Why can guards still see me when I use the Become Ethereal shout?

Question

I'm using the Become Ethereal shout to sneak past some guards, but they instantly walk up to me and give me "You've committed crimes" speech.

Why? How can I fix this? I'm on the PC.

Answer

Become Ethereal does not make you invisible, rather it stops you taking damage until it runs out or you take an action.

The invisibility spell or the Shadow Stone near Riften will make you invisible and able to sneak past the guards.

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