FAQ

My material shows a seam when it tiles

In step 3, make Seam size a bit larger and create the material again; check the result with Offset preview first. For a photo, straightening it with Crop & perspective before creating also helps a lot. In the 3D view, raise Repeat in the view options to spot a seam more easily.

The color map has light and shadow in it

In Tweak, raise Delight on the COL default layer. For a strong case, use the Remove lighting and shadows preset in step 2 before creating the material.

My material has no metalness map

Only materials PBRgen recognizes as metal get one. To add it anyway, use the + after the Tweak tabs and pick Base Metalness.

Where are my materials saved?

In your library, automatically, as you work. They're tied to your account, so you see them on any computer you sign in on.

Which 3D software can I use?

Any software that works with PBR textures. Every download has the maps as PNG files, plus a MaterialX and a USD file that most 3D software can open. For Blender there's an importer that sets the whole material up. See Export.

Can I use my materials commercially?

With a paid plan, yes. The free plan is for personal use. See Credits and plans.

Why is 4K grayed out?

4K materials need a paid plan.

Something went wrong or takes very long

Busy moments can make creating a material slower, especially at 4K; it carries on in the background, so you can keep working. If a step fails, its credits are given back. If it keeps happening, tell us with Send feedback at the bottom right of the 3D view.

Does PBRgen work on a phone or tablet?

Everything works, but PBRgen is made for a bigger screen. For the best experience, use a computer.

I have a question that isn't here

Ask us on Discord or book a call: both are under Explore, at the bottom of the library column. You can also watch our tutorials on YouTube.