Installing an X-ray texture pack for Minecraft 1.8.8 is a popular way to quickly locate diamonds, iron, and other valuable ores by making common blocks like stone and dirt invisible. Unlike a dedicated mod, a texture pack—or "resource pack"—only changes how blocks look, meaning it usually doesn't require extra software like Forge to run. How to Install an X-ray Texture Pack (Minecraft 1.8.8)
Install OptiFine: While not strictly required, installing OptiFine for 1.8.8 can improve performance and offers a "Fullbright" setting that eliminates the need for potions. Important Warning
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Activate in Game: Close the folder and return to Minecraft. You will see the X-ray pack in the "Available" column. Hover over it and click the arrow to move it to the "Selected" column.
The most widely used pack for these versions is X-ray Ultimate.