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Terms of Use wikiHow is where trusted research and expert knowledge come together. Learn why people trust wikiHow How To Change Your Gamma Settings in Minecraft PDF download Download Article Explore this Article methods 1 Change Gamma in Minecraft's Files Other Sections Questions & Answers Video Tips and Warnings Related Articles References Co-authored by Zac Churchill and Cory Stillman

Last Updated: March 3, 2025 Fact Checked

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This article was co-authored by Zac Churchill and by wikiHow staff writer, Cory Stillman. Zac Churchill is a Minecraft Specialist based in Davidson, North Carolina. Zac has played Minecraft for over 10 years and has extensive knowledge of how to play Minecraft and how the game has changed over the different versions. Specifically, Zac has expert experience in survival worlds, large builds on creative mode, and server design/upkeep. He graduated in 2023 with a BA in Sociology and English from Tufts University. This article has been fact-checked, ensuring the accuracy of any cited facts and confirming the authority of its sources. This article has been viewed 473,591 times.

Do you think your gamma is too low in your game of Minecraft? Darkness can present all kinds of obstacles in Minecraft. You may constantly burn through coal as you make torch after torch, or you may find yourself completely lost when night falls. But you might be able to avoid all these issues simply by turning up your gamma. It is easy to do, and raises your visibility when you need it most. This wikiHow article will tell you everything you need to know about turning up your gamma in Minecraft.

Things You Should Know

  • Turn up your gamma in Minecraft so you can see in dark places without a torch.
  • Identify the "Gamma" settings within your Minecraft file and set the number to whatever you prefer.
  • Restart Minecraft to experience your updated gamma settings.
  • Continue to experiment with different gamma settings until you find a display that suits you.

Steps

Method 1 Method 1 of 1:

Change Gamma in Minecraft's Files

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  1. Step 1 Open your computer's Minecraft files. 1 Open your computer's Minecraft files. Search for "minecraft" in your computer's file explorer.
  2. Step 2 Review the list of files. 2 Review the list of files. Click on the one that says "options" (It should be a .txt type).[1] Advertisement
  3. Step 3 Look at the multiple settings that you can change. 3 Look at the multiple settings that you can change. Find the setting that says "gamma".
  4. Step 4 Change the numbers next to gamma to be as high as you want. 4 Change the numbers next to gamma to be as high as you want. When you're done, save and exit the file and the folder.[2]
  5. Step 5 Open up Minecraft and start a new world. 5 Open up Minecraft and start a new world. If you followed these steps correctly, whenever you go into a cave or somewhere generally dark, you won't need to bring any torches because you can see everything.
    • If you remain unhappy with your gamma settings, consider updating your computer's graphics card, or altering its gamma settings.
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  • Question How do I save the folder? Community Answer Community Answer You don't -- you edit the option.txt file and then save that. If you're not sure how to do that, there are plenty of guides online that can help you out. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 30 Helpful 88
  • Question Will it be bright in multiplayer to others? Community Answer Community Answer If it is on the same system it will be bright for others. If you mean on other systems, they have to do it themselves. Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 62 Helpful 32
  • Question How would I do this on the new launcher? Neko Means Cat Neko Means Cat Community Answer The version of the launcher is irrelevant. It's done in game by going into the settings page and adjusting gamma under 'video settings.' Thanks! We're glad this was helpful. Thank you for your feedback. If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow Yes No Not Helpful 279 Helpful 26
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  • Even with your gamma turned up, you should still continue looking for coals, especially as you will need it for smelting purposes. Thanks Helpful 6 Not Helpful 4
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  1. ↑ https://youtu.be/ePBXduG2vAM?t=35
  2. ↑ https://youtu.be/ePBXduG2vAM?t=45

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Zac Churchill Co-authored by: Zac Churchill Minecraft Specialist This article was co-authored by Zac Churchill and by wikiHow staff writer, Cory Stillman. Zac Churchill is a Minecraft Specialist based in Davidson, North Carolina. Zac has played Minecraft for over 10 years and has extensive knowledge of how to play Minecraft and how the game has changed over the different versions. Specifically, Zac has expert experience in survival worlds, large builds on creative mode, and server design/upkeep. He graduated in 2023 with a BA in Sociology and English from Tufts University. This article has been viewed 473,591 times. 41 votes - 47% Co-authors: 15 Updated: March 3, 2025 Views: 473,591 Categories: Minecraft In other languages Portuguese Italian Indonesian Dutch Spanish Czech Japanese
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