Substance Painter is a powerful tool for 3D painting and texturing, and importing OBJ files is a common task for many artists. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you import OBJ files into Substance Painter.
Step 1: Open Substance Painter
Launch Substance Painter on your computer. If you don't have it installed, you can download it from the official website.
Step 2: Create a New Project
Once Substance Painter is open, create a new project or open an existing one where you want to import the OBJ file.
Step 3: Import OBJ File
Click on the 'File' menu at the top left corner of the screen and select 'New' to import a new mesh. Then, choose 'Import' and navigate to the location of your OBJ file on your computer. Select the OBJ file and click 'Open' to import it into Substance Painter.
Step 4: Adjust Import Settings
After importing the OBJ file, a dialog box will appear with import settings. You can adjust the import scale, position, and orientation of the OBJ file to fit your project requirements. Once you're satisfied with the settings, click 'OK' to proceed.
Step 5: Start Painting and Texturing
Now that the OBJ file is imported into Substance Painter, you can start 3D painting and texturing on the model. Use the various painting tools, materials, and textures available in Substance Painter to bring your 3D model to life.
Step 6: Export the Final Textures
Once you've completed painting and texturing your OBJ file, you can export the final textures from Substance Painter. Click on the 'File' menu and select 'Export textures' to save your work in the desired file format.
By following these simple steps, you can easily import OBJ files into Substance Painter and begin the 3D painting and texturing process. Substance Painter provides a powerful and intuitive platform for artists to create stunning 3D artwork, and importing OBJ files is just the beginning of the creative journey.