Unique Fabrics 2 - 03 The Basics

In this video series you will learn all the features, tips, and tricks we have to offer for using Unique Fabrics Shader and Merchant Resource 2 pack on Daz 3D: https://www.daz3d.com/unique-fabrics-...

In this Section you will learn the basics of working with Shaders from terminology with examples to taking an in depth look at a model and it's UV Map. We will also be covering how to use the included Shader Presets to quickly retexture an outfit in multiple different ways. If you are experienced in Daz Studio, please feel free to skip to 00:38:30 (the Skip Point) to get straight into experimenting with the Shaders.

To find specific information in the video, please see the Video Guide below or use the Chapters at the bottom of this post or within the video.

Video Guide:

03 - Getting Started: The Basics
00:00:00 Welcome - What We are going to Cover
00:00:55 Quick Overview of all 20 Patterns (Pattern Key Reminder)
00:09:13 Useful Terminology with Visual Aides
00:09:51 What is a Tiling Texture/Shader?
00:10:20 What is a Shader Preset?
00:11:00 What is a Material Preset?
00:12:00 How to View the UVMapping of an Item in Daz Studio
00:12:20 What is a UV/UV Map
00:12:42 Putting it All Together (3D Models, UVs, Surfaces, etc)
00:15:06 Getting More In Depth with UVMapping, Textures, and Tiling Textures
00:15:15 Looking at a Model with it's UV Map in UV Mapper Pro
00:17:28 Looking at the UV Template with No Texture
00:17:36 Adding a UV Checker to the UV Template/Model
00:18:04 Viewing a 2D Texture on the Model (Without the Template Saved Over it)
00:21:15 What is the Difference between a Texture Map and a Tiling Texture
00:24:08 A Little Discussion about Seams
00:26:42 Where to Get More Information/Help
00:28:08 Working with the Surface Tab and Surface Selection Tool
00:28:20 Working with the Surface Selection Tool
00:28:50 Selecting Multiple Surfaces (Extra Tip)
00:33:00 Copying a Surface and Pasting it to another Surface (Extra Tip)
00:36:40 Ways to Remove/Change the Surface Selection Tool Outline (Extra Tip)
00:38:30 Working with the Presets (Skip Point for those Comfortable in Daz Studio)
00:39:00 Working with the Clear All and Clear Partial Utility Shaders
00:39:40 Fixing Clothing Looking Shredded/Cut Up (Problem Solution Tip)
00:41:38 Using the Clear All Utility Shader
00:42:28 Using the Clear Partial 1 Utility Shader
00:44:04 Using the Clear Partial 2 Utility Shader
00:47:38 Using the Clear Partial 3 Utility Shader
00:49:00 Applying a Shader Preset to a Surface
00:49:40 Why does the Tiling Look Different on Different Materials/Surfaces (Problem Solution Tip)
00:52:44 Adjusting the Pattern Scale
00:54:35 Switching the Texture After Adjusting Scale
00:57:35 Adjusting the Pattern Positioning (Extra Tip)
00:59:34 Best Viewport DrawStyle to Adjust Positioning (Extra Tip)
01:08:20 Putting Everything We Learned Together
01:08:50 Fixing an Issue When the Color Isn't Showing Correctly (Problem Solution Tip)
01:18:55 Why didn't the Color Change After Clicking a Color Preset (Problem Solution Tip)
01:20:04 What to Expect From Part 4 and Brief Recap

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