Graphics Programs Reference
In-Depth Information
The Surface Detail options preserve bump maps, other texture, and opacity set-
tings when you print. You can leave those selected, though there are no bump maps
or opacity settings in this object.
You're ready to print.
Exporting a 3D object
Printing a 3D object is a little more complicated than printing a two-dimensional
image. It's not that much more challenging for the person doing the printing, but
Photoshop has to do a lot of behind-the-scenes calculations.
3D printers build objects from the bottom. If you're printing a cube, for example,
or another object with a significant base, the printer can create it without further
support. However, many 3D objects are irregularly shaped, and the bottom of the
object may actually be a set of disconnected surfaces. For example, think of a
model of an animal. The bottom of the animal is composed of the four separate
feet. In order to print such an object, the printer requires a support structure. That
structure typically includes a
raft
, which provides a base to print from, and
scaf-
folding
, which supports portions of the object so they don't collapse while the rest
of the object is being printed.
When you choose 3D Print, Photoshop prepares the object for printing, and calcu-
lates any necessary raft and scaffolding as well.
1.
Choose 3D > 3D Print, or click the Start Print button at the bottom of the
Properties panel.
Photoshop displays a progress bar as it prepares the print job.
2.
Click OK in the dialog box that informs you that the estimated price may
differ from the final purchase price.
3.
In the Photoshop 3D Print Settings dialog box, review the estimated price
and print size.
