Rendering
General rendering techniques and optimization
How to convert bitmap textures to TX format for rendering with Arnold in 3ds Max
Learn how to batch-convert bitmap textures (JPG, PNG, TIF) to the memory-efficient TX format for Arnold in 3ds Max. This guide covers using Mads Drøschler's MAXScript utilities to speed up rendering and optimize memory usage without manually swapping assets.
How to "Package" a 3ds Max file to Super Renders Farm?
Learn two simple ways to package your 3ds Max projects for seamless rendering at Super Renders Farm. Whether using Resource Collector or the Archive tool, ensure all your assets are included and ready for the cloud.
How to Fix: Cannot see Corona VFB when Rendering
Learn how to fix the missing Corona Frame Buffer (VFB) window during rendering. This guide provides step-by-step instructions to verify your Render Setup and Frame Buffer settings, specifically for early 1.x versions of Corona Renderer
How to Fix Common C4D Errors or Failed Jobs
Learn how to avoid costly rendering mistakes in Cinema 4D. This guide covers essential tips on managing textures, assets, relative paths, FPS settings, and naming conventions to ensure successful render outputs.
Quick Tiles Map Plugin for 3ds Max Released
Quick Tiles is a new 3ds Max plugin designed to create large, non-repetitive tile and brick areas by automatically extracting individual elements from existing textures. Compatible with V-Ray, Corona, and FStorm.
How to Optimize Performance in Very Large 3ds Max Scenes
Struggling with lagging viewports or crashes in 3ds Max? Discover essential techniques for managing 1GB+ scenes, from local workflow shifts to geometry optimization and proxy usage
How to convert bitmap textures to TX format for rendering with Arnold in 3ds Max
Learn how to convert bitmap textures (JPG, PNG, TIF) to the memory-efficient .TX format for Arnold in 3ds Max. This optimization speeds up rendering and reduces memory usage by loading only necessary texture tiles at render time.
5 Essential Add-ons to Make Blender Render Faster in 2025: Workflow Speed, Real-World Tests & Studio Insights
Discover the top 5 Blender add-ons that make Blender render faster in 2025—studio-tested, optimized for Cycles and Eevee performance, and proven to boost productivity. Stop wasting time on long renders!
10 Tricks for Better Houdini FLIP Fluid Simulations
Explore 10 essential hacks from FuseFX artist Kevin Pinga to create faster, more flexible, and realistic FLIP fluid simulations in Houdini, from sourcing with POP nodes to post-simulation tweaks.
V-Ray Materials Appear Black in 3ds Max Viewports: Fixes & Causes
Are your V-Ray materials showing up as pitch black in the 3ds Max viewport? This common issue can disrupt your workflow. Discover the primary causes—from preference corruption to driver updates—and learn 5 proven solutions to restore your textures.