CorelDream 3D 8 Features
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Streamlined User Interface
New Flat-Look User Interface: CorelDREAM 3D 8 sports a streamlined, uncluttered interface for greater ease of use.
Improved Connectivity
New VRML and 3DMF Support: Support for Virtual Reality Modeling Language (VRML) import and export and 3DMF makes it easy to publish to the Web.
Scene Creation and Navigation
Scene Wizard: The Scene Wizard helps users create interesting scenes. It includes Logo, Indoor, Outdoor and Photo Studio templates. Easier Scene Navigation: Interactive Dolly, Pan and Track tools help users navigate through the scene.
Hierarchy View
Hierarchy View: The Hierarchy View includes an Effects tab for intuitive management of effects.
3D Model Creation
3D Object Creation Tools: Managing and modifying 3D objects is easy with object links (lock, slider, axis, shaft, ball joint, 2D plane and custom) and deformation tools (Stretch, Shatter, Bend and Twist and Scale XYZ). Enhanced Object Browser: Directory tabs and the ability to open/close files in the Object Browser are available. Versatile Shaders: To improve texture mapping on 3D models, users can choose Global Mix Shaders along with a Glow Shader Channel.
Rendering
Rendering Reflected Backgrounds: Users can achieve more realistic rendering effects with reflected backgrounds. Other Features: Other rendering features include preset render settings, more control over ambient light, and new Cloudy Fog Atmosphere and Backdrop.
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