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  1. :Base rdd.hlp
  2. :Title Ray Dream Studio 5 Help
  3. 1 About Ray Dream Studio=about_ray_dream_studio
  4. 1 What's New in Version 5=whatsnew
  5. 1 Overview Information
  6. 2 Windows, Palettes, and Toolbars
  7. 3 Perspective Window=perspective_window
  8. 3 About the Working Box=about_the_working_box
  9. 3 About the Modeling Windows=about_the_modeling_windows
  10. 3 Previewing Objects=previewing_objects
  11. 3 Time Line/Hierarchy Window=timeline_hierarchy_window
  12. 3 Browser Window=browser_window
  13. 3 Properties Palette=properties_palette
  14. 3 Toolbars=toolbars
  15. 3 About the Workspace (The Universe)=about_the_workspace_(the_universe)
  16. 2 The Basics
  17. 3 About Files=learning_about_files
  18. 3 Display colors=display_colors
  19. 3 About the Scratch Disk=About_the_scratch_disk
  20. 3 Extensions=using_extensions
  21. 3 Plug-ins=using_plugins
  22. 3 Preferences=setting_application_preferences
  23. 3 Your Workspace=setting_up_your_workspace
  24. 3 Using Toolbars=using_toolbars
  25. 3 About Undoing Operations=about_undoing_operations
  26. 3 Modifying your Last Action=modifying_the_last_action
  27. 2 About 3D
  28. 3 Thinking in 3D=thinking_in_3d
  29. 3 Using Shading=using_shading
  30. 3 Using Lighting=using_lighting
  31. 3 Viewing your Scene=viewing_your_scene
  32. 3 Rendering a Scene=rendering_a_scene
  33. 2 About Animation
  34. 3 Animation Overview=animation_overview
  35. 3 The Animation Process=the_animation_process
  36. 3 Time Line Window=time_line_window
  37. 3 Time Controller Toolbar=time_controller_toolbar
  38. 3 Customizing Your Workspace for Animation=customizing_your_workspace_for_animation
  39. 3 About Special Animation Features=special_animation_features
  40. 3 About Tweeners=tweeners
  41. 3 About Behaviors=behaviors
  42. 3 Animating with Modelers=animating_with_the_modelers
  43. 3 About Rotoscoping=rotoscoping
  44. 3 Animating Deformers=animating_deformers
  45. 3 Storyboarding=storyboarding
  46. 3 Simplifying Your Scenes=simplifying_your_scenes
  47. 3 Rendering Without Compression=rendering_without_compression
  48. 3 Motion and Timing in Animation
  49. 4 Squash and Stretch=squash_and_stretch
  50. 4 Lag and Overlap=lag_and_overlap
  51. 4 Arc Versus Straight Line Movement=arc_versus_straight_line_movement
  52. 4 Secondary Motion=secondary_motion
  53. 4 Anticipation and Follow-through=anticipation_and_follow-through
  54. 4 Exaggeration=exaggeration
  55. 4 Timing=timing
  56. 2 About Scenes
  57. 3 Creating a New Scene=creating_a_new_scene
  58. 3 The Scene Wizard=using_the_scene_wizard
  59. 3 The Browser=using_the_browser
  60. 3 The Time Line Window=using_the_time_line_window
  61. 3 Navigating your Scene=navigating_your_scene
  62. 3 Default View=default_view
  63. 2 About Primitives
  64. 3 Modeling vs. Primitives=modeling_versus_primitives
  65. 3 Environmental Primitives=creating_environmental_primitives
  66. 3 Text Objects=size_of_text_objects_in_the_universe
  67. 3 Creating Formula Objects=creating_formula_objects
  68. 2 About Modeling
  69. 3 About Free Form Modeling=about_free_form_modeling
  70. 3 Jumping Into and Out of an Object=jumping_into_and_out_of_an_object
  71. 3 Straight Extrusion=straight_extrusion
  72. 3 Scaling=scaling
  73. 3 Lathing Technique=lathing_technique
  74. 3 Cross Sections=cross_sections
  75. 3 Complex Sweep Paths=complex_sweep_paths
  76. 3 Choosing a modeling technique=choosing_a_modeling_technique
  77. 3 The Free Form Modeling Window=the_free_form_modeling_window
  78. 3 The Modeling Box=the_modeling_box
  79. 3 Cross Section Planes=cross_section_planes
  80. 3 The Sweep Path=the_sweep_path
  81. 3 The Extrusion Envelope=the_extrusion_envelope
  82. 3 Working on the Drawing Plane=working_on_the_drawing_plane
  83. 3 About Modeling Tools
  84. 4 About the Pen tool=about_the_pen_tool
  85. 4 About the Selection Tool=about_the_selection_tool
  86. 4 About the Add Point Tool=about_the_add_point_tool
  87. 4 About the 2D Primitive Tools=about_the_2d_primitive_tools
  88. 4 About the 2D Text Tool=about_the_2d_text_tool
  89. 3 Modeling Complex Polymesh Objects=using_standard_modeling_techniques_to_create_complex_polymesh_objects
  90. 3 Polygon and Polyline Cross Sections=modeling_with_polygon_and_polyline_cross_sections
  91. 3 Lathing with Polygon and Polyline Profiles=lathing_with_polygon_and_polyline_profiles
  92. 3 Boolean Operations and Polymesh Objects=using_boolean_operations_to_create_complex_polymesh_objects
  93. 3 Deformers
  94. 4 Using Deformers=using_deformers
  95. 4 About Formula Deformers=about_formula_deformers
  96. 2 About Mesh Form Modeling
  97. 3 The Mesh Form Modeler=about_the_mesh_form_modeler
  98. 3 Mesh Form Modeling Concepts=mesh_form_modeling_concepts
  99. 3 Extruding and Sweeping=extruding_and_sweeping
  100. 3 About Lathing=about_lathing
  101. 3 Lofting=lofting
  102. 3 The Mesh Form Modeling Window
  103. 4 Overview=the_mesh_form_modeling_window
  104. 4 Features=features_of_the_modeling_window
  105. 4 Working in the Window=working_in_the_mesh_form_modeling_window
  106. 3 The Mesh Form Drawing Plane
  107. 4 Overview=the_drawing_plane
  108. 4 Working on the Drawing Plane=working_on_the_mesh_form_drawing_plane
  109. 3 Mesh Form Modeling Tools
  110. 4 Arranging Tools=mesh_form_modeler_arranging_tools
  111. 4 Drawing Tools=mesh_form_modeler_drawing_tools
  112. 4 Polyline Tool=polyline_tool
  113. 4 Sphere of Attraction Tool=sphere_of_attraction_tool
  114. 4 Add Vertex Tool=add_vertex_tool
  115. 4 Delete Tool=delete_tool
  116. 4 Polymesh Primitive Tools=polymesh_primitive_tools
  117. 4 Extrude Tool=extrude_tool
  118. 4 Sweep Tool=sweep_tool
  119. 4 Lathe Tool=lathe_tool
  120. 4 Loft Tool=loft_tool
  121. 4 Action Modifier Tools=action_modifier_tools
  122. 3 Setting up the Grid=about_setting_up_the_grid
  123. 3 Setting Preferences for the Mesh Form Modeler=setting_preferences_for_the_mesh_form_modeler
  124. 2 About Objects
  125. 3 Specifying Object Properties=specifying_object_properties
  126. 3 Vertices and Edges=moving_vertices_and_edges
  127. 3 Describe an Object=controlling_the_number_of_vertices_and_edges_used_to_describe_an_object
  128. 3 Aligning Polymesh Objects=aligning_polymesh_objects
  129. 3 Transforming Polymesh Objects and Selections=transforming_polymesh_objects_and_selections
  130. 3 The Objects Browser=the_objects_browser
  131. 3 Using the Working Box=changing_the_position_and_attitude_of_the_working_box
  132. 3 Object Symmetry=changing_the_object_symmetry
  133. 2 Shading Objects
  134. 3 About Shaders=about_shaders
  135. 3 Why Create a Shader?=why_create_a_shader
  136. 4 Building and Editing Shaders=about_building_and_editing_shaders
  137. 3 Applying Shaders=applying_shaders
  138. 3 About Managing Shaders
  139. 4 Managing Shaders=managing_shaders
  140. 4 The Shader Tree=the_shader_tree
  141. 4 Navigating the Shader Tree=navigating_the_shader_tree
  142. 4 Choosing a Display Mode=choosing_a_display_mode
  143. 4 Editing the Shader Tree=editing_the_shader_tree
  144. 3 Shading Layers=master_and_object_shading_layers
  145. 3 Mapping Modes=mapping_modes
  146. 3 The Primer=the_primer
  147. 3 3D Paint=3d_paint
  148. 3 The Browser Palette=the_browser_palette
  149. 3 The Current Shader Editor=the_current_shader_editor
  150. 3 Composite Shaders Versus Global Mix Shaders=composite_shaders_vs_global_mix_shaders
  151. 3 Shader Components
  152. 4 About Shader Components=about_shader_components
  153. 4 Moving Components by Dragging=moving_components_by_dragging
  154. 4 Color Component=color_component
  155. 4 Value Component=value_component
  156. 4 Texture Map Component=texture_map_component
  157. 4 Using Color Images as Texture Maps=using_color_images_as_texture_maps
  158. 4 Black & White Grayscale Images as Texture Maps=black_white_and_grayscale_texture_maps
  159. 4 Storing Maps Internally Versus Externally=storing_maps_internally_vs_externally
  160. 4 Movie Component=movie_component
  161. 3 Operators
  162. 4 About Operators=about_operators
  163. 4 The Mix Operator=the_mix_operator
  164. 4 The Add (+) Operator=the_add_(+)_operator
  165. 4 The Subtract (-) Operator=the_subtract_(-)_operator
  166. 4 The Multilpy (*) Operator=the_multiply_(*)_operator
  167. 4 About Functions=about_functions
  168. 3 Shader Channels
  169. 4 The Color Shader Channel=the_color_shader_channel
  170. 4 Highlight and Shininess=highlight_and_shininess
  171. 4 Bump=bump
  172. 4 Reflection=reflection
  173. 4 Transparency=transparency
  174. 4 Refraction=refraction
  175. 4 Glow=glow
  176. 3 Building and Editing Shaders
  177. 2 About 3D Paint
  178. 3 Using 3D Paint=using_3d_paint
  179. 3 Rectangle Tool=rectangle_tool
  180. 3 Ellipse tool=ellipse_tool
  181. 3 Polygon Tool=polygon_tool
  182. 3 Brush Tool=brush_tool
  183. 2 Advanced Editing
  184. 3 About The Drawing Plane Grid=about_the_drawing_plane_grid
  185. 3 About the Properties Palette=about_the_properties_palette
  186. 3 Working with Cross Sections=working_with_cross_sections
  187. 3 Modeling with Multiple Cross Sections=modeling_with_multiple_cross_sections
  188. 3 Adding and Removing Cross Sections=adding_and_removing_cross_sections
  189. 3 Working with the Sweep Path=working_with_the_sweep_path
  190. 3 Drawing the Sweep Path in 3D=drawing_the_sweep_path_in_3d
  191. 3 Cross Sections and the Sweep Path=cross_sections_and_the_sweep_path
  192. 3 Translation vs. Pipeline=translation_vs._pipeline
  193. 3 Choosing an Extrusion Method=choosing_an_extrusion_method
  194. 3 About Extrusion Presets=about_extrusion_presets
  195. 3 The Torus Extrusion Preset=the_torus_extrusion_preset
  196. 3 Using the Extrusion Envelope
  197. 4 Using the Extrusion Envelope=using_the_extrusion_envelope
  198. 4 Understanding the Envelope=understanding_the_envelope
  199. 4 How the Envelope Relates to the Sweep Path=how_the_envelope_relates_to_the_sweep_path
  200. 4 How the Envelope Relates to Cross Sections=how_the_envelope_relates_to_cross_sections
  201. 3 Lathing
  202. 4 Lathing=lathing
  203. 4 Lathing With the Extrusion Envelope=lathing_with_the_extrusion_envelope
  204. 2 Scenes
  205. 3 Building Your Scene
  206. s Contents=building_your_scenes_contents
  207. 3 Building a Hierarchical Structure=building_a_hierarchical_structure
  208. 3 Objects in the Scene
  209. 4 About Object Preview=about_object_preview
  210. 4 About Bounding Boxes and Projections=about_bounding_boxes_and_projections
  211. 4 About Selecting Objects=about_selecting_objects
  212. 4 Arranging Objects=arranging_objects
  213. 4 About the Hot Point=about_the_hot_point
  214. 4 Positioning Objects=positioning_objects
  215. 4 Resizing Objects=resizing_objects
  216. 4 Orienting Objects=orienting_objects
  217. 4 About Free Rotating=about_free_rotating
  218. 4 Special Orientation Features=special_orientation_features
  219. 4 About Collision Detection=about_collision_detection
  220. 3 Working with Master Objects
  221. 4 Working with Master Objects=working_with_master_objects
  222. 4 Objects and Masters Tabs in the Hierarchy=objects_and_masters_tabs_in_the_hierarchy
  223. 2 Groups and Links
  224. 3 Groups and Links=groups_and_links
  225. 3 About Linking Objects=about_linking_objects
  226. 3 Types of Links=types_of_links
  227. 3 About Controlling Links Directly=about_controlling_links_directly
  228. 3 Building Chains of Links=building_chains_of_links
  229. 3 About the Links Browser=about_the_links_browser
  230. 2 Lights and Cameras
  231. 3 Lights
  232. 4 About Lighting=about_lighting
  233. 4 Where Lighting Effects Are Visible=where_lighting_effects_are_visible
  234. 4 Setting Up Lights
  235. 4 Setting Lights=setting_lights
  236. 4 Spot Light Characteristics=about_spot_light_characteristics
  237. 3 Gels
  238. 4 Using Gels=about_using_gels
  239. 4 Movie Controls=movie_controls
  240. 4 Selecting a Movie for a Gel=selecting_a_movie_for_a_gel
  241. 4 Previewing a Movie in the Gel Tab=previewing_a_movie_in_the_gel_tab
  242. 3 Cameras 
  243. 4 About Cameras=about_cameras
  244. 4 Using Cameras=using_cameras
  245. 4 The Camera
  246. s Field of View=the_cameras_field_of_view
  247. 4 Changing Your Perspective on the Scene=changing_your_perspective_on_the_scene
  248. 4 Navigating the Current Camera=navigating_the_current_camera
  249. 4 Rotating the Camera Around an Object=rotating_the_camera_around_an_object
  250. 4 Panning the Camera=panning_the_camera
  251. 4 Tracking the Camera=tracking_the_camera
  252. 2 Animating
  253. 3 About Key Event Animation=about_key_event_animation
  254. 3 About Time-Based Animation=about_time-based_animation
  255. 3 Animatable Properties=animatable_properties
  256. 3 About Properties in the Hierarchy=about_properties_in_the_hierarchy
  257. 3 Changing the Property Display in the Time Line Window=changing_the_property_display_in_the_time_line_window
  258. 3 About the Fixed Animation Hierarchy=about_the_fixed_animation_hierarchy
  259. 3 The Hierarchy/Time Line Window=the_hierarchy/time_line_window
  260. 3 Hierarchy Area Objects, Masters, and Effects Tabs=hierarchy_area_objects_masters_and_effects_tabs
  261. 3 The Time Line Area=about_the_time_line_area
  262. 3 Key Event Markers on Collapsed Time Line Tracks=about_key_event_markers_on_collapsed_time_line_tracks
  263. 3 Overlapping Key Event Markers=about_overlapping_key_event_markers
  264. 3 The Time Axis=the_time_axis
  265. 3 About Time Scale and Frame Rate=about_time_scale_and_frame_rate
  266. 3 Previewing an Animation=previewing_an_animation
  267. 3 Defining Key Events=defining_key_events
  268. 3 Editing the Time Line=editing_the_time_line
  269. 3 About Tweeners=about_tweeners
  270. 3 Behaviors
  271. 4 About Behaviors=about_behaviors
  272. 4 The Inverse Kinematics Behavior=about_the_inverse_kinematics_behavior
  273. 3 Recording Behaviors
  274. 4 About Recording Behaviors=about_recording_behaviors
  275. 4 Converting Behaviors to Key Events=converting_behaviors_to_key_events
  276. 3 Physical Forces
  277. 4 Overview=about_physical_forces
  278. 4 Physics and Key Events=about_physics_and_key_events
  279. 4 Physical Effects Options=about_the_apply_physical_effects_options
  280. 4 Key Events in Physical Forces=about_key_events_in_physical_forces
  281. 4 Physical Effects Preferences=physical_effects_preferences
  282. 2 Animating Techniques
  283. 3 Animating Object Shapes=animating_object_shape
  284. 3 Particle and Volumetric Primitives
  285. 3 About Volumetric Primitives=about_volumetric_primitives
  286. 3 Animating with Deformers
  287. 4 Overview=about_animating_with_deformers
  288. 4 Animating with a Deformer=animating_with_a_deformer
  289. 3 Animating Motion
  290. 4 Overview=about_animating_motion
  291. 4 Duplicating Relative Motion with Groups=about_duplicating_relative_motion_with_groups
  292. 4 Cloaking an Object=about_cloaking_an_object
  293. 3 Rotoscoping
  294. 4 Overview=about_rotoscoping
  295. 4 Synchronizing Movie Frames=about_synchronizing_movie_frames
  296. 3 Animating Shaders
  297. 4 Overview=about_animating_shaders
  298. 4 Global Mix and Mix Components=animating_shaders_with_the_global_mix_and_mix_components
  299. 3 Rotoscoping in Non-Color Shader Channels=rotoscoping_in_non-color_shader_channels
  300. 2 Rendering
  301. 3 Overview=about_rendering
  302. 3 The Rendering Process=the_rendering_procedure
  303. 3 Steps in Rendering=overview_of_rendering_steps
  304. 3 Render Effects
  305. 4 Scene Setting Effects=the_scene_setting_effects_tab
  306. 4 Backgrounds and Backdrops=backgrounds_and_backdrops
  307. 4 Map Controls=background_map_controls
  308. 4 Filters=filters
  309. 4 Animating Filters=animating_filters
  310. 4 3D Light Cone=about_3d_light_cone
  311. 3 Rendering Output
  312. 4 Dots Per Inch and Depth Of Field=about_dots_per_inch_(dpi)_and_depth_of_field
  313. 4 Scene Settings Output=the_scene_settings_output_tab
  314. 4 Framing=framing_your_scene
  315. 4 Compression=compression_options
  316. 4 About the G-Buffer=about_the_g_buffer
  317. 3 Rendering Techniques and Tools
  318. 4 The Batch Queue=using_the_batch_queue
  319. 4 Speeding Up Rendering=speeding_up_rendering
  320. 4 System Optimization=computer_system_optimization
  321. 4 Viewing Rendered Images=viewing_rendered_images
  322. 4 About the Image Window=about_the_image_window
  323. 4 About the Movie Window=about_the_movie_window
  324. 2 Post-Production
  325. 3 Overview=post-production_overview
  326. 3 Post-Production Applications=post-production_applications
  327. 3 Compositing=compositing
  328. 1 Step-by-Step Instructions
  329. 2 Configuring Studio
  330. 3 Selecting the Scratch Disk=selecting_the_scratch_disk
  331. 3 Adding Extensions=adding_extensions
  332. 3 Setting a Default Plug-In Directory=setting_default_plugin_directory
  333. 3 Setting Units of Measure=setting_units_of_measure
  334. 3 Setting Interface Colors=setting_interface_colors
  335. 3 Setting Up Your Workspace for Your Display=setting_up_your_workspace_for_your_display
  336. 3 Hiding and Displaying Windows=hiding_and_displaying_windows
  337. 3 Setting Up the Grid=setting_up_the_grid
  338. 3 Hiding and Displaying Toolbars=hiding_and_displaying_toolbars
  339. 3 Docking and Undocking Toolbars=docking_and_undocking_toolbars
  340. 3 Saving a Workspace Configuration=saving_a_workspace_configuration
  341. 3 Setting Up the Working Box=setting_up_the_working_box
  342. 3 Displaying Grid Planes=displaying_grid_planes
  343. 3 Setting Undo Levels=setting_undo_levels
  344. 2 Basic Operations
  345. 3 Copying Items in the Perspective Window=copying_items_in_the_perspective_window
  346. 3 Cutting Items from the Perspective Window=cutting_items_from_the_perspective_window
  347. 3 Deleting Items from the Perspective Window=deleting_items_from_the_perspective_window
  348. 3 Undoing Operations=undoing_operations
  349. 3 Repeating Operations=repeating_operations
  350. 3 Saving a Scene=saving_a_scene
  351. 3 Saving Under a New Name=saving_under_a_new_name
  352. 3 Closing a File=closing_a_file
  353. 2 Creating and Editing Scenes
  354. 3 Creating an Empty Scene=creating_an_empty_scene
  355. 3 Automatically Launching the Scene Wizard=automatically_launching_the_scene_wizard
  356. 3 Creating a Scene with the Scene Wizard=creating_a_scene_with_the_scene_wizard
  357. 3 Adding to a file with the Scene Wizard=adding_to_a_file_with_the_scene_wizard
  358. 3 Opening an Existing File=opening_an_existing_file
  359. 3 Using the Browser
  360. 4 Displaying the Browser=displaying_the_browser
  361. 4 Changing the Browser View and Column Width=changing_the_browser
  362. 4 Setting Browser Preferences=setting_browser_preferences
  363. 4 Adding an item to the Browser=adding_an_object_to_the_browser
  364. 4 Saving to the Browser=saving_to_the_browser
  365. 4 Retrieving from the Browser=retrieving_from_the_browser
  366. 4 Getting Info on Browser Items=getting_info_on_browser_items
  367. 4 Editing Browser Items=editing_browser_items
  368. 4 Creating Browser Items=creating_browser_items
  369. 4 Duplicating Browser Items=duplicating_browser_items
  370. 4 Creating a Browser Directory=creating_a_browser_directory
  371. 4 Removing a Browser Directory=removing_a_browser_directory
  372. 4 Updating a Browser Directory=updating_a_browser_directory
  373. 3 Displaying the Vertical/Horizontal Timeline View=displaying_the_vertical_horizontal_timeline_view
  374. 3 Displaying the Timeline view of the Hierarchy=displaying_the_timeline_view_of_the_hierarchy
  375. 3 Setting the Hierarchy Default Display=setting_the_hierarchy_default_display
  376. 3 Moving and Zooming in a Scene
  377. 4 Moving an Area into the Perspective Window=moving_an_area_into_the_perspective_window
  378. 4 Zooming In and Out of an Area=zooming_in_and_out_of_an_area
  379. 4 Zooming to a Selection of Objects=zooming_to_a_selection_of_objects
  380. 4 Viewing Objects in Actual Size=viewing_objects_in_actual_size
  381. 4 Viewing All Objects=viewing_all_objects
  382. 4 Zooming to the Working Box=zooming_to_the_working_box
  383. 4 Choosing a View=choosing_a_view
  384. 4 Viewing Your Scene from a Preset Position=viewing_your_scene_from_a_preset_position
  385. 4 Viewing Your Scene from Two Perspectives=viewing_your_scene_from_two_perspectives
  386. 2 Working With Primitives
  387. 3 Fountain Primitive=fountain_primitive
  388. 3 Cloud Primitive=cloud_primitive
  389. 3 Fog Primitive=fog_primitive
  390. 3 Fire Primitive=fire_primitive
  391. 3 Creating Infinite Planes=creating_infinite_planes
  392. 3 Shading an Infinite Plane=shading_an_infinite_plane
  393. 3 Creating Text Objects=creating_text_objects
  394. 3 Editing Text Objects=editing_text_obj
  395. 3 Creating Formula Objects=creating_formula_objects
  396. 2 Modeling
  397. 3 Jumping Into and Out of an Object=jumping_into_and_out_of_an_object
  398. 3 Changing the Drawing Plane=changing_the_drawing_plane
  399. 3 Changing Your View of an Object=changing_your_view_of_an_object
  400. 3 Selecting an Object Preview Mode=selecting_an_object_preview_mode
  401. 3 Selecting Modeling Box Display=selecting_modeling_box_display
  402. 3 Setting Scale and Object Size=setting_scale_and_object_size
  403. 3 Setting Surface Fidelity=setting_surface_fidelity
  404. 3 Adding a Corner Point=adding_a_corner_point
  405. 3 Adding a Curve Point=adding_a_curve_point
  406. 3 Closing a Path=closing_a_path
  407. 3 Drawing a New Path=drawing_a_new_path
  408. 3 Adding Points to Either End of an Open Path=adding_points_to_either_end_of_an_open_path
  409. 3 Viewing Points on a Path=viewing_points_on_a_path
  410. 3 Selecting Points=selecting_points
  411. 3 Moving Points=moving_points
  412. 3 Adjusting a Curve=adjusting_a_curve
  413. 3 Converting Points to Curves=converting_a_point_to_a_curve
  414. 3 Converting Curves to Points=converting_a_curve_to_a_point
  415. 3 Deleting a Point=deleting_a_point
  416. 3 Deleting a Segment=deleting_a_segment
  417. 3 Adding a Point=adding_a_point
  418. 3 Drawing a Rectangular Cross Section=drawing_a_rectangular_cross_section
  419. 3 Drawing a Rounded Rectangular Cross Section=drawing_a_rounded_rectangular_cross_section
  420. 3 Drawing an Ellipse Cross Section=drawing_an_ellipse_cross_section.
  421. 3 Drawing a Polygon Cross Section=drawing_a_polygon_cross_section
  422. 3 Drawing Text on the Cross Section Pane=drawing_text_on_the_cross_section_plane
  423. 2 Modifying Objects
  424. 3 Setting Up the Drawing Plane Grid=setting_up_the_drawing_plane_grid
  425. 3 Changing the Properties of a Cross Section=changing_the_properties_of_a_cross_section
  426. 3 Rotating Shapes=rotating_shapes
  427. 3 Twisting an Object=twisting_an_object
  428. 3 Grouping and Ungrouping Shapes=grouping_shapes
  429. 3 Compounding Shapes=compounding_shapes
  430. 3 Scaling Shapes Numerically or by Dragging=scaling_shapes
  431. 3 Importing Shapes=importing_shapes
  432. 3 Importing a Path as a Sweep Path or Envelope=importing_a_path_as_a_sweep_path_or_envelope
  433. 3 Working with Cross Sections
  434. 4 Creating a New Cross Section=creating_a_new_cross_section
  435. 4 Generating Intermediate Cross Sections=generating_intermediate_cross_sections
  436. 4 Removing a Cross Section=removing_a_cross_section
  437. 4 Moving the Drawing Plane Between Sections=moving_the_drawing_plane_between_sections
  438. 4 Correspondence and Shape Numbering=correspondence_and_shape_numbering
  439. 4 Centering a Cross Section=centering_a_cross_section
  440. 3 Working with the Sweep Path
  441. 4 Choosing an Extrusion Method=choosing_an_extrusion_method
  442. 4 Straightening the Sweep Path=straightening_the_sweep_path
  443. 4 Making a Spiral Extrusion=making_a_spiral_extrusion
  444. 3 Using the Extrusion Envelope
  445. 4 Enabling the Envelope or Changing its Symmetry Constraint=enabling_the_envelope_or_changing_its_symmetry_constraint
  446. 3 Lathing
  447. 4 Creating a Lathe Object with the Extrusion Envelope=creating_a_lathe_object_with_the_extrusion_envelope
  448. 4 Lathing With a Circular Sweep Path=lathing_with_a_circular_sweep_path
  449. 2 Mesh Form Modeling
  450. 3 Editing an Existing Mesh Form Model=editing_an_existing_mesh_form_model
  451. 3 Editing an Imported Model=editing_an_imported_model
  452. 3 Setting Preferences for the Mesh Form Modeler=setting_preferences_for_the_mesh_form_modeler
  453. 3 Moving the Drawing Plane to a Preset Position=moving_the_drawing_plane_to_a_preset_position
  454. 3 Aligning the Drawing Plane with a Selection=aligning_the_drawing_plane_with_a_selection
  455. 3 Moving the Drawing Plane to the Current Viewpoint=moving_the_drawing_plane_to_the_current_viewpoint
  456. 3 Moving the Drawing Plane to a Particular Position=moving_the_drawing_plane_to_a_particular_position
  457. 3 Rotating the Drawing Plane=rotating_the_drawing_plane
  458. 3 Returning the Drawing Plane Back to its Original Position=returning_the_drawing_plane_back_to_its_original_position
  459. 3 Moving the Drawing Plane to a Polygon=moving_the_drawing_plane_to_a_polygon
  460. 3 Moving the Drawing Plane to a Vertex=moving_the_drawing_plane_to_a_vertex
  461. 3 Changing your Point of View=changing_your_point_of_view
  462. 3 Switching Preview Modes=switching_previewing_modes
  463. 3 Using the Window Controls=using_the_window_controls
  464. 3 Using the Mesh Form Drawing Plane
  465. 4 Selecting Vertices, Polygons, and Edges=selection_tool
  466. 4 Marquee Selection Tool=marquee_selection_tool
  467. 4 Camera Dolly Tool=camera_dolly_tool
  468. 4 Hand Tool=hand_tool
  469. 4 Zoom Tool=zoom_tool
  470. 4 Plane Display Tool=plane_display_tool
  471. 4 Setting the Grid for the Mesh Form Modeler=setting_the_grid_for_the_mesh_form_modeler
  472. 4 Drawing with the Polyline Tool=drawing_with_the_polyline_tool
  473. 4 Drawing with the Polymesh Primitive Tools=drawing_with_the_polymesh_primitive_tools
  474. 4 Duplicating Polymesh Objects=duplicating_polymesh_objects
  475. 4 Specifying Object Properties in the Numerical Properties tab=specifying_object_properties_in_the_numerical_properties_tab
  476. 3 Using Selections
  477. 4 Working with Selections=working_with_selections
  478. 4 Hiding Selections=hiding_selections
  479. 3 Using Vertices
  480. 4 Working with Vertices=working_with_vertices
  481. 4 Linking and Unlinking Vertices=linking_and_unlinking_vertices
  482. 4 Repositioning Vertices=repositioning_vertices
  483. 4 Moving Vertices with the Sphere of Attraction Tool=moving_vertices_with_the_sphere_of_attraction_tool
  484. 4 Welding Vertices=welding_vertices
  485. 2 Working with Polymesh Objects
  486. 3 Aligning a Vertex in One Object with the Vertex in Another=aligning_a_vertex_in_one_object_with_the_vertex_in_another
  487. 3 Aligning an Edge in One Object with the Edge in Another=aligning_an_edge_in_one_object_with_the_edge_in_another
  488. 3 Aligning a polygon in One Object with the Polygon in Another=aligning_a_polygon_in_one_object_with_the_polygon_in_another
  489. 3 Adding Thickness to an Object=adding_thickness_to_an_object
  490. 3 Creating and Filling Holes in an Object=creating_and_filling_holes_in_an_object
  491. 3 Smoothing by Adjusting the Crease Angle=smoothing_and_sharpening_edges_in_an_object
  492. 3 Smoothing Object Edges=smoothing_object_edges
  493. 3 Sharpening Object Edges=sharpening_object_edges
  494. 3 Determining an Edge
  495. s Smooth State=determining_smooth_state
  496. 3 Triangulating an Object=triangulating_an_object
  497. 3 Subdividing an Object=subdividing_an_object
  498. 3 Decimating an Object=decimating_an_object
  499. 3 Moving an Object or Selection=moving_an_object_or_selection
  500. 3 Flattening Selections=flattening_selections
  501. 3 Moving Selections to the Drawing Plane=moving_selections_to_the_drawing_plane
  502. 3 Scaling an Object or Selection=scaling_an_object_or_selection
  503. 3 Setting the Size of an Object=setting_the_size_of_an_object
  504. 3 Rotating an Object or Selection=rotating_an_object_or_selection
  505. 2 Modeling Techniques
  506. 3 Extruding and Sweeping Polygon and Polyline Cross Sections=extruding_and_sweeping_polygon_and_polyline_cross_sections
  507. 3 Modeling with Polygon and Polyline Cross Sections=modeling_with_polygon_and_polyline_cross_sections
  508. 3 Lathing with Polygon and Polyline Profiles=lathing_with_polygon_and_polyline_profiles
  509. 3 Joining Two Objects=joining_two_objects
  510. 3 Creating an Object that is the Intersection of Two Objects=creating_an_object_that_is_the_intersection_of_two_objects
  511. 3 Subtracting One Object From Another=subtracting_one_object_from_another
  512. 3 Specifying an Object
  513. s Mapping Mode=specifying_an_objects_mapping_mode
  514. 3 Defining a Custom Mapping Mode for an Object=defining_a_custom_mapping_mode
  515. 2 Deformers
  516. 3 Applying Deformers=applying_deformers
  517. 3 Controlling a Deformer Directly=controlling_a_deformer_directly
  518. 3 Atomize=atomize
  519. 3 Bend and Twist=bend_and_twist
  520. 3 Black Hole=black_hole
  521. 3 Dissolve=dissolve
  522. 3 Explode=explode
  523. 3 Formula Deformers
  524. 4 Punch=punch
  525. 4 Shatter=shatter
  526. 4 Spherical Morph=spherical_morph
  527. 4 Spike=spike
  528. 4 Stretch=stretch
  529. 4 Wave=wave
  530. 2 Shading Objects
  531. 3 Previewing Shading=previewing_shading
  532. 3 Shading an Entire Object=shading_an_entire_object
  533. 3 Applying Shaders to Channels=applying_shaders_to_channels
  534. 3 Changing the Mapping Mode=changing_the_mapping_mode
  535. 3 Working on the Master Shading Layer=working_on_the_master_shading_layer
  536. 2 Working with 3D Paint
  537. 3 Using 3D Paint Tools=to_use_3d_tools
  538. 3 Setting Brush Options=setting_brush_options
  539. 3 Painting with the Brush Tool=painting_with_the_brush_tool
  540. 3 Adding to a Brushed Shape=adding_to_a_brushed_shape
  541. 3 Importing a Brushed Shape=importing_a_brushed_shape
  542. 3 Working with Paint Shapes=working_with_paint_shapes
  543. 3 Layering=layering
  544. 3 Editing Shading in the Properties Palette=editing_shading_in_the_properties_palette
  545. 3 3D Paint Preferences=3d_paint_preferences
  546. 2 Creating Shaders
  547. 3 Setting a Color=setting_a_color
  548. 3 Setting a Value=setting_a_value
  549. 3 Choosing an Image=choosing_an_image
  550. 3 Flipping or Rotating an Image=flipping_or_rotating_an_image
  551. 3 Tiling an Image=tiling_an_image
  552. 3 Filtering an Image=filtering_an_image
  553. 3 Replacing an Image=replacing_an_image
  554. 3 Functions
  555. 4 The Cellular Function=the_cellular_function
  556. 4 The Spots Function=the_spots_function
  557. 4 The Wood Function=the_wood_function
  558. 4 The Marble Function=the_marble_function
  559. 4 The Checkers (and Stripes) Function=the_checkers_and_stripes_function
  560. 4 The Wires Function=the_wires_function
  561. 4 The Psychedelic Function=the_psychedelic_function
  562. 4 The Gradient Function=the_gradient_function
  563. 4 The Formula Function=the_formula_function
  564. 4 Using Other Components as Functions=using_other_components_as_functions
  565. 3 Displaying the Shader Editor=displaying_the_current_shader_editor
  566. 3 Designing a New Shader=designing_a_new_shader
  567. 3 Adding the Current Shader to the Browser=adding_the_current_shader_to_the_browser
  568. 3 Opening a Shader from the Browser=opening_a_shader_from_the_browser
  569. 3 Editing an Object's Primer or a Paint Shape's Shader=editing_an_objects_primer
  570. 3 Choosing a Display Mode=choosing_a_display_mode
  571. 3 Jumping Into and Out of a Subshader=jumping_into_and_out_of_a_subshader
  572. 3 Specifying a Shader Type=specifying_a_shader_type
  573. 3 Removing the Contents of a Branch=removing_the_contents_of_a_branch
  574. 3 Copying a Component to Another Channel=copying_a_component_to_another_channel
  575. 3 Copying a Subshader to Another Channel=copying_a_subshader_to_another_channel
  576. 2 Arranging Objects
  577. 3 Selecting an Arranging Tool=selecting_an_arranging_tool
  578. 3 Using the Viewing Tools=the_viewing_tools
  579. 3 Changing Display of the Grid Planes=changing_display_of_the_grid_planes
  580. 3 Changing Grid Options and Color=changing_grid_options_and_color
  581. 3 The Working Box
  582. 4 Changing Working Box Properties=working_box_properties
  583. 4 Moving the Working Box=moving_the_working_box
  584. 4 Resizing the Working Box=resizing_the_working_box
  585. 4 Orienting the Working Box with the Virtual Trackball=orienting_the_working_box_with_the_virtual_trackball
  586. 4 Positioning or Orienting the Working Box Numerically=positioning_or_orienting_the_working_box_numerically
  587. 4 Aligning the Working Box to an Object or Group=aligning_the_working_box_to_an_object_or_group
  588. 4 Aligning the Working Box on Gravity=aligning_the_working_box_on_gravity
  589. 4 Sending the Working Box to a Position=sending_the_working_box_to_a_position
  590. 3 Setting Preview Detail for the Perspective Window=setting_preview_detail_for_the_perspective_window
  591. 3 Hiding an Object=hiding_an_object
  592. 3 Naming Objects=naming_objects
  593. 3 Selecting Objects
  594. 4 Selecting Objects with the Selection Tool=selecting_objects_with_the_selection_tool
  595. 4 Selecting Objects in the Hierarchy=selecting_objects_in_the_hierarchy
  596. 4 Finding and Selecting an Object=finding_and_selecting_an_object
  597. 3 Duplicating an Object=duplicating_an_object
  598. 3 Using the Hot Point
  599. 4 Moving a Hot Point by Dragging=moving_a_hot_point_by_dragging
  600. 4 Automatically Centering a Hot Point=automatically_centering_a_hot_point
  601. 4 Moving a Hot Point Numerically=moving_a_hot_point_numerically
  602. 4 Placing the Hot Point Back in the Center of the Object=placing_the_hot_point_back_in_the_center_of_the_object
  603. 3 Positioning Objects
  604. 4 Dragging Objects=dragging_objects
  605. 4 Moving an Object Parallel to the Active Plane=moving_an_object_parallel_to_the_active_plane
  606. 4 Moving an Object Perpendicular to the Active Plane=moving_an_object_perpendicular_to_the_active_plane
  607. 4 Moving an Object Along a Specific Plane=moving_an_object_along_a_specific_plane
  608. 4 Enabling and Disabling Collision Detection=enabling_and_disabling_collision_detection
  609. 4 Nudging an Object=nudging_an_object
  610. 4 Nudging Perpendicular to the Active Plane=nudging_perpendicular_to_the_active_plane
  611. 4 Numerically Positioning Objects=numerically_positioning_objects
  612. 4 Centering an Object on the Hot Point=centering_an_object_on_the_hot_point
  613. 4 Measuring and Setting the Distance of Objects=measuring_and_setting_the_distance_of_objects
  614. 3 Resizing Objects
  615. 4 Free Resizing=free_resizing
  616. 4 Numerical Resizing=numerical_resizing
  617. 3 Orienting Objects
  618. 4 Orienting an Object with the Virtual Trackball=orienting_an_object_with_the_virtual_trackball
  619. 4 Constraining Rotation to a Plane=constraining_rotation_to_a_plane
  620. 4 Orienting an Object Numerically=orienting_an_object_numerically
  621. 4 Using the Axis Indicators=using_the_axis_indicators
  622. 4 Mirroring an Object
  623. s Orientation=mirroring_an_objects_orientation
  624. 3 Aligning Objects
  625. 4 Aligning Objects with the Working Box=aligning_objects_with_the_working_box
  626. 4 Aligning an Object with the Universe=aligning_an_object_with_the_universe
  627. 4 Aligning on Gravity=aligning_on_gravity
  628. 4 Resetting Orientation=resetting_orientation
  629. 4 Aiming Cameras and Lights=aiming_cameras_and_lights
  630. 4 Pointing a Camera or Light at an Object=pointing_a_camera_or_light_at_an_object
  631. 4 Aligning Objects Relative to One Another=aligning_objects_relative_to_one_another
  632. 3 Objects and Symmetry
  633. 4 Changing Object Symmetry=changing_the_object_symmetry
  634. 4 Flipping an Object=flipping_an_object
  635. 4 Duplicating with Symmetry=duplicating_with_symmetry
  636. 3 Shadow Casting=shadow_casting
  637. 3 Using the Counter=using_the_counter
  638. 2 Building a Scene
  639. 3 Adding an Object from Another Scene=adding_an_object_from_another_scene
  640. 3 Deleting an Object=deleting_an_object
  641. 3 Replacing a Single Object or Group=replacing_a_single_object_or_group
  642. 3 Jumping into Objects=jumping_into_objects
  643. 3 Jumping into an Object in a Separate Window=jumping_into_an_object_in_a_separate_window
  644. 3 Jumping into an Object in a Different Modeler=jumping_into_an_object_in_a_different_modeler
  645. 3 Creating a Hierarchal Structure
  646. 4 Changing Your View of the Hierarchy=changing_your_view_of_the_hierarchy
  647. 4 Navigating the Hierarchy=navigating_the_hierarchy
  648. 4 Opening or Closing a Group=opening_or_closing_a_group
  649. 4 Changing the Hierarchy Structure=changing_the_hierarchy_structure
  650. 3 Working with Groups
  651. 4 Grouping Objects=grouping_objects
  652. 4 Creating a New Group=creating_a_new_group
  653. 4 Changing the Name of a Group=changing_the_name_of_a_group
  654. 4 Adding Objects to a Group=adding_objects_to_a_group
  655. 4 Removing Objects from a Group=removing_objects_from_a_group
  656. 4 Opening and Closing Groups=opening_and_closing_groups
  657. 4 Group Bounding Boxes=group_bounding_boxes
  658. 4 Jumping In and Out of Groups=jumping_in_and_out_of_groups
  659. 3 Working with Links
  660. 4 Linking an Object to Another=linking_an_object_to_another
  661. 4 Breaking a Link=breaking_a_link
  662. 4 Applying Link Properties=applying_link_properties
  663. 4 Setting a Link Slider Control=setting_a_link_slider_control
  664. 4 Setting Axis Rotation Controls=setting_axis_rotation_controls
  665. 4 Using Direct Manipulation Controls for Link Properties=using_direct_manipulation_controls_for_link_properties
  666. 4 Setting Slider Options Directly=setting_slider_options_directly
  667. 4 Setting Rotation Controls=setting_rotation_controls
  668. 3 Modifying, Replacing, and Using Master Objects
  669. 4 Objects and Masters Tabs in the Hierarchy=objects_and_masters_tabs_in_the_hierarchy
  670. 4 Jumping into an Instance=jumping_into_an_instance
  671. 4 Modifying a Master Object=modifying_a_master_object
  672. 4 Replacing a Master Object=replacing_a_master_object
  673. 4 Using a Group as a Master Object=using_a_group_as_a_master_object
  674. 2 Working with Lights
  675. 3 Setting Ambient Light=setting_ambient_light
  676. 3 Creating New Light Source=creating_new_light_source
  677. 3 Setting Light Properties=setting_light_properties
  678. 3 Setting Common Light Characteristics=setting_common_light_characteristics
  679. 3 Setting the Direction of a Distant Light Source=setting_the_direction_of_a_distant_light_source
  680. 3 Setting Bulb Light Characteristics=setting_bulb_light_characteristics
  681. 3 Positioning and Aiming Spot Lights=positioning_and_aiming_spot_lights
  682. 3 Pointing a Light at an Object=pointing_a_light_at_an_object
  683. 3 Following an Object with a Light=following_an_object_with_a_light
  684. 3 Controlling a Spot Light Directly=controlling_a_spot_light_directly
  685. 3 Aiming a Light=aiming_a_light:
  686. 3 Moving a Light=moving_a_light
  687. 3 Checking the Light Cone Diameter at a Given Point=checking_the_light_cone_diameter_at_a_given_point
  688. 3 Changing the Light Cone Half Angle=changing_the_light_cone_half_angle
  689. 3 Changing a Light
  690. s Angular Fall-off=changing_a_lights_angular_fall-off
  691. 3 Changing a Light
  692. s Brightness=changing_a_lights_brightness
  693. 3 Setting Shadow Options for a Light=setting_shadow_options_for_a_light
  694. 3 Setting Soft Shadow Options=setting_soft_shadow_options
  695. 3 Using Gels
  696. 4 Placing a Gel on a Light=placing_a_gel_on_a_light
  697. 4 Gel Blinds Controls=gel_blinds_controls
  698. 4 Gel Formula Controls=gel_formula_controls
  699. 4 Gel Gradient Controls=gel_gradient_controls
  700. 4 Map Controls=image_map_controls
  701. 4 Loading a Map Image as a Gel=loading_a_map_image_as_a_gel
  702. 4 Setting Map Controls=setting_map_controls
  703. 4 Selecting a Movie for a Gel=selecting_a_movie_for_a_gel
  704. 4 Previewing a Movie in the Gel Tab=previewing_a_movie_in_the_gel_tab
  705. 2 Working with Cameras
  706. 3 Creating a New Camera=creating_a_new_camera
  707. 3 Setting the Camera Lens=setting_the_camera_lens
  708. 3 Positioning and Aiming Cameras in the Scene=positioning_and_aiming_cameras_in_the_scene
  709. 3 Pointing a Camera at an Object=pointing_a_camera_at_an_object
  710. 3 Following an Object with a Camera=following_an_object_with_a_camera
  711. 3 Controlling a Camera Directly=controlling_a_camera_directly
  712. 3 Displaying Direct Manipulation Controls on a Camera=displaying_direct_manipulation_controls_on_a_camera
  713. 3 Aiming a Camera=aiming_a_camera
  714. 3 Moving a Camera=moving_a_camera
  715. 3 Moving the Current Camera to a Preset Position=moving_the_current_camera_to_a_preset_position
  716. 3 Rotating the Camera Around an Object=rotating_the_camera_around_an_object
  717. 3 Panning the Camera=panning_the_camera
  718. 3 Tracking the Camera=tracking_the_camera
  719. 3 Using the Navigational Panel=using_the_navigational_panel
  720. 3 Saving Position Presets=saving_position_presets
  721. 3 Using the RealSpace Spherical Camera=using_the_realspace_spherical_camera
  722. 3 Setting IVRM spherical camera rendering output options=setting_ivrm_spherical_camera_rendering_output_options
  723. 3 Rendering with the IVRM spherical camera=rendering_with_the_ivrm_spherical_camera
  724. 2 Animating
  725. 3 Changing the Property Display in the Time Line Window=changing_the_property_display_in_the_time_line_window
  726. 3 Working in the Time Line Window
  727. 4 Expanding and Collapsing Property Hierarchies=expanding_and_collapsing_property_hierarchies
  728. 4 Scrolling and Resizing the Hierarchy Area=scrolling_and_resizing_the_hierarchy_area
  729. 4 Changing the Time Axis Scale=changing_the_time_axis_scale
  730. 4 Setting the Animation Frame Rate=setting_the_animation_frame_rate
  731. 4 Snapping to Frame Boundaries=snapping_to_frame_boundaries
  732. 4 Using the Current Time Bar=using_the_current_time_bar
  733. 4 Using the Time Edit Controller=using_the_time_edit_controller
  734. 4 Changing Render Range Start and End Times=changing_render_range_start_and_end_times
  735. 3 Using the Time Controller Toolbar
  736. 4 Displaying the Time Controller Toolbar=displaying_the_time_controller_toolbar
  737. 4 Changing the Frame Rate Using the Time Controller=changing_the_frame_rate_using_the_time_controller
  738. 4 Enabling and Disabling Interactive Mode=enabling_and_disabling_interactive_mode
  739. 4 Showing and Hiding an Object
  740. s Motion Path=showing_and_hiding_an_objects_motion_path
  741. 3 Defining Key Events=defining_key_events
  742. 3 Editing the Time Line
  743. 4 Selecting Key Event Markers=selecting_key_event_markers
  744. 4 Adding Key Events=adding_key_events
  745. 4 Removing Key Events=removing_key_events
  746. 4 Changing the Timing of Key Events=changing_the_timing_of_key_events
  747. 4 Duplicating Key Events While Dragging=duplicating_key_events_while_dragging
  748. 4 Stretching a Series of Key Events Over Time=stretching_a_series_of_key_events_over_time
  749. 4 Copying and Pasting Key Events=copying_and_pasting_key_events
  750. 4 Choosing XYZ Key Event Mode=choosing_xyz_key_event_mode
  751. 4 Using a Key Event Action=using_a_key_event_action
  752. 3 Using Tweeners
  753. 4 Applying Tweeners=applying_tweeners
  754. 4 Setting Linear Tweener Options=setting_linear_tweener_options
  755. 4 Setting Discrete Tweener Options=setting_discrete_tweener_options
  756. 4 Setting B
  757. zier Tweener Options=setting_b
  758. zier_tweener_options
  759. 4 Setting Oscillate Tweener Options=setting_oscillate_tweener_options
  760. 4 Setting a Tweener Formula=setting_a_tweener_formula
  761. 3 Using Behaviors
  762. 4 Applying a Behavior=applying_a_behavior
  763. 4 Removing a Behavior=removing_a_behavior
  764. 4 Setting Point At Options=setting_point_at_options
  765. 4 Setting Bounce Options=setting_bounce_options
  766. 4 Setting Spin Options=setting_spin_options
  767. 4 Setting Track Options=setting_track_options
  768. 3 Using Physical Forces
  769. 4 Applying Physical Effects=applying_physical_effects
  770. 4 Using Apply Physical Effects Options=using_apply_physical_effects_options
  771. 4 Setting Initial Velocity Options=setting_initial_velocity_options
  772. 4 Using Direct Manipulation Controls with Initial Velocity=using_direct_manipulation_controls_with_initial_velocity
  773. 4 Setting Directional Force Options=setting_directional_force_options
  774. 4 Using Direct Manipulation Controls with Directional Force:=using_direct_manipulation_controls_with_directional_force:
  775. 4 Setting Point Force Options=setting_point_force_options
  776. 4 Setting Rotational Force Options=setting_rotational_force_options
  777. 4 Setting Flow Force Options=setting_flow_force_options
  778. 4 Setting Damping Force Options=setting_damping_force_options
  779. 4 Setting Physics Accuracy=setting_physics_accuracy
  780. 4 Enabling and Disabling Physical Effects=enabling_and_disabling_physical_effects
  781. 5 Converting Behaviors to Key Events=converting_behaviors_to_key_events
  782. 2 Animating Techniques
  783. 3 Creating Free Form Models Whose Shapes You Want to animate=creating_free_form_models_whose_shapes_you_want_to_animate
  784. 3 Animating a Free Form Shape=animating_a_free_form_shape
  785. 3 Creating Mesh Form Models Whose Shapes You Want to Animate=creating_mesh_form_models_whose_shapes_you_want_to_animate
  786. 3 Animating a Mesh Form Shape=animating_a_mesh_form_shape
  787. 3 Animating a Volumetric Primitive Shape=animating_a_volumetric_primitive_shape
  788. 3 Animating with a Deformer=animating_with_a_deformer
  789. 3 Cloaking or Uncloaking an Object at a Specific Time=cloaking_or_uncloaking_an_object_at_a_specific_time
  790. 3 Rotoscoping
  791. 4 Synchronizing a Movie with an Animation=synchronizing_a_movie_with_an_animation
  792. 4 Looping a Movie=looping_a_movie
  793. 3 Animating Shaders
  794. 4 Animating Shaders with the Global Mix and Mix Components=animating_shaders_with_the_global_mix_and_mix_components
  795. 2 Rendering
  796. 3 How to Render=overview_of_rendering_steps
  797. 3 Setting Rendering Preferences for Individual Objects=setting_rendering_preferences_for_individual_objects
  798. 3 Setting Default Rendering Preferences=setting_default_rendering_preferences
  799. 3 Setting Scene Rendering Options=scene_settings
  800. 3 Using the Scene Settings Renderer Tab=the_scene_settings_renderer_tab
  801. 3 Using Renderers
  802. 4 Setting Draft Z-Buffer Options=setting_draft_z-buffer_options
  803. 4 Setting Adaptive Renderer Options=setting_adaptive_renderer_options
  804. 4 Setting Ray Tracer Options=setting_ray_tracer_options
  805. 4 Setting Natural Media Renderer Options=setting_natural_media_renderer_options
  806. 4 Setting Renderer Tidbits Options=setting_renderer_tidbits_options
  807. 3 Using Render Effects
  808. 4 Using Distance Fog=using_distance_fog
  809. 4 Using Cloudy Fog=using_cloudy_fog
  810. 4 Using a Reflected Background=using_a_reflected_background
  811. 4 Using a Backdrop=using_a_backdrop
  812. 4 Using a Bi-Gradient for a Background or Backdrop=using_a_bi-gradient
  813. 4 Selecting a Formula for a Background or Backdrop=selecting_a_formula_for_a_background
  814. 4 Selecting a Map for a Background or Backdrop=selecting_a_map_for_a_background_or_backdrop
  815. 4 Selecting a Movie for a Background or Backdrop=selecting_a_movie_for_a_background_or_backdrop
  816. 3 Using Filters
  817. 4 Applying a Render Filter=applying_a_render_filter
  818. 4 Setting Depth of Field Options=setting_depth_of_field_options
  819. 4 Setting Lens Flare Options=setting_lens_flare_options
  820. 4 Setting Glow Options=setting_glow_options
  821. 4 Setting Nebula Options=setting_nebula_options
  822. 4 Setting Pulsator Options=setting_pulsator_options
  823. 4 Setting Stars Options=setting_stars_options
  824. 4 Setting VarioCross Options=setting_variocross_options
  825. 4 Setting CrossScreen Options=setting_crossscreen_options
  826. 4 Setting 3D Light Cone Options=setting_3d_light_cone_options
  827. 4 Setting 3D Light Sphere Options=setting_3d_light_sphere_options
  828. 4 Identifying Which Objects Should Have an Aura=identifying_which_objects_should_have_an_aura
  829. 4 Setting Aura Options=setting_aura_options
  830. 3 Outputs
  831. 4 Setting Image Size and Resolution=setting_image_size_and_resolution
  832. 4 Limiting Rendering Time=to_limit_rendering_time
  833. 4 Framing Scenes
  834. 5 Displaying the Production Frame=displaying_the_production_frame
  835. 5 Moving the Production Frame=moving_the_production_frame
  836. 5 Resizing the Production Frame=resizing_the_production_frame
  837. 4 Using File Name Controls=using_file_name_controls
  838. 4 Using File Format Controls=using_file_format_controls
  839. 4 Choosing a Movie File Format=choosing_a_movie_file_format
  840. 4 Choosing Compression Settings=choosing_compression_settings
  841. 4 About the G-Buffer=about_the_g_buffer
  842. 4 Selecting G-Buffer Channels=selecting_g_buffer_channels
  843. 4 Using Preset Render Settings
  844. 4 Creating a New Render Preset=creating_a_new_render_preset
  845. 4 Removing Preset Render Settings=removing_preset_render_settings
  846. 4 Starting a Rendering Job=starting_a_rendering_job
  847. 3 Using the Batch Queue
  848. 4 Adding Files to the Batch Queue=adding_files_to_the_batch_queue
  849. 4 Changing Settings for a File in the Batch Queue=changing_settings_for_a_file_in_the_batch_queue
  850. 4 Starting a Batch Process=starting_a_batch_process
  851. 4 Rendering a Scene More Than Once From Different Cameras=rendering_a_scene_more_than_once_from_different_cameras
  852. 2 Post-Production
  853. 3 Setting Up a Scene to Render with a Mask=setting_up_a_scene_to_render_with_a_mask
  854. 3 Compositing Using Fractal Design Painter=compositing_using_fractal_design_painter
  855. 3 Filtering Images=filtering_images
  856. 3 Advanced Filter Techniques=advanced_filter_techniques
  857. 3 Animation Post-Production=animation_post_production
  858. 3 Printing Images=printing_images
  859. 1 Glossary
  860. 2 2D (two-dimensional)=2Dtwodi>Window2
  861. 2 3D (three-dimensional)=3Dthree>Window2
  862. 2 Alpha Channel=AlphaChan>Window2
  863. 2 Ambient Light=AmbientLi>Window2
  864. 2 Anti-aliasing=Antialias>Window2
  865. 2 Aspect Ratio=AspectRat>Window2
  866. 2 Atmospheric Effects=Atmospheri>Window2
  867. 2 Axis=AxisAhy>Window2
  868. 2 Backdrop=Backdrop>Window2
  869. zier Curve=BezierCur>Window2
  870. 2 Bit Depth=BitDepth>Window2
  871. 2 Bitmap=BitmapA>Window2
  872. 2 Bounding Box=BoundingB>Window2
  873. 2 Child=ChildAn>Window2
  874. 2 CMYK Color=CMYKColor>Window2
  875. 2 Co-planar=Coplanar>Window2
  876. 2 Complex Object=ComplexOb>Window2
  877. 2 Concentric=Concentric>Window2
  878. 2 Constrain=Constrain>Window2
  879. 2 Control Points=ControlPo>Window2
  880. 2 Cross Section=CrossSect>Window2
  881. 2 Deformers=Deformers>Window2
  882. 2 Dithering=Dithering>Window2
  883. 2 Dolly, Pan and Track=Dolly,Pan>Window2
  884. 2 Drag=DragTop>Window2
  885. 2 Dream Models=DreamMode>Window2
  886. 2 DXF=DXFAsta>Window2
  887. 2 Face=FaceThe>Window2
  888. 2 Free Form Modeler=FreeForm>Window2
  889. 2 G-Buffer (Geometry Buffer)=GBuffer>Window2
  890. 2 Global Mixer=GlobalMix>Window2
  891. 2 Global Universe=GlobalUni>Window2
  892. 2 Glow Channel=GlowChann>Window2
  893. 2 Grayscale=Grayscale>Window2
  894. 2 Group=GroupAs>Window2
  895. 2 Hierarchy=Hierarchy>Window2
  896. 2 Highlights=Highlights>Window2
  897. 2 Hot Point=HotPoint>Window2
  898. 2 Icon=IconApi>Window2
  899. 2 Jaggies=JaggiesT>Window2
  900. 2 Leading=LeadingL>Window2
  901. 2 Letter Spacing=LetterSpa>Window2
  902. 2 Links=LinksAv>Window2
  903. 2 Marquee=MarqueeW>Window2
  904. 2 Mask=MaskThe>Window2
  905. 2 Master Objects=MasterObj>Window2
  906. 2 Object Properties=ObjectPro>Window2
  907. 2 Object Scaling=ObjectSca>Window2
  908. 2 Object/Group Coordinate System=ObjectGro>Window2
  909. 2 Object=ObjectAn>Window2
  910. 2 Operator=Operator>Window2
  911. 2 Orientation=Orientatio>Window2
  912. 2 Oversampling=Oversampli>Window2
  913. 2 Path=PathThe>Window2
  914. 2 Pipeline=Pipeline>Window2
  915. 2 Pitch=PitchThe>Window2
  916. 2 Pixel (picture element)=Pixelpic>Window2
  917. 2 Pixmap=PixmapAn>Window2
  918. 2 Plane=PlaneAh>Window2
  919. 2 Point of View (also viewpoint)=PointofV>Window2
  920. 2 Point=PointAs>Window2
  921. 2 Pop-up (Fly-out) Tools=PopupFl>Window2
  922. 2 Preview=PreviewT>Window2
  923. 2 Production Frame=Production>Window2
  924. 2 Projection=Projection>Window2
  925. 2 Ray Tracing=RayTracin>Window2
  926. 2 Reference=Reference>Window2
  927. 2 Reflected Background=Reflected>Window2
  928. 2 Reflection=ReflectionG>Window2
  929. 2 Refraction=Refraction>Window2
  930. 2 Relative Alignmen=RelativeA>Window2
  931. 2 Relative Position=RelativeP>Window2
  932. 2 Render=RenderTh>Window2
  933. 2 Rendering Effects=Rendering>Window2
  934. 2 Resolution=Resolution>Window2
  935. 2 RGB Color=RGBColor>Window2
  936. 2 Roll=RollThe>Window2
  937. 2 Root=RootThe>Window2
  938. 2 Shader Component=ShaderCom>Window2
  939. 2 Shader Family=ShaderFam>Window2
  940. 2 Shape=ShapeA2>Window2
  941. 2 Text Alignment=TextAlign>Window2
  942. 2 Text Scaling=TextScali>Window2
  943. 2 Texture Map=TextureMa>Window2
  944. 2 TIFF (Tagged Image File Format)=TIFFTagg>Window2
  945. 2 Tiling=TilingTh>Window2
  946. 2 Toolbar (dockable)=Toolbard>Window2
  947. 2 Translation=Translatio>Window2
  948. 2 Translucence=Translucen>Window2
  949. 2 Universe=Universe>Window2
  950. 2 Vertex=VertexA>Window2
  951. 2 Wizards=WizardsV>Window2
  952. 2 Word Spacing=WordSpaci>Window2
  953. 2 Working Box System=WorkingBo>Window2
  954. 2 Working Box=WorkingBoS>Window2
  955. 2 Yaw=YawThea>Window2
  956. 2 Z-Buffer=ZBuffer>Window2
  957.