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#1 olorin0222

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Posted 18 February 2005 - 06:59 PM

I'm sorry if this question has been asked before, but I checked and didn't see anything on the surface... :)

What is the best/easiest way to convert W3D and Texture files to .3DS format? Is it as simple as typing .3ds into the filename? I wouldn't think so, but you never know...

I would just like to know which utilitiy or tool to use, and a brief summary on how to convert it, unless the program come with good readme, then don't waste your fingers typing up something. :)

Thanks in advance!!!!!

#2 Lavskaegge

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Posted 18 February 2005 - 07:27 PM

u need a plugin so that gmax can open the w3d. can be found here.

http://the3rdage.net/tools.php

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Posted 18 February 2005 - 07:53 PM

That Coolfile importer also works for 3ds Max. Even imports animations. Best I've found yet. :) Only thing is in 3ds max the button shows up invivisble on the top bar, but if you can find the button, it works. Hint look for the empty spot. :)

Comes with a good readme file...

#4 olorin0222

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Posted 19 February 2005 - 04:01 AM

Thanks all, I will try that.

#5 Lavskaegge

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Posted 19 February 2005 - 09:27 AM

there is a readme.. read that and learn how to make the features visable.

#6 olorin0222

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Posted 21 February 2005 - 01:19 AM

I downloaded the Coolfile W3Dimporter, and it has a great readme for GMAX, but not for 3DS format, and I can't seem to convert from gmax to 3ds.

Though, I'm not sure how much you all would be able to help me. I don't have 3D Studio, but a freeware program that can manipulate and animate 3DS models called OpenFX. So I will probably have to play around and see what I can do to figure it out.

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Posted 21 February 2005 - 03:38 AM

Use Renx(Gmax) than. At least you'll be working with the same free 3d program the rest of us are familiar with. :p

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Posted 24 February 2005 - 03:22 PM

IF NOT:download a trial of 3DS MAX 7 at discreet.com- 30 days :sleep:




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