Glider Posted June 8, 2008 Posted June 8, 2008 Simple question I'm sure but one that seems to be eluding me...: I am extremely impressed with this software but am having an issue with decal setting onto a model. If I position the decal it sets and looks great. If i save the model for later use, the decals are gone when I re-open the model and I can't figure out why. The file name of the decal still shows in the decals folder, but the image no longer appears on the model. To use the decal in the choreography, I have to first open the model, then open a new choreography, then re-apply the decals individually and then choreograph the production. Not impossible for some simple projects, but mind numbing for the decal heavy animations... Any advice? Quote
Hash Fellow robcat2075 Posted June 9, 2008 Hash Fellow Posted June 9, 2008 post a model on which this has happened. don't forget the decal. Quote
Glider Posted June 9, 2008 Author Posted June 9, 2008 I appreciate any advice. I have a feeling it's a simple fix, but here goes: This is a simple model used to illustrate an aircraft instrument (it doesn't matter which model I load, they're all turning out with the same problem.) The decal names are showing up in the model info, but nowhere to be seen.... new to the forum concept so I hope this model shows up! Vor1.mdl Quote
MasterFunk Posted June 9, 2008 Posted June 9, 2008 Make sure you are applying the decals in the model window and not in the choreography window. Thats what it sounded like you were doing wrong. Quote
Glider Posted June 9, 2008 Author Posted June 9, 2008 Tried that too... Initially I am completing the model (including decals) before I even begin the choreography. Usually, I'll chip away at the model over a few days, and when it's all done, I'll decal it. Next day, open it up and no decals showing on the model, in choreography, or when rendered to a file for viewing...... Quote
NancyGormezano Posted June 9, 2008 Posted June 9, 2008 I notice that your image file (for the decal) is named something like vorparts.002-001.png Try renaming the image files to vorparts002-001.png The extra "." might be the problem Quote
Glider Posted June 9, 2008 Author Posted June 9, 2008 Great catch! Worked like a charm. It also explained why it was an intermittent problem. The program I normally use to create my own decals exported it with that little glitch. The few times I used a different draw/paint utility it worked. A very frustrating problem solved. Thanks a bunch!! Quote
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