mike-o's max help thread

[mike-0]

I decided to make a thread with my dumb modeling questions.

Dumb modeling question number one-

OK, i made a box texture thats 128x64 pixels. My model demensions for the side i applied the texture to are 128x64. However, when i apply the texture to the poly, i just get this

[kleinluka]

UVW Map modifier = <3

in english:

apply a UVW mapping modifier to your model. Right now it doesn't have any mapping coordinates so it doesn't know how to apply the texture onto the mesh.

After that apply a UVW Unwrap modifier and go into edit mode if you want to do further more detailed changes

[OL]

also you need to click the little button in your material browser to display it in the viewport.

[mike-0]

where do i get / how do i use said uvw map modifier

[OL]

drop down modifier menu on your right panel

[Farles]

huho, I think someone's gonna need to check my UVmapping tutorial...

http://www.interlopers.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2173

[mike-0]

where can i get a gmax to exp converter or something? i need to be able to compile my models for hl2 without pirating or buying anything.

[ReNo]

I've a basic question of my own - editable mesh or editable poly? I dunno which I should be using, so does it make any noticeable difference?

[von*ferret]

edit poly is a billion more times stronger.

[ReNo]

LOL, thanks for that "technical" advice I'll follow it anyway though, ta

[mike-0]

where can i get a gmax to exp converter or something? i need to be able to compile my models for hl2 without pirating or buying anything.

[Fullauto]

I prefer editable poly, it keeps the model cleaner while you're working on it, less confusing

mike-0, I don't think so, you'll probably have to export to md3 (Q3 format) then convert in milkshape :/

Props for not wanting to pirate anything btw

[mike-0]

im suffering from messed up viewports in gmax

thats what happens when i either load it up. it's fully loaded, i can select different viewports and stuff, but i cant see anything.

[patriot]

Try changing video driver. If your not using it already I'd reccomend DirectX, if you are already try something different.

Customize - Prefrences - Viewports - Choose Driver - Restart Max

[mike-0]

it fixed itself after a while (====8