UPDATES

v1.0.1 (10/13/2024)

• NEW FEATURE: Added option to apply all modifiers within the tool.
  

Depth Map Batch Tutorials

Title	Video Link
Playlist of Tutorials Here's where you can go to see all the latest tutorials released about Depth Map Batch.	All Tutorials (click here)
Intro to zForm Here's a quick intro for zForm and what the tool does.	Intro to zForm (click here)
Installing and Getting Started with zForm Here's a guide on installing and getting started with the tool.	Installing and Getting Started (click here)

Installation

1. Download the Addon: Obtain the latest version of zForm from the official repository.
2. Install in Blender:
   • Open Blender and navigate to Edit > Preferences.
   • Click on the Add-ons tab.
   • Click the Install... button and select the downloaded zForm .zip file.
   • Enable the addon by checking the box next to zForm.

How to Use zForm

Step 1: Prepare Your Images

Ensure you have an image file (PNG or JPG) and its corresponding depth map (also in PNG or JPG format).

Step 2: Access the Addon

In Blender, go to the 3D Viewport.

Press N to open the sidebar if it's not already visible.

Locate the zForm panel in the sidebar.

Step 3: Import Your Files

1. Click on the Import Image button within the zForm panel.
2. Select your image file to load it into the scene.
3. Next, click on the Import Depth Map button.
4. Choose the corresponding depth map file to import.

Step 4: Configure Mesh Properties

Adjust the following parameters in the zForm panel:

• Subdivision Level: Controls the smoothness of the mesh.
• Smooth Factor: Determines how smooth the surfaces appear.
• Depth Strength: Adjusts the depth effect applied to the mesh.

Step 5: Set Material Properties (Optional)

Under the material settings section, you can fine-tune:

• Metallic: Adjust the metal-like appearance of the material.
• Roughness: Control the surface texture.
• IOR (Index of Refraction): Modify how light interacts with the material.

Step 6: Generate the 3D Mesh

After configuring the desired settings, click the Apply Depth Map button. The addon will create a 3D mesh based on the imported image and depth map.

Step 7: View and Edit Your Mesh

Switch between different views (front, side, top) using the options in the zForm panel to examine your 3D model. You can further edit the mesh using Blender’s modeling tools.

Installation

1. Download the Addon: Obtain the latest version of zForm from the official repository.
2. Install in Blender:
   • Open Blender and navigate to Edit > Preferences.
   • Click on the Add-ons tab.
   • Click the Install... button and select the downloaded zForm .zip file.
   • Enable the addon by checking the box next to zForm.

How to Use zForm

Step 1: Prepare Your Images

Ensure you have an image file (PNG or JPG) and its corresponding depth map (also in PNG or JPG format).

Step 2: Access the Addon

In Blender, go to the 3D Viewport.

Press N to open the sidebar if it's not already visible.

Locate the zForm panel in the sidebar.

Step 3: Import Your Files

1. Click on the Import Image button within the zForm panel.
2. Select your image file to load it into the scene.
3. Next, click on the Import Depth Map button.
4. Choose the corresponding depth map file to import.

Step 4: Configure Mesh Properties

Adjust the following parameters in the zForm panel:

• Subdivision Level: Controls the smoothness of the mesh.
• Smooth Factor: Determines how smooth the surfaces appear.
• Depth Strength: Adjusts the depth effect applied to the mesh.

Step 5: Set Material Properties (Optional)

Under the material settings section, you can fine-tune:

• Metallic: Adjust the metal-like appearance of the material.
• Roughness: Control the surface texture.
• IOR (Index of Refraction): Modify how light interacts with the material.

Step 6: Generate the 3D Mesh

After configuring the desired settings, click the Generate Mesh button. The addon will create a 3D mesh based on the imported image and depth map.

Step 7: View and Edit Your Mesh

Switch between different views (front, side, top) using the options in the zForm panel to examine your 3D model. You can further edit the mesh using Blender’s modeling tools.