Reducing Save File Size
Previously, the issue of file size increasing when saving caused difficulties for users. Every time a file was merged or XRef’d, unnecessary data such as animation layers, note tracks, or note keys would be saved. This accumulation of data led to large file sizes and reduced performance. However, with version 2024.2, when you save a file, unnecessary data is now detected and removed from the archive.
Improved Retopology Performance
The underlying algorithm for Retopology, Autodesk ReForm, has been updated in this version. This update provides stability and improves processing times by up to 30%.
USD for 3ds Max 0.5 Plug-in
The Universal Scene Description (USD) Plug-in support in 3ds Max has been updated to help artists seamlessly work with USD in their 3ds Max workflow. The latest version 0.5.0 of the USD plugin for 3ds Max includes important bug fixes, support for MaterialX, and improvements in Export dialogs.
Volume Select Modifier
The performance of the Volume Select Modifier has been significantly improved, making it up to 10 times faster and delivering immediate results. Additionally, Material ID and Sm parameters can now be animated, allowing for changes to selected elements at different points on the timeline.
