- You will see both the previous and current versions; select the current version and you can use the latest version of OptiFine.
Conclusion
So, these were the solutions to fix Minecraft OpenGL error. I hope you have successfully fixed this and are able to run the game without problems. If you are still facing any issues, the comment box is always open for your questions and feedback.