it is a contrast problem but the latest guest shader should have fixed it FYI i have the latest guest shader
try to load
/1-Standard/01 - Aperture - A.slangp
then go to Shaders Parameters, under
// DIGITAL CONTROLS //
set contrast to 0
i have been using that trick that is why i knew it was that but your shader pack looks bad if i do that
yeah I read it on the other thread 
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Really don’t know how to solve your issue then. sorry! 
That shadow mask looking sexy.
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Without the rgb triads, it looks like an hybrid slotmask/shadowmask
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Thanks!
That’s exactly how I view it!
Slots mask size @1080p is a little too large for me and often, with scanlines in the mix, generates visible patterns. That’s the reason why lately I’m mostly using aperture grill or shadowmasks (like this one in b&w) that have some kind of a slotmask “vibe”.
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Have you tried to enable curvature with that mask at those resolutions? Just curious to see if it helps woth moire.
I personally gave up fighting moire since a while, but here some tests for you :
Mask 7, integer scaling, curvature: 0.04 - 0.06
Mask 7, integer scaling OFF, curvature: 0.04 - 0.06
Mask 7, integer scaling ON + Overscale, curvature: 0.04 - 0.06
this is another shadow mask that I use (this with rgb triads)
Mask 2, integer scaling, curvature: 0.04 - 0.06
Mask 2, integer scaling OFF, curvature: 0.04 - 0.06
Mask 2, integer scaling ON + Overscale, curvature: 0.04 - 0.06
integer scaling is the worst, probably not enough pixels.
With overscale seems kinda clean
with integer scaling off is not too bad.
I can push curvature more if you want…
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Thanks, interesting, “curved” integer scaling, which theoretically has no sense, performs quite good!
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yes, the sky seems fine but I can see weird pattern in the road…
New update,
Added a new preset(s) in the folder:
/6 - Curved No IS No Scans/
1 - Curved - No IS - No Scans.slangp
This preset is meant to be used with Integer Scaling OFF, has a curvature and no scanlines.
2 alternatives are present. one with NTSC adaptive and the other one with XBR lvl 2, for a different look.
Even without scanlines there is some level of pixel blending and I’m happy with the result so far
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a question from the libretro discord they can’t make a account here what system is this shader pack based on? & what preset should be used for each systems?
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Hi,
my presets are not based on any particular system and they can be used with any* core/system according to personal preference.
*: few “restrictions” :
- Presets from the folder
/5 - Upscaled Internal Resolution/should be used with internal (in-core) upscaled resolution like swanstation, mupen64, flycast… - Presets from the folder
/4 - Tate/should be used with vertical games rotated by the core like FBneo.
most other presets can be freely used with “normal” SD content: nes, snes, arcades, mega drive etc etc…
Here a quote from the first post:
As for some suggestions that I’m personally using lately:
- /1 - Standard/01 - Aperture - A.slangp -> is this my default shader for SD content that I use for Arcades Nes, PC engine but also PlayStation at native resolution (Beetle PSX software core)
- /2 - NTSC/02 - NTSC ADAPTIVE/01 - Composite - Aperture - B.slangp -> this one is what I use for Megadrive/Mega CD/32x/ and sometimes PC Engine.
- /1 - Standard/05 - Aperture - A + mods.slangp is what I use with SNES and Sega Master System (SMSplusGX) but this last one with internal Blarg internal svideo filter ON
- /1 - Standard/04 - M7 - Shadow Mask - A usually for Amiga.
- /5 - Upscaled Internal Resolution/1 - UPSCALED INTERNAL - SOFT/SHARP is what I use with swanstation with internal resolution x5 (1080p), Flycast with internal res 640x480, Mupen64plusNext at 4x native res
- 3 - Edge Smoothing/Aperture Grill/Aperture - A - XBR LVL 2 I like sometimes to use it with Arcades and SNES.
Those a just few general personal preference at the this time, but as I said it’s all about preference and “mood”.
Hope this was helpful, if anybody has any doubt feel free to ask!
ps.
Really? 
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yep been waiting since yesterday for a account activation mail
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Just finished Lords of Thunder for the Mega CD, this version is much easier then the PC Engine CD one, I could complete this one on normal difficulty on the very first try without using any continues.
Soundtrack is amazing and it is very nice experience that just takes about 30 minutes!
Shader preset used is
01 - Composite - Aperture - B.slangp
From /02 - NTSC/02 - NTSC ADAPTIVE/ directory.
Spoilers!
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New Update 16/11/2024
Added a new folder “0 - Quick Select”
It contains a selection of presets (with some mods) for standard content for a quick selection.
- Sharp (A, B, C)
- TV (A. B, C) -> a slightly softer and modded version of standard sharp presets
- NTSC (A, B, C) + an extra preset “simil RF” (D)
- 3 different Edge Smoothing presets
Each letter have a different mask set up
Link in the first post,
Some example and comparison:
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There is another folders named 9-extras an base, the extra is meant to be used by user too or is for use for shaders in 0-quick select folder?
Edit: Tested all shaders and a few failed to load:
hari\9 - Extra\1 - Megabezel
2 - Slot Mask - MBZ - STD - GDV.slangp
hari\9 - Extra\2 - Systems\Handheld LCD\Lynx
Linx + Bezel - A - 5x.slangp
hari\9 - Extra\2 - Systems\Handheld LCD\WS
WonderSwan + BEZEL.slangp
hari\9 - Extra\3 - Heavy Dedithering
Dedither A - STD.slanp
Dedither B - NTSC.slangp
These shader failded to load.
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