Terraform4D user's manual

© by Cinemike

© by Think

1 Introduction

Learn more about Terraform4D!

2 Objects

Here is a list of all objects that are included with Terraform4D.

Terrain Object

2.1 Operators

Terraform4D operator objects explained.

How to add new operators to the scene

2.1.1 Basic Operator Attributes

All operators share a set of basic attributes, which are explained here:

Basic Operator attributes

Tab ‘Basic’

Tab ‘Operator’

Tab ‘Masking’

2.1.2 Generators

Generators are operators that create a new height field, adding features to the terrain.

2.1.3 Filters

Filters are operators that - instead of generating new features - change the underlying terrain, adjusting them to the artist's needs.

2.2 Shader

Terraform4D does not just generate terrain geometry, it also help shading it!

Operator Shader

3. Misc

More Terraform4D features...

4 Appendix

Additional information

Assigning keyboard shortcuts
How to assign keyboard shortcuts to commands in Cinema 4D.
Cienma 4D's object system / Object order
How to avoid lagging and delayed refresh or interdependent objects.
Installation & activation
How to install and activate Terraform4D.
End User License Agreement

5 Credits

Concept, design & development

Frank Willeke

TF4D logo design

Markus ‘Think’ Schnell

Icon design

Frank Willeke

Blend mode icon design

Mike ‘MikeA’ Abbott
Frank Willeke

Documentation review & editorial

Steve ‘Darth Mole’ Jarratt
Michael ‘Cinemike’ Auerbach
Markus ‘Think’ Schnell
Mike ‘MikeA’ Abbott

Beta testing

Markus ‘Think’ Schnell
Michael ‘Cinemike’ Auerbach
Mike ‘MikeA’ Abbott
Lubomir ‘bezo’ Bezek
Alexander ‘RenderGerd’ D.
Steve ‘Darth Mole’ Jarratt
David Angelini

Example renderings

Michael ‘Cinemike’ Auerbach
Markus ‘Think’ Schnell
Alexander ‘RenderGerd’ D.
Steve ‘Darth Mole’ Jarratt

Special thanks

My bumblebee 🐝, for your love, support, and trust