(LightWorks functionality is available with Only with the LightWorks Plug-in)
Each material has five categories of parameters you can set: Pattern, Reflectance, Transparency, Texture and Wrapping. Not all categories are used for each material, only those that are relevant.For more information on Materials HDR, HDRI, Luminances and all other LightWorks.
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In the Preview section, you can change the shape and orientation of the preview object. Under Options, you can toggle the display of the preview object or desk. If Auto Update is checked, the preview will update each time a change is made (otherwise you must click the Preview button).
The toolbar on the right side of the editor allows you to specify the elements of the preview.
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