Introduction
3D Studio Max, often abbreviated as 3D Max or 3ds MAX, is a PC based 3D modeling, rendering, and production software developed by Discreet Company (later merged by Autodesk Company). Its predecessor was the 3D Studio series software based on the DOS operating system. Before the emergence of Windows NT, industrial grade CG production was monopolized by SGI graphics workstations. The emergence of the 3D Studio Max+Windows NT combination suddenly lowered the threshold for CG production, starting with animation production in computer games, and then further participating in special effects production in film and television films, such as X-Men II, and finally Samurai. After Discreet 3Ds max 7, it was officially renamed as Autodesk 3ds Max. The latest version is 3ds max 2022。
Outstanding features
1. Low configuration requirements based on PC systems;
2. Installing plugins can provide features that 3D Studio Max does not have (such as hair functionality not provided before 3DS Max 6) and enhance the original functionality;
3. Strong character animation production ability;
4. Stackable modeling steps provide great flexibility in making models。
Software Applications
In terms of application scope, it is widely used in fields such as advertising, film and television, industrial design, architectural design, 3D animation, multimedia production, games, and engineering visualization
Switching method
Right click on the icon and add "/Language=CHS" to the icon shortcut. For example, "D: Autodesk 3dMax 2014 3dsmax. exe"/Language=CHS. Note that there must be a space before/.
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Software advantages
Cost-effective
Firstly, the 3DS MAX has a very good performance to price ratio, and the powerful features it provides far exceed its own low price. Ordinary production companies can afford it, which can greatly reduce the production cost of works. Moreover, its hardware system requirements are relatively low, and ordinary configurations can already meet the needs of learning. This is also a concern for every software user.
Easy to communicate
Once again, it has the largest number of users in China, making it easy to communicate and offering numerous tutorials. With the popularity of the Internet, forums about 3D MAX are also quite popular in China.
Easy to get started with
Secondly, the issue that beginners are more concerned about is whether 3D MAX is easy to get started. You can rest assured that the production process of 3D MAX is very simple and efficient, which can help you get started quickly. Therefore, don't be intimidated by its many commands for now. As long as you have a clear operation idea, it is very easy to get started. In later versions, the operability is also very simple, and the optimization of the operation is more conducive to beginners' learning.
Three-dimensional animation
Track View has made many improvements according to the needs of Animator, such as a new layout, so Animator are determined to use 3ds Max to carry out tasks and activities. Improved the way keys are selected and structured in the editor through new tools for manipulating key values and time. By utilizing the copy/paste/reset function in the motion panel and the ability to quickly select tracks in the list controller, usability has been improved. Data driven information can be added to the scene. Edit paragraphs, words, or individual letters.
When you copy text from a Microsoft Word document, 3ds Max also retains information such as font theme, font style, and font style, simplifying the workflow from 2D to 3D. Now, you can apply textures, animations, and effects as objects to text, automatically updating when the text content changes. In addition, when searching for fonts, font styles will be displayed. Provides a powerful preset system (including chamfering and animation presets). You can add presets to your favorites list or share them with other users. With the help of custom value strings, custom information text can be displayed.
Track View has made many improvements according to the needs of Animator, such as a new layout, so Animator are determined to use 3ds Max to carry out tasks and activities. Improved the way keys are selected and structured in the editor through new tools for manipulating key values and time. By utilizing the copy/paste/reset function in the motion panel and the ability to quickly select tracks in the list controller, usability has been improved. Data driven information can be added to the scene. Edit paragraphs, words, or individual letters.
When you copy text from a Microsoft Word document, 3ds Max also retains information such as font theme, font style, and font style, simplifying the workflow from 2D to 3D. Now, you can apply textures, animations, and effects as objects to text, automatically updating when the text content changes. In addition, when searching for fonts, font styles will be displayed. Provides a powerful preset system (including chamfering and animation presets). You can add presets to your favorites list or share them with other users. With the help of custom value strings, custom information text can be displayed.
3D Modeling and Texturing
The updated Boolean values are double precision, providing more reliable results. It is easy to add and remove operands, sort or create nested 'Boolean operations'. Now, the Chamfer Profile modifier also includes the same chamfer controls as the Enhanced Text tool, allowing artists to create the required chamfers or use the same presets as the Enhanced Text tool.
UV mapping (enhanced functionality) has improved performance, resulting in a 5-10 fold increase in UV navigation and editing speed. Solved key user requests, improved texture creation performance, visual feedback, and workflow efficiency. The toolset is more consistent, simplifying editing and predictable operations, and eliminating unnecessary steps.
Object Tools (Enhancements) The enhanced ability to select and manipulate objects makes modeling, animation, and other tasks more efficient and creative. The main features include: Artists can now directly use the work axis without having to go to the "Hierarchy" panel through "Fixed Work Axis". Local alignment is a new axis alignment method that attempts to align each axis in a row to obtain more predictable results when applying different transformations to sub object selection. It is located in the "Reference Coordinate System" drop-down menu on the main toolbar. A single hotkey can open a mode for you to select the desired sub object. Add point-to-point selection function, just hold down the Shift key to use it. If the selected elements are not adjacent, a point-to-point selection with preview function can accurately see the elements you will be selecting.
Text and shape decals can be created using static or animated 2D objects to create decals and text based graphics. By removing the baking step, elements can maintain interaction and link to the original object. This new feature can automatically reflect font changes, content revisions, and shape updates. In addition, without leaving the 3ds Max project, you can use objects as masks to create custom decals and shapes.
RENDER
Autodesk Raytracer Renderer (ART) The all-new ART is a physics based fast renderer that is the perfect choice for designing visual workflows in Revit, Inventor, Fusion 360, and other Autodesk applications. ART has efficient settings, its CPU operation is independent of graphics cards, and it is excellent for using image based lighting. Therefore, it can quickly provide realistic effects for most industries, products, and outdoor rendering of buildings. With IES and photometric lighting support in Revit, you can create very accurate images of building scenes.
Dynamics and Effects
Easy import of simulated data Autodesk CFD ordering customers can now visualize how data changes over time through the 3ds Max lighting and rendering tools. Max Creation Graph is suitable for people outside of programmers and can be used to animate simulated data in CFD,. CSV, or OpenVDB formats. Apply rendering styles. Apply CFD velocity field. Create an air volume spline animation to utilize accurate data for realistic demonstrations.
