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Genies Tools Blender Add-on

Genies Tools Blender add-on gives users access to powerful tool our internal team uses to help get assets ready to bring into the Genies app.

Genies Tool

Currently, our tool runs a preliminary check on models to make sure they meet they clear the initial criteria for optimized app performance. These checks include:

  • Looking for excessive polygon counts and n-gons
  • Cleans the mesh of issues such as non-manifold geometry
  • Removes excess materials
  • Corrects UV map names and makes sure everything is on one UDIM

We have plans to expand the capabilities of this add-on to assists with user development of avatars and experiences

Download​

Download here: genies_tools.zip

How to Install​

Download the Add-on​

Download the add-on and store it in a location that’s easy to find.

We need to figure out where users can download the add-on.

Edit Preferences​

In Blender, Go to Preferences by selecting Edit > Preferences.

Edit Preferences

Install Menu​

In the Add-on window (left panel), click Install (top right).

Addons Install

Install Add-on​

Navigate to the genies_tool.zip file. Click Install Add-on.

File Browser

Register Add-on​

Type Genies in the search bar (top left). Click the box next to Interface: Genies Tools.

Register Add-on

How to Use​

Check Model​

When you’re ready to submit your model, navigate to the Genies Viewport Tab and click the Check Model button.

Check

Errors​

If there are corrections that need to be made, the user will get a list of what needs to be done.

Error

Automatic Fixes​

Some fixes are automated and will be applied to the user’s model. (It’s not necessary but, if you are curious, the Info window will print out a log of these changes).

Fixes

Success​

When the user’s model is ready to submit, they will receive a “SUCCESS!” notification.

Success