Poser is a 3D software rendering engine that can depict a human figure in a rather life-like form by being three-dimensional. This program allows an easy interface for renderers. Usually, 3D renderers use other modeling software like 3DS Max or Maya to model the human figure then use the Poser software to modify the model.
If you’re already half-way through completion of your human figure, you can create various looks for your figure by modifying the hair. In real life, hair can change a person’s appearance tremendously. It would be the same with 3D figures. Poser can accomplish that task. Read on to have the know-how on modifying hair using the program.
* Start the Poser program. If you made the figure using other types of modeling software, open Poser program and load the figure on the screen by using the “import” tool. If you already made your figure using the Poser program, just open the file and load it. Once the figure is loaded, change the view into face camera. This way, you are focused on the hair.
* Choose a hairstyle. Before modifying the hair, you need to select the growth hair guide. This guide will tell you how the hair is going to grow. Some renderers use pre-designed hair styles that are presets in the program. Switch to the “hair room” and click on the pull down menus for hair. Once you click on a preset style, your figure should automatically update. You may use the hair style tool as well. This tool has the options of designing the hair by bending, shaping and even twisting it.
* Adjust the length of the hair. You can adjust the length of the hair by using the hair length parameters. If you want to have it longer, use the length variance parameter. Adjust how the hair grows by pulling it back, down or pulling it at the side. It would depend on your preference.
* Control the density of the hair. Hair looks better when it is densely populated. Check the selection “show populated” to display on screen how thick the hair would appear. Adjust the density by using the hair density level. Move the level to the right to increase the density and move the level to the left to decrease it. Generally, density controls how many hair strands your model should have.
Another control under the “show populated parameters" is the kink strength. This gives you the freedom to modify how straight or curly the hair can be. The clumpiness control shows how the hair is clumped together. Remember that hair doesn’t really clump together unless it is held by a tie or a ribbon.
* Control dynamics. Hair dynamics pertain to the movement of the hair you want your figure to have. For example, you want hair to fall flat on its face then you can increase or decrease the gravity level.
As long as you have a particular hair style in mind, modifying your model’s hair would be an easy breeze. Just remember to be as close to real life when modifying the hair and be very patient when working on the controls – it takes a lot of time to modify these details. Lastly, never forget to save your work! Click on the “save” button from time to time, the last thing you want is losing your hard work.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
How To Resize Animated GIFs
Resizing your animated GIF images shouldn’t be a big problem. In fact, a number of programs are currently available in the market. Some of them are for free. Others are a bit pricey. You just have to consider some factors in order to choose the best one for your resizing need.
Understand that an animated GIF file is composed of a few or numerous static frames or GIFs. They have been combined or put together to load automatically and sequentially. The effect creates an illusion that the image is actually moving. In other words, an animated GIF file is made up of cartoons. They are essentially small. The individual frames or GIFs have to be similar in size. Otherwise, the animation is not going to work efficiently.
In order to resize the animated GIF images, you have to adjust all of them. You have to make sure that all of their proportions are kept uniform. The program that you are going to use has to split them into their respective components, adjust them to your desired size, and then, put them together again.
Here are the instructions on how you can properly resize animated GIFs:
* Go online and visit gifworks.com.
* Check out the tool bar. Access the menu that reads “Free On-Line GIF Tools”.
* Select “File”. From the drop-down menu, choose “File Open”.
* Expect to read two prompts. You are going to be instructed to choose from two uploading methods. The first prompt advises you to fetch a particular GIF through a remote source. The second prompt encourages you to upload it straight from your computer’s hard drive. If the GIF file is found on-line, type its exact URL. After that, select the tab that reads “Fetch Image”. On the other hand, if the said GIF file is stored in your computer’s hard drive, choose “Browse”. Then, start finding the file’s exact location. Once you have found it, click it so you can upload it immediately.
* Expect your GIF file to load promptly. You should readily see it on your computer screen. After you have seen your GIF file, check out its attributes. Note them down, if necessary.
* Start your resizing process by clicking “Edit” and selecting “Resize/Crop”. Another drop-down menu is going to show up. From there, choose “Resize”.
* After choosing “Resize”, a new window is going to pop out. From the various tabs from that new window, click “Constrain Proportions”. This is going to allow you to maintain your GIF file’s ratio (width-to-height). In short, you can keep your GIF file’s original proportion even if adjustments were already taken. By the way, if the new window isn’t there, check out your computer’s pop-up blocker. You should turn it off.
* Indicate your preferred adjustments to your GIF file’s height or width. Once everything has been set, select “OK”.
* Choose “OK” one more time so you can load your GIF file’s resized image into the original window.
* From the menu, select “File” and then, “Save”.
Even though the procedure is no sweat, be cautious in decreasing or increasing the size of your GIF file. You may end up losing its inherent sharpness.
Understand that an animated GIF file is composed of a few or numerous static frames or GIFs. They have been combined or put together to load automatically and sequentially. The effect creates an illusion that the image is actually moving. In other words, an animated GIF file is made up of cartoons. They are essentially small. The individual frames or GIFs have to be similar in size. Otherwise, the animation is not going to work efficiently.
In order to resize the animated GIF images, you have to adjust all of them. You have to make sure that all of their proportions are kept uniform. The program that you are going to use has to split them into their respective components, adjust them to your desired size, and then, put them together again.
Here are the instructions on how you can properly resize animated GIFs:
* Go online and visit gifworks.com.
* Check out the tool bar. Access the menu that reads “Free On-Line GIF Tools”.
* Select “File”. From the drop-down menu, choose “File Open”.
* Expect to read two prompts. You are going to be instructed to choose from two uploading methods. The first prompt advises you to fetch a particular GIF through a remote source. The second prompt encourages you to upload it straight from your computer’s hard drive. If the GIF file is found on-line, type its exact URL. After that, select the tab that reads “Fetch Image”. On the other hand, if the said GIF file is stored in your computer’s hard drive, choose “Browse”. Then, start finding the file’s exact location. Once you have found it, click it so you can upload it immediately.
* Expect your GIF file to load promptly. You should readily see it on your computer screen. After you have seen your GIF file, check out its attributes. Note them down, if necessary.
* Start your resizing process by clicking “Edit” and selecting “Resize/Crop”. Another drop-down menu is going to show up. From there, choose “Resize”.
* After choosing “Resize”, a new window is going to pop out. From the various tabs from that new window, click “Constrain Proportions”. This is going to allow you to maintain your GIF file’s ratio (width-to-height). In short, you can keep your GIF file’s original proportion even if adjustments were already taken. By the way, if the new window isn’t there, check out your computer’s pop-up blocker. You should turn it off.
* Indicate your preferred adjustments to your GIF file’s height or width. Once everything has been set, select “OK”.
* Choose “OK” one more time so you can load your GIF file’s resized image into the original window.
* From the menu, select “File” and then, “Save”.
Even though the procedure is no sweat, be cautious in decreasing or increasing the size of your GIF file. You may end up losing its inherent sharpness.
How To Publish an Animated GIF from Flash
Flash animations are the best ways to entertain and inform the audience in terms of any subject. However, the problem is that it is not always accessible to people who do not have Flash plug-in or in places where it is impossible to upload the Flash SWF. Good thing is that with an animated GIF, you can make your own Flash animations easily accessible to everyone. Plus, publishing it from Flash is just easy. Check out how you can do this yourself:
* Navigate to Publish Settings in the Flash program. Go on File and then click on "Publish Settings". A window will appear for you where you need to start changing settings for the GIF for publishing. Once the window is open, go to Formats and then check on GIF Image. Then, click the tab indicating GIF at the top corner of "Publish Settings" window.
* Choose the right size for your animated GIF. In the GIF tab, you will notice that "Match Movie" is checked. Do not change this if you prefer to publish the image in the same size of the Flash movie. Otherwise, change the size and enter the pixel height and width that you prefer. Avoid distorting the image by taking note of the ration of the size of the original movie.
* Establish the animation playback of the GIF. Choose "Animated", which you can see in the "Playback" options. This will set the movie to publish in a frame by frame setting as a GIF animation.
* Enter the playback options of your animated GIF. Choose "Loop Continuously" to make the animated GIF playing indefinitely when published. However, you can also set it to repeat by indicating how many times you want the animated GIF to play.
* Set other options for your animated GIF publication. Optimize the color of the GIF to remove unused colors so that the image size will be reduced. Set "Dither Solids" so that the colors will be mixed in the current existing palette. Other options you have to set up are Interlace, Smooth, and Remove Gradients. Set all of them very well so that your animated GIF will be published at its best quality.
* Set the transparency options for the GIF. The "Transparency" menu will offer you various options to apply on your animated GIF. Choose "Transparent" if you prefer the background to be transparent. Choose "Opaque" if you wish the background to be a fully solid color. Lastly, choose "Alpha" to set the opacity of the GIF from a range of zero to 255.
* Choose the correct palette type to display the image. Set the GIF image to Web 216 so that the image will use standard colors to work for all web browsers. Pick "Adaptive" so the program will build a new color palette that is based on the components of the image. Then, choose "Web Snap Adaptive" to let the program change the colors as close to the 216 palette as possible. The last one is "Custom" where you can create your own color palette.
* Publish the animated GIF once everything is set. Publish the image by simply saving the settings you have changed. Then, go to File and click on "Publish". An easier way to do this is to use "Publish Settings" window. Click the "Publish" icon from the window and your animated GIF is all set and good to go.
The process of publishing animated GIF from Flash is easy. From now on, you can distribute Flash animations to a larger population the easier way.
* Navigate to Publish Settings in the Flash program. Go on File and then click on "Publish Settings". A window will appear for you where you need to start changing settings for the GIF for publishing. Once the window is open, go to Formats and then check on GIF Image. Then, click the tab indicating GIF at the top corner of "Publish Settings" window.
* Choose the right size for your animated GIF. In the GIF tab, you will notice that "Match Movie" is checked. Do not change this if you prefer to publish the image in the same size of the Flash movie. Otherwise, change the size and enter the pixel height and width that you prefer. Avoid distorting the image by taking note of the ration of the size of the original movie.
* Establish the animation playback of the GIF. Choose "Animated", which you can see in the "Playback" options. This will set the movie to publish in a frame by frame setting as a GIF animation.
* Enter the playback options of your animated GIF. Choose "Loop Continuously" to make the animated GIF playing indefinitely when published. However, you can also set it to repeat by indicating how many times you want the animated GIF to play.
* Set other options for your animated GIF publication. Optimize the color of the GIF to remove unused colors so that the image size will be reduced. Set "Dither Solids" so that the colors will be mixed in the current existing palette. Other options you have to set up are Interlace, Smooth, and Remove Gradients. Set all of them very well so that your animated GIF will be published at its best quality.
* Set the transparency options for the GIF. The "Transparency" menu will offer you various options to apply on your animated GIF. Choose "Transparent" if you prefer the background to be transparent. Choose "Opaque" if you wish the background to be a fully solid color. Lastly, choose "Alpha" to set the opacity of the GIF from a range of zero to 255.
* Choose the correct palette type to display the image. Set the GIF image to Web 216 so that the image will use standard colors to work for all web browsers. Pick "Adaptive" so the program will build a new color palette that is based on the components of the image. Then, choose "Web Snap Adaptive" to let the program change the colors as close to the 216 palette as possible. The last one is "Custom" where you can create your own color palette.
* Publish the animated GIF once everything is set. Publish the image by simply saving the settings you have changed. Then, go to File and click on "Publish". An easier way to do this is to use "Publish Settings" window. Click the "Publish" icon from the window and your animated GIF is all set and good to go.
The process of publishing animated GIF from Flash is easy. From now on, you can distribute Flash animations to a larger population the easier way.
How To Save a Flash 8 Video
Flash has become the standard format for web videos. This is because flash videos, as they are aptly called, have superior quality and can be easily loaded. The only problem with flash videos is that they are not downloadable, which means they can’t be saved in the hard drive. But there are ways to get around it. In this article, we will discuss the ways to manually save Flash 8 videos.
* Save the video through Internet Explorer. Simply go to “Tools” and select “Internet Options.” Click the “General” tab. Select “Settings” under the “Temporary Internet Files” heading. Then choose “View Files.” Select “View Details” and “Arrange Icons By Internet Address.” Look for the video file you wish to save. Especially if the computer lists a number of video files under the website you’d want to save a video from , you need to check the file. If you are sure it is the right video, right-click the file and select “Copy.” Go to the location in which you want to save the video. Right-click and choose “Paste.” The video will be automatically saved in the folder as a .swf file.
* Use Mozilla Firefox. Saving a flash video can also be done with Mozilla Firefox. Do this by going to “Tools.” Then select “Page Info.” Click the “Media” tab. This will list all the files that you accessed, including flash videos. Look for the video you want to save, which is saved as a .swf file. Press “Save As.” Then choose a location in which you want to save the flash video. Finish by clicking the “Save” button.
* Use downloader websites. There are several of these websites, and one of the most commonly used is KeepVid. To use, simply access the website and paste the web address of the video you want to save in the provided field. Click the “Download” button. The “Download links” box will appear. Click the “Download” hyperlink beside the flash video file. Then save the video file in your preferred location.
* Install downloader software. Two examples of downloader applications are Freecorder4 and Save Flash . While some of the downloader applications are available for free (as in the case of Freecorder4), many are not (such as Save Flash). If you want, you can take advantage of the free trial version before paying for the actual software. Make sure to pick wisely which downloader to use, because your choice will definitely determine the quality of your downloading experience. If you can’t decide which to choose, consider reading testimonials and reviews.
So you see, there are several ways to save flash videos, whether they’re from YouTube or any other websites. Just make sure that the websites from which you will download videos are clean and virus-free. The same goes for the downloader applications that you want to use. For your protection, always keep your security level high and ensure the credibility of the websites and applications you are accessing. Remember, viruses are pretty good at disguising nowadays, so you have to be really vigilant.
* Save the video through Internet Explorer. Simply go to “Tools” and select “Internet Options.” Click the “General” tab. Select “Settings” under the “Temporary Internet Files” heading. Then choose “View Files.” Select “View Details” and “Arrange Icons By Internet Address.” Look for the video file you wish to save. Especially if the computer lists a number of video files under the website you’d want to save a video from , you need to check the file. If you are sure it is the right video, right-click the file and select “Copy.” Go to the location in which you want to save the video. Right-click and choose “Paste.” The video will be automatically saved in the folder as a .swf file.
* Use Mozilla Firefox. Saving a flash video can also be done with Mozilla Firefox. Do this by going to “Tools.” Then select “Page Info.” Click the “Media” tab. This will list all the files that you accessed, including flash videos. Look for the video you want to save, which is saved as a .swf file. Press “Save As.” Then choose a location in which you want to save the flash video. Finish by clicking the “Save” button.
* Use downloader websites. There are several of these websites, and one of the most commonly used is KeepVid. To use, simply access the website and paste the web address of the video you want to save in the provided field. Click the “Download” button. The “Download links” box will appear. Click the “Download” hyperlink beside the flash video file. Then save the video file in your preferred location.
* Install downloader software. Two examples of downloader applications are Freecorder4 and Save Flash . While some of the downloader applications are available for free (as in the case of Freecorder4), many are not (such as Save Flash). If you want, you can take advantage of the free trial version before paying for the actual software. Make sure to pick wisely which downloader to use, because your choice will definitely determine the quality of your downloading experience. If you can’t decide which to choose, consider reading testimonials and reviews.
So you see, there are several ways to save flash videos, whether they’re from YouTube or any other websites. Just make sure that the websites from which you will download videos are clean and virus-free. The same goes for the downloader applications that you want to use. For your protection, always keep your security level high and ensure the credibility of the websites and applications you are accessing. Remember, viruses are pretty good at disguising nowadays, so you have to be really vigilant.
How To Select Tools in Autodesk Maya
Animation using computers is modern technology’s answer to cartoons. Before the use of computer, graphic artists will draw images on paper and make a rapid display to mimic movement. Today, graphic artists use computers and sophisticated software to create animated slides. The speed of the moving frames dictates the movement of the characters within the animation.
If you are interested in pursuing animation as a craft or a hobby, there is a wide range of computer software that you can use. One of the easier animation programs is the Autodesk Maya. Autodesk Maya works for Linux, Windows and even Macintosh based operating system. Autodesk Maya is developed by Autodesk, Incorporated that is based in the United States.
Before you begin to use Autodesk Maya, you will need to install it on your computer. Follow the installation procedures that comes with your purchased software. If you encounter any problem during the installation, check out Autodesk’s website for trouble-shooting guides. Familiarize yourself with the user interface of the program before you begin.
* The most basic part of learning how to use Autodesk Maya is the select tools. Learn and practice how to use this utility, as you will need this later on.
* Locate the software among the list of your computer’s application. If you have newly installed the software, you can create a shortcut on your desktop by right clicking on the icon and selecting “Create shortcut”. Agree on the prompt that the shortcut will be placed on your desktop. Double click the icon to launch and open the Autodesk Maya software.
* Alternatively, you can locate the Autodesk Maya software by clicking on the “Programs” found when you click the “Start” button at the lower left corner of your screen. Choose the software and open it.
* You will need to place an object in your grid in order for you to select the tool to activate. If you are playing around the program, simply place an object on the grid. Once an object is available, click on the “Display” menu that is found on the upper portion of the menu panel. Select the “UI Elements” among the choices and you will see a “Tool Box” in the options. Then click on the “Tool Box” so that the panel will be displayed in your screen.
* Play around with the object by choosing any tool that is available on the menu panel. An object is important, as you will be working on it. In some cases, you will not be able to use a specific tool on your object. Don’t worry. You can still use these tools for some other tasks.
Once you are familiar with the select tools, you can begin working on a small project. Be patient as animation takes time to master. Use your imagination to make a creative and interesting animation project. Remember to save your project after every few minutes so as not to lose your progress. Join online forums of amateur animators so that you can have online help on your project. Share tips and tricks on what you have discovered and learn from other people.
If you are interested in pursuing animation as a craft or a hobby, there is a wide range of computer software that you can use. One of the easier animation programs is the Autodesk Maya. Autodesk Maya works for Linux, Windows and even Macintosh based operating system. Autodesk Maya is developed by Autodesk, Incorporated that is based in the United States.
Before you begin to use Autodesk Maya, you will need to install it on your computer. Follow the installation procedures that comes with your purchased software. If you encounter any problem during the installation, check out Autodesk’s website for trouble-shooting guides. Familiarize yourself with the user interface of the program before you begin.
* The most basic part of learning how to use Autodesk Maya is the select tools. Learn and practice how to use this utility, as you will need this later on.
* Locate the software among the list of your computer’s application. If you have newly installed the software, you can create a shortcut on your desktop by right clicking on the icon and selecting “Create shortcut”. Agree on the prompt that the shortcut will be placed on your desktop. Double click the icon to launch and open the Autodesk Maya software.
* Alternatively, you can locate the Autodesk Maya software by clicking on the “Programs” found when you click the “Start” button at the lower left corner of your screen. Choose the software and open it.
* You will need to place an object in your grid in order for you to select the tool to activate. If you are playing around the program, simply place an object on the grid. Once an object is available, click on the “Display” menu that is found on the upper portion of the menu panel. Select the “UI Elements” among the choices and you will see a “Tool Box” in the options. Then click on the “Tool Box” so that the panel will be displayed in your screen.
* Play around with the object by choosing any tool that is available on the menu panel. An object is important, as you will be working on it. In some cases, you will not be able to use a specific tool on your object. Don’t worry. You can still use these tools for some other tasks.
Once you are familiar with the select tools, you can begin working on a small project. Be patient as animation takes time to master. Use your imagination to make a creative and interesting animation project. Remember to save your project after every few minutes so as not to lose your progress. Join online forums of amateur animators so that you can have online help on your project. Share tips and tricks on what you have discovered and learn from other people.
How To Set Collision for Poser Clothing
Aside from technology, fashion is also one of the trendiest things in today’s society. From the drawings or sketches in the drawing book of the fashion artist, to the hand holding the threads and needles, and finally to the body of a human model. If you’ve been following America’s Next Top Model, you can see real human models wearing designed clothing as they make their way on the catwalk. Aside from human models, mannequins are also commonly used in displaying those designed garments. A fashion boutique would not survive without one. If you combined technology and fashion, then you get Poser models.
Poser models are just like mannequins. The only difference between the two is that Poser models are virtually made. Poser is a 3D animation system that represents a human model in 3 dimensional forms. Its primary purpose is to portray or animate a figure, just like what mannequins would do. So, designs are made through the hands of a computer designer, with a click of a mouse, and a creative mind.
The fashion design doesn’t need to undergo sketches. If you are planning to use Poser as a medium for designs, you should have broad knowledge about the software. It contains a wide variety of functions to choose from, and one of which is collision. Collision functions like a buffer zone in the middle of two colliding objects. Think of it as a gap so the two objects won’t touch. By adjusting the Collision, the designer can prevent poke-through, and make the clothing more realistic and stand out. With a higher setting, the object will minimize poke-through but causes the cloth to become static. A lower configuration increases the risk of poke-through, but causes the cloth to be more fluid or natural. Below are some guidelines on how to set the collision for poser clothing.
* Select a character. As you start Poser, your first task will be to pick a character that will be used on the scene. Next, select clothing for your chosen character. A list of available clothing can be found in Poser’s library prop section. Add the selected prop and place it in the scene. Position it carefully so it fully covers the character. Afterwards, go to “Windows” and select “Animation Controls.”
* Drag the arrow for Animation Controls towards the last frame. Before going to the Cloth Room, pose the character and select New Simulation. Don’t change the “sim_1” name (which is the default); mark both checkboxes for Object Polygon and Object Vertex. Also, select the box for Cloth Self-collision. When these are selected, it causes the selected clothing to wrinkle and crinkle together rather than distort when the objects bump together.
* Next, choose OK and close the dialog box for New Simulation. Thereafter, click the Clothify button. When this button is activated, it converts the props or objects into dynamic clothing. Select the entire area of the character’s body from the Current Collision Object, which automatically forms the clothing to the shape of the character’s body.
* Set Collision depth and offset. By default, digital clothes have no depth. But, if you set values for Collision depth and offset (say, 0.5), the appearance changes. The value for depth is the distance from the skin to the clothing. The value for offset provides depth between the exterior environment and the clothing. The result, depending on the values you input, will appear realistic.
* Lastly, ignore all three Collisions boxes. The function of these commands will save the computer from processing time since the extremities (e.g., feet, hands, head) are not touched by the clothing.
Settings for the Collision function in Poser are an essential aspect of designing a realistic 3D model. Make sure you exercise creativity when playing around with this function.
Poser models are just like mannequins. The only difference between the two is that Poser models are virtually made. Poser is a 3D animation system that represents a human model in 3 dimensional forms. Its primary purpose is to portray or animate a figure, just like what mannequins would do. So, designs are made through the hands of a computer designer, with a click of a mouse, and a creative mind.
The fashion design doesn’t need to undergo sketches. If you are planning to use Poser as a medium for designs, you should have broad knowledge about the software. It contains a wide variety of functions to choose from, and one of which is collision. Collision functions like a buffer zone in the middle of two colliding objects. Think of it as a gap so the two objects won’t touch. By adjusting the Collision, the designer can prevent poke-through, and make the clothing more realistic and stand out. With a higher setting, the object will minimize poke-through but causes the cloth to become static. A lower configuration increases the risk of poke-through, but causes the cloth to be more fluid or natural. Below are some guidelines on how to set the collision for poser clothing.
* Select a character. As you start Poser, your first task will be to pick a character that will be used on the scene. Next, select clothing for your chosen character. A list of available clothing can be found in Poser’s library prop section. Add the selected prop and place it in the scene. Position it carefully so it fully covers the character. Afterwards, go to “Windows” and select “Animation Controls.”
* Drag the arrow for Animation Controls towards the last frame. Before going to the Cloth Room, pose the character and select New Simulation. Don’t change the “sim_1” name (which is the default); mark both checkboxes for Object Polygon and Object Vertex. Also, select the box for Cloth Self-collision. When these are selected, it causes the selected clothing to wrinkle and crinkle together rather than distort when the objects bump together.
* Next, choose OK and close the dialog box for New Simulation. Thereafter, click the Clothify button. When this button is activated, it converts the props or objects into dynamic clothing. Select the entire area of the character’s body from the Current Collision Object, which automatically forms the clothing to the shape of the character’s body.
* Set Collision depth and offset. By default, digital clothes have no depth. But, if you set values for Collision depth and offset (say, 0.5), the appearance changes. The value for depth is the distance from the skin to the clothing. The value for offset provides depth between the exterior environment and the clothing. The result, depending on the values you input, will appear realistic.
* Lastly, ignore all three Collisions boxes. The function of these commands will save the computer from processing time since the extremities (e.g., feet, hands, head) are not touched by the clothing.
Settings for the Collision function in Poser are an essential aspect of designing a realistic 3D model. Make sure you exercise creativity when playing around with this function.
How To See 3D Buildings in Google Earth
A new innovation from Google Earth application allows you to explore big cities in a more realistic setting. This is a very useful application that is free for anyone who can download it. The 3D experience will definitely change the way you see your favorite cities. It shows more accuracy that will make reference on areas easier and more convenient.
Follow these steps to experience the full use of this application and see buildings in 3D.
* Secure your Internet connection and download this application. Google search engine will direct you to it. However, this is the link where it can directly be downloaded: earth.google.com. After you have downloaded it, prepare for its installation. Launch the application afterwards.
* Take note that only big cities are under this advantage. This is because only the big cities around the world are the only ones who have more buildings.
* Locate the layers menu in Google Earth. Find it in the lower left side portion of the screen. There shouldn’t be any trouble for you locating it. Click on that menu. There is an entry that says “3D buildings” select it along with options like 'Photorealistic' and 'Gray'. If your screen has a lot of clutter and appears to be confusing, uncheck other layers. As a shortcut, press 'Ctrl + Alt + B' (or + Option + B' on the Mac) for the sidebar to automatically appears.
* Depending on your Internet speed, the buildings may appear one by one in matter of time. They have to be downloaded. This may take a minute or two especially when there is a lot of structures and buildings in that particular area. One by one the buildings are being downloaded.
* Change your camera angle. Do this to have a clearer view of the city that you would like to see. To do this, press the shift key while dragging the mouse down or pushing the ‘down’ button. Explore other angle and direction by rotating the mouse and directing it to that angle. Press the appropriate buttons while the shift key is being pressed.
* Try visiting the Google 3D warehouse. Thousands of 3D models have been uploaded by people for viewing purposes to be used in Google Earth. To view these numerous 3D images, click on the 3D Warehouse network link. The 3D Warehouse is a feature of the Google Earth. It has to be downloaded for the program. Before using the 3D Warehouse, check first if it is checked in the places panel. However, be warned that not all models that you can find on 3D Warehouse are accurate and appropriate. Some did not even pass the criteria of Google Earth and some are just plain duplicates of previously made 3D structures. There are even fantasy models that are made to entertain people.
Thanks to the technological advancement of the Google graphics, we are provided by a clearer and more realistic view of the biggest cities in the world. From Tokyo to Chicago, ordinary Internet users can be introduced and can experience a visual traveling treat better than before.
Follow these steps to experience the full use of this application and see buildings in 3D.
* Secure your Internet connection and download this application. Google search engine will direct you to it. However, this is the link where it can directly be downloaded: earth.google.com. After you have downloaded it, prepare for its installation. Launch the application afterwards.
* Take note that only big cities are under this advantage. This is because only the big cities around the world are the only ones who have more buildings.
* Locate the layers menu in Google Earth. Find it in the lower left side portion of the screen. There shouldn’t be any trouble for you locating it. Click on that menu. There is an entry that says “3D buildings” select it along with options like 'Photorealistic' and 'Gray'. If your screen has a lot of clutter and appears to be confusing, uncheck other layers. As a shortcut, press 'Ctrl + Alt + B' (or + Option + B' on the Mac) for the sidebar to automatically appears.
* Depending on your Internet speed, the buildings may appear one by one in matter of time. They have to be downloaded. This may take a minute or two especially when there is a lot of structures and buildings in that particular area. One by one the buildings are being downloaded.
* Change your camera angle. Do this to have a clearer view of the city that you would like to see. To do this, press the shift key while dragging the mouse down or pushing the ‘down’ button. Explore other angle and direction by rotating the mouse and directing it to that angle. Press the appropriate buttons while the shift key is being pressed.
* Try visiting the Google 3D warehouse. Thousands of 3D models have been uploaded by people for viewing purposes to be used in Google Earth. To view these numerous 3D images, click on the 3D Warehouse network link. The 3D Warehouse is a feature of the Google Earth. It has to be downloaded for the program. Before using the 3D Warehouse, check first if it is checked in the places panel. However, be warned that not all models that you can find on 3D Warehouse are accurate and appropriate. Some did not even pass the criteria of Google Earth and some are just plain duplicates of previously made 3D structures. There are even fantasy models that are made to entertain people.
Thanks to the technological advancement of the Google graphics, we are provided by a clearer and more realistic view of the biggest cities in the world. From Tokyo to Chicago, ordinary Internet users can be introduced and can experience a visual traveling treat better than before.
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