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SpookedPuppet
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Bumpmap/Normalmap not working Apr 26, 2023 17:07:11 GMT -5

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Post by SpookedPuppet on Apr 26, 2023 17:07:11 GMT -5

Hi!

So I'm having some trouble making bumpmaps/normalmaps.
I've followed some tutorials, but I just can't seem to get it right!

Whenever I import the bumpmap and test it ingame, either nothing happens - or it makes my sim character disappear in cas. The texture doesnt do anything to the garment in the sims 4 studio cas either...
I've tried making my own + using this website... cpetry.github.io/NormalMap-Online/ I'm kinda confused! Any help will be greatly appreciated!

photos.app.goo.gl/dgm3M5VHDyyp7RjA7 This is just a test I did on a normalmap (I know its kind of messy). I have some troubles changing it to a bumpmap in photoshop too for some reason

I just want to do this right so I can make a good normal/bumpmap!!

And also while I'm here! What is the best method for creating a good looking bumpmap with fabric? I'm not that good in photoshop, but I wanna make my tops look a little more alive then they currently do:P

Edit:

Okay so I tried a new method using the Nvidia texture thing, but my sim is still glowing in game?? ._.
I can see that there might be something wrong with my bumpmap. It might be bc I didnt copy/paste it the right way in photoshop in channels

photos.app.goo.gl/QcwVpcDomTSku2Ak8

Last Edit: Apr 26, 2023 19:40:04 GMT -5 by SpookedPuppet

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Bumpmap/Normalmap not working Apr 26, 2023 20:17:22 GMT -5 SpookedPuppet likes this

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Post by BokchoiJo on Apr 26, 2023 20:17:22 GMT -5

Hello, the normal map your sharing is mostly plain & doesn't have any detail in it that's why it doesn't show any difference in the model.
Normal map is usually used to add detail like wrinkles or cloth fiber. If you want some detail you could maybe model the wrinkles in your 3d package or if you know how to use zbrush you can sculpt it using alpha. If you want cloth fiber you can google it, there's plenty of free one.

One last thing, sims 4 bump map is a bit different from other bump map. Make sure you copy each channel correctly following the bump map tutorial in this forum. And don't forget the specular map too.

Not everything needs a bump map. Sometimes you could just add detail from the diffuse texture itself like adding highlight & shadow, adding stitches & button.

Last Edit: Apr 26, 2023 20:24:09 GMT -5 by BokchoiJo

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Bumpmap/Normalmap not working Apr 27, 2023 2:02:41 GMT -5 SpookedPuppet likes this

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Post by mauvemorn on Apr 27, 2023 2:02:41 GMT -5

Hi. Agreed with everything above, but want to specify that only the diffuse map can be previewed in s4s, other maps cannot be
Also, I think you are saving the file with the wrong settings, so the alpha channel is not preserved and the body looks « shiny »

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Bumpmap/Normalmap not working Apr 27, 2023 10:04:06 GMT -5

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Post by SpookedPuppet on Apr 27, 2023 10:04:06 GMT -5

Apr 27, 2023 2:02:41 GMT -5 mauvemorn said:

Hi. Agreed with everything above, but want to specify that only the diffuse map can be previewed in s4s, other maps cannot be
Also, I think you are saving the file with the wrong settings, so the alpha channel is not preserved and the body looks « shiny »

Alrighty!

How do I change these settings?

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Bumpmap/Normalmap not working Apr 27, 2023 10:05:54 GMT -5 BokchoiJo likes this

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Post by SpookedPuppet on Apr 27, 2023 10:05:54 GMT -5

Apr 26, 2023 20:17:22 GMT -5 BokchoiJo said:

Hello, the normal map your sharing is mostly plain & doesn't have any detail in it that's why it doesn't show any difference in the model.
Normal map is usually used to add detail like wrinkles or cloth fiber. If you want some detail you could maybe model the wrinkles in your 3d package or if you know how to use zbrush you can sculpt it using alpha. If you want cloth fiber you can google it, there's plenty of free one.

One last thing, sims 4 bump map is a bit different from other bump map. Make sure you copy each channel correctly following the bump map tutorial in this forum. And don't forget the specular map too.

Not everything needs a bump map. Sometimes you could just add detail from the diffuse texture itself like adding highlight & shadow, adding stitches & button.

Thanks for the feedback! I'll keep this in mind:)

I'm not really used to making my normal maps manually, so thats why I'm kinda struggling!:S

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