Enhancing Creative Exploration with the 3D Viewer
Introduction
Welcome to the Frontier.cool onboarding series. In this article, we’ll guide you through using our 3D Viewer feature to visualize fabrics in real-life environments. You’ll also learn how to apply fabrics to various models we offer, including shirts, t-shirts, pants, shoes, and more.
Utilizing the 3D Viewer
The 3D Viewer is a powerful tool for visualizing any asset featuring 3D material, whether it’s from the Sourcing Library or the Asset Library.
💡Tips: In the Sourcing Library, use the filter function by selecting [3D Material > With 3D Material] and apply the filter to locate assets that include 3D material.
Learn more in this article.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Using the 3D Viewer:
- Navigate to the Sourcing Library or Asset Library, browse through the collections, and click on the asset you’re interested in.
- Then, click the [3D Viewer] button to see how the fabric appears in real-life applications on various apparel models.
3D Viewer Editor
Use the editor in the left sidebar to adjust the appearance of the asset:
- Alpha: Adjust the transparency.
- Roughness: Modify the texture roughness.
- Specular: Change the reflectiveness.
- Scale Size: Zoom in or out to view different fabric size perspectives.
- Rotate Vertically: Rotate the asset along the vertical axis.
- Rotate Horizontally: Rotate the asset along the horizontal axis.
- Screenshot: Capture and save a high-quality screenshot of the fabric to your hard drive.
Viewing in 2D:
- 2D Mode: View the fabric's texture maps, including base, normal, roughness, displacement, alpha, and metal maps layered beneath. Gain a deeper understanding of Texture Maps here.
Tips for Optimal Use:
The 3D Viewer Editor enables quick experimentation and real-time visualization of fabrics. Please note that changes made within the viewer cannot be saved, but you can enjoy the flexibility of making instant previews and adjustments to effortlessly bring your creative ideas to life.
Conclusion
In summary, the 3D Viewer revolutionizes fabric exploration by providing seamless access to a vast material library. By following these steps and utilizing the 3D Viewer’s features, you can efficiently visualize and experiment with fabric designs, enhancing your creative process and making informed decisions on asset selection. Its intuitive controls and real-time adjustments enable precise customization of fabric visualization and enhance creative flexibility.