Pool Chlorine vs Pool Shock: What's the Difference?

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Are you still supposed to use shock in a salt water pool.

We are wondering about the 'DryTec 1-1901-24 Calcium Hypochlorite Chlorine Shock Treatment for Swimming Pools, 1-Pound' . It says on package to broadcast over water in pool, but some floated and some sank to bottom where we had to use the brush to stir up until it dissolved. Is it okay to dissolve in a bucket of water before pouring it in, even though it says not to do that, on the package? Is there any dangerous reason not to dissolve it first? Thanks!

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I have a question about shocking a pool. I bought Clorox shock in one pound bags. They say in the instructions.

"Broadcast in pool's deepest area with filter and pump on. Run filter and pump for 4-8 hours. DO NOT pre-dissolve. DO NOT add through skimmer or feeder, and DO NOT mix with other chemicals".

My above ground pool is only one depth. When I add the powder it just sinks to the bottom which I believe caused my liner to fade in certain areas. Why not pre-dissolve? Is it better to use liquid chlorine for shock instead of powder to avoid this problem in the future?

Can I just use shock then and forget the chlorine?