RO2 Experianced 3ds Max Users, Halp

[TheSynchronizer]

Update: Resolved
Alright, well I ran into a bit of a snag when attempting to select this model for texturing. Initially I was only gonna do a trial run and I'm glad I did as I discovered this issue.
Now back in the day when I used Archaic Rhino3d, there was a way to split the model so it isn't one giant block. Unfortunately I have not found out how to do so here in 3ds max version 2012. Either that or changing the "material" is the wrong way to go about doing this.

In anycase I require assistance on the matter.

How to apply textures to blocks. Halp

 

[Coin-goD]

That is not 3D Studio Max, that's AutoCAD.
I never used it.

 

[TheSynchronizer]

That is not 3D Studio Max, that's AutoCAD.
I never used it.

I know, i stated this already when I figured out I was retarded and redownloaded the wrong software. Anyways my question remains the same as I have acquired 3ds max now.

 

[Coin-goD]

If you just want to split the model, turn it into Editable Poly and use the Poly selection mode to select and detach diferent pieces.

http://www.3dtotal.com/index_tutorial_detailed.php?id=494


Although, if you just want to texture it, you don't need to split it up in pieces. You can just use the Unwrap modifier to create UV Maps on the poligons you want.

http://cgi.tutsplus.com/tutorials/a...o-max-using-the-unwrap-uvw-modifier--cg-13780

 

[gyps]

Max is not the easiest of things to unwrap in


you might want to try uvlayout or 3 d coat both of which have easier unwrappers


if you try it in max, save after you unwrap each bit as if you have model errors max can crash and will


both of the above have demo's or did