3D Max Modeling: Tips and Tricks

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Hey I'm starting this thread for everyone learning to model =), including me. Hopefully people can get answers for their questions on modeling here. To get things started, here is my question.

Q: Is there a way to change the color of the space around* the model? Because when I render a model the background is always black for some reason.
 
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yes, you click:

render - environment

from there you can change your background colour, or even add a background image.
 
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Ive made an animation with 3dmax and im curious if there is a way I can view the animation or export it into a video format ?
 
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hit F10 to bring up your render options, select your output destination, and choose an AMV or whatever format you want it to be, along with the resolution.
 
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Awsome, =) ok 1 last question for today =)


Q2: Is there a way to lengthen the animation timeline?
 
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Q3: Does anyone know how to make a "Shiny" material that reflects light with somewhat of a glare?
 
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in the material properties, you need to adjust its Specular and Gloss properties.

for very complext reflections and the like, you should study raytracing techniques.
 
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How can i combine 2 different shapes/objects into 1 object/1layer
 
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first no matter what prog you use.... RTFM read the ****ing manual ;)
 
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meh =p but i know just about all the basics of modeling already =p I just need to know how to group 2 seperate objects. =p

I tried putting them in the same layer.

Naming them the same..

selecting both then clickin weld =|

ect ect

btw could u private message me your email "privately plz" o_O?
 
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to make 2 objects one u have to use attach not weld
however, this will not connect those two objects. This will only 'group' them ;)
 

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