Yes, it is only possible to install mods on Minecraft Java Edition at this time because, for some reason unknown to us, Mojang is not willing to support community mods on the Bedrock Edition.

Modding Players who are interested in trying Minecraft mods should opt for Java Edition. Since the Bedrock edition only supports add-ons and is incompatible with modding.

One of the most straightforward ways to enjoy dynamic lighting in Minecraft: Java Edition is to install the Optifine mod. This mod introduces shader compatibility and post-processing effects to ...