EXPORTING XGEN TO OBJ: A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
If you're working with XGen in your 3D modeling or animation projects, you may need to export the generated hair and fur to OBJ format for use in other software or game engines. In this article, we'll walk you through the process of exporting XGen to OBJ in a few simple steps.
Step 1: Prepare Your XGen Collection
Before exporting, make sure you have your XGen collection ready. This includes grooming your hair or fur using XGen's tools and modifiers to achieve the desired look.
Step 2: Convert the XGen Collection to Guides
In order to export your XGen collection to OBJ, you'll need to convert the description to guides. This can be done by selecting your XGen collection in the Attribute Editor, navigating to the Guides tab, and clicking 'Convert.'
Step 3: Export the Guides as OBJ
Once your XGen collection has been converted to guides, it's time to export them as OBJ. In the XGen Interactive Grooming window, go to File > Export Selection and choose OBJ as the file format. Make sure to specify the export settings such as scale, orientation, and file name.
Step 4: Import the OBJ into Your Desired Software
After exporting the guides as OBJ, you can now import the file into your desired software or game engine. This can be done by using the import function specific to the software you're working with, such as Maya, Blender, Unity, or Unreal Engine.
Step 5: Adjust and Fine-Tune as Needed
Once your XGen collection has been exported and imported into the new software or game engine, you may need to make adjustments and fine-tune the hair or fur to fit your project's requirements. This can involve tweaking the material, texture, or density of the hair/fur.
By following these steps, you can easily export your XGen hair and fur to OBJ format and seamlessly incorporate it into your 3D modeling or game development pipeline. Whether you're creating realistic character hair, animal fur, or any other type of hair/fur simulation, knowing how to export XGen to OBJ will give you the flexibility to work across different platforms and software applications.
