OptiFine is almost essential for 1.12.2. It allows you to turn off "Smooth Lighting," which can sometimes cause the transparent blocks to look muddy or flickering. It also provides a built-in brightness boost. Turn Off Smooth Lighting
Even though the stone is gone, the "air" underground is still technically dark. Drinking a Night Vision potion or using a Full Bright mod will make every ore glow as if it were in direct sunlight. A Note on Multiplayer Fairness minecraft 1.12 xray texture pack
If the world looks strange or you see weird shadows where blocks used to be, go to Video Settings and set Smooth Lighting to OFF. This ensures the transparent gaps are perfectly clear. Use a Night Vision Potion OptiFine is almost essential for 1
⚡ If you're playing on a server with friends, use X-Ray to find Ancient Debris or Strongholds to save time for the group! Turn Off Smooth Lighting Even though the stone