Model Optimization - Game Character Development with Maya - page 310

3. Here's something less obvious: Notice the small polygon next to the corner of her
eye, shown in Figure 5.46 . Select and collapse this, as it is not needed.
FIGURE 5.46 Here's an edge you can collapse without taking away from the shape of the
eye.
Note
It's important to keep your eyes peeled, looking for potential areas of op-
timization that are less easily seen, like this one.
Tip
When you are unsure about removing a particular polygon, go ahead and
try it—if the geometry looks wrong, you can always press Z/Cmd+Z to
undo the operation. And Shift+Z/Shift+Cmd+Z will redo the last undo.
4. The back of Kila's head would be another good place to look for optimization op-
portunities, because her hair will cover it. In Figure 5.47 (left), you can see an
edge that might potentially be collapsed.
FIGURE 5.47 This area at the back of the head can be reduced.