The information in this article applies to:
I have an image on my computer that I would like to use in my plan as a material that can be applied to 3D objects. How do I do this?
Materials in Chief Architect have two primary attributes that determine what they look like in 3D views: patterns composed of CAD lines, and textures which are created using image files such as .jpg's or .png's. A new material with both a custom pattern and texture can easily be created in the User Catalog, which is located in the Library Browser.
If you want to import a new material that will be tiled seamlessly across a surface, make sure that the image that will be used will line up accurately to look realistic for 3D camera views.
Additional information on materials can be found in the Materials: Patterns & Textures Video Playlist, as well as the Materials Knowledge Base category.
If you would like to add a new material to a folder or subfolder in your User Catalog, right click on the desired folder and select New> Material.
For more information on each of the options listed here, click on the Help button at the bottom of the dialog box to open your software's documentation.
Your new material is now available for use in any plan.