Q-PROXIES V1.22 - 3dsMax script

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Script Name:	Q-Proxies

Version:	1.22

Compatible:	3dsMax 2015 and up

Release date:   November 11, 2019

Last update:	April 28, 2026

Code by:	Hernan A. Rodenstein

Released by:	Spline Dynamics

Website:	www.splinedynamics.com


Revision History:


v1.02	Fixed specific error of missing proxy attributes.

v1.05	- New faster algorithm for generation of 'convex hull' and 'vertex cloud' proxy meshes.
	- UI: 'Presets' list relocated at the top of 'Main Parameters' area for more intuitiveness
	- Added one more preset: Animated Vegetation
	- Now can generate static proxies for animated objects.
	- New ability to process geometry from third-party plugins

v1.10	- Added support for specific animated objects from external plugins
	- Max.num.faces parameter default value was increased to 5 million
	- Default mesh type for 'Vegetation' preset is now Convex Hull.
	- Added warnings for common cases of wrong parameter setting.

v 1.12	- Fixed error on saving multimaterials on proxy objects.

v 1.15	- Made object properties to be transferred to proxies.

v 1.17	- Updated for new security protocol on license activation.

v 1.18	- Changed internal method for getting machine ID to validate license.
	- Solved an issue in license validation for certain .NET versions.

v 1.20	- Added new preset 'Fast proxies'. Better for faster proxy generation.

v 1.21	- Updated trial version.

v1.22	- Added Quick Start Help screen.
	- Updated trial version.

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DESCRIPTION

Q-Proxies is a powerful generator and manager of renderer-independent proxy geometry for 3dsMax.
Automatically create multiple proxy objects that replace your high-poly meshes to speed up your work on heavy scenes.


VERSION REQUIREMENTS:

3dsmax 2015 and higher.


LICENSE:

This license is for lifetime and belongs to the buyer of the product. It is tied to the email address of the buyer.
it's a node-locked license. It comes with 2 license keysto use in  different workstations.
(Regular License: max. 2 worstations; Corporate License: max. 10 workstations)

You can find your license keys in the email you received when you purchased the product.
You have the right to get customer support for the first year and access to the online users forums at www.SplineDynamics.com.
Freeupdatesfor the same major version of the product will be available to download at http://www.splinedynamics.com/product-updates/
SplineDynamics will notify of new updates and other news on the Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/splinedynamics/

If you have any doubt or consultation, please write us to contact@splinedynamics.com


INSTALLATION:

1. Drag the file "Q-Proxies_v[version_number].mzp" onto a viewport. (The script files will be automatically extracted and installed)

2. To add the script icon to a toolbar, go to the menu > Customize > Customize User Interface

3. Go to the Toolbars tab and pick the category Spline Dynamics.

4. Drag "Q-Proxies" onto a toolbar and youre done!


If you want to check out the contents of the mzp-file yourself, you can unzip it just like a zip-file.


INSTALLING THE MANAGER ON RENDER NODES:

To render Q-Proxies proxy objects on other computers you need to install the Manager script, wich is distributed for free.

Just drag the file "Q-Proxies_Manager_v[version_number].mzp" onto any 3dsMax viewport and ready.


INFO:

Website: http://www.splinedynamics.com

Product Page: http://www.splinedynamics.com/product/qproxies/

Script Manual: http://www.splinedynamics.com/qproxies-manual/

Tutorials: http://www.splinedynamics.com/category/tutorials/q-proxies/

Support: contact@splinedynamics.com



The following files are copied to your system:

QProxies.mcr >> 			$userMacros
QProxies.mse >> 			$userScripts\SplineDynamics\QProxies\
QProxies_OnRenderActions.mse >>		$userstartupscripts
qproxies.ini >> 			$userScripts\SplineDynamics\QProxies\
UI_ln\Icons\QProxies_24i.bmp >> 	$userIcons
UI_ln\Icons\QProxies_16i.bmp >> 	$userIcons
QProxies_banner.jpg >> 			$userScripts\SplineDynamics\QProxies\images\
