Paint tool with groups and layers
-
I'm having trouble understanding how grouping and layers impact the paint bucket tool. As a test I created a cube on Layer 0. Then I grouped it and put the group on Layer 1. Edges and faces are still on Layer 0. But when I select the object and try to paint it, nothing happens. It doesn't matter which layer is active.
-
Hi Scott,
It is completely indifferent, what layer you place things on (unless you set to "Colour by Layer). The difference lies in whether you paint the group/component as a whole, from "outside" - or paint its geometry "inside" (while editing it). Incidentally, I have a little tutorial on this here: http://sketchucation.com/resources/tutorials/37-beginner/139-texturing-a-component-vs-its-faces-inside
Now if you cannot see the grouped object receiving the material (if I understand you correctly), you may be modelling in monochrome mode. You should go to model in shaded or better shaded with textures mode (View menu > Face styles).
If still no materials, there must be something wrong with your system.
Hello! It looks like you're interested in this conversation, but you don't have an account yet.
Getting fed up of having to scroll through the same posts each visit? When you register for an account, you'll always come back to exactly where you were before, and choose to be notified of new replies (either via email, or push notification). You'll also be able to save bookmarks and upvote posts to show your appreciation to other community members.
With your input, this post could be even better 💗
Register Login
Advertisement