Asset Editor Mode
The Asset Editor mode (🛋️ icon in the Global Sidebar) is Fater's dedicated environment for generating 3D assets using AI-powered reconstruction techniques.
Purpose
Use this mode when you need to:
Create 3D models from a series of 2D images (e.g., product photos, scans).
Generate variations or initial forms for 3D objects based on AI models.
View and manage the 3D assets within your Fater project.
Key Areas in the Asset Editor
When you switch to Asset Editor mode, the Fater interface adapts for 3D workflows:
Main Workspace Area (Center):
3D Canvas (
AssetCanvas): This is your interactive 3D viewport. It displays the generated assets, allowing you to navigate (orbit, pan, zoom) and manipulate selected assets using transform gizmos. A ground grid is usually visible for reference.
Left Sidebar (AI Configuration):
Model Selector: Choose the AI model for 3D reconstruction (e.g., the model currently available uses source images).
Model Parameters: Adjust settings specific to the selected 3D reconstruction model.
Source Image Input: Upload the multiple 2D images required by the reconstruction model using the
GenericImageInputcomponent.Seed Control: Set the random seed for generation, if applicable to the model.
Right Sidebar (Content & Settings):
Assets Tab: This tab lists all the 3D assets present in your project. You can select assets, manage their basic properties (name, visibility, lock, transform mode), duplicate, or delete them from this list. (See Managing 3D Assets (WIP))
Settings Tab: Interact with the Agent (AI Assistant) for help or potential future 3D-related functions. (See Interacting with the Assistant)
(The Layers Tab is typically less relevant in this mode unless source images are being prepared there first).
Floating Prompt Area (Bottom Center):
Prompt Input: Enter text prompts. (The specific role of the prompt may vary depending on the 3D model – it might influence style, texture, or object type). Supports voice input.
Generate Button: Initiate the 3D asset generation process using the selected model, parameters, source images, and prompt.
Generation Task List: Displays thumbnails of recent 3D asset generation tasks. Clicking a thumbnail typically selects the corresponding asset in the Assets Tab and potentially focuses the view in the
AssetCanvas.
Core Activities in Asset Editor Mode:
Uploading source images for 3D reconstruction.
Configuring and running 3D AI generation models.
Viewing generated 3D assets in an interactive canvas.
Managing the list of project assets (naming, deleting, etc.).
Basic transformation (moving, rotating, scaling) of generated assets in the 3D view.
This mode allows you to leverage AI for creating 3D content directly within your Fater projects.
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