Pattern Engine 1 for 3ds Max

Requirements

• Operating System: Windows 10 or later. It may work on Windows 7, but compatibility is not fully tested.
• 3ds Max Compatibility: Compatible with Autodesk 3ds Max versions 2018 through 2026.
• Internet Connection: Required for license activation and verification.
• User Account: Purchase and access to all 1.x updates require registering an account on our website.

Installation

1. Drag and drop the downloaded .mzp file into the 3ds Max viewport, then follow the on-screen instructions.
2. It is recommended to perform the installation while signed in to Windows as an administrator.
3. Make sure your system has all the latest Windows updates installed for optimal performance.

Activation

Activate the license using your registered email address and license key.

How-To video tutorials

General Notes

• It is recommended to work with centimeters (CM) as the system unit.
• Keep system units constant, especially when saving and loading presets.
• Applying modifiers to pattern objects is not recommended, especially while editing them in the script.
• Restart the script after changing system units.
• The pattern object is linked to the clip area as a child. When you need to move, rotate, or scale the generated pattern, it is best to do so by moving, rotating, or scaling the clip area—especially if the clip area is not embedded or has been deleted.
• For best results, set Min Border to a value greater than zero.
• When using a large number of items, generation may slow down depending on the complexity of the pattern and your computer’s specifications. It is advisable to gradually increase the item count or pattern density.

Limitations and Known Issues

• General Stability: While Pattern Engine is generally stable and well-tested, it’s highly recommended to save or back up your work before using it, as crashes can occur in rare cases.
• Undo Feature: Undo is turned off for this script, as using it may cause crashes.
• Disappearing Objects: In some instances, generated objects may fully or partially disappear due to internal Boolean operations. To fix this, try making smaller adjustments to one or more of the following: Min Borders, Conv/Conc. Bool Thresh, X/Y Spacing, or Resolution.
• Outline Mode: The frame width may not remain constant along the X and Y axes, especially when using a wide ratio for the clip area.
• Bumpy Convex Restrictions: Only the Fixed Material ID mode is available when using Bumpy Convex.
• Copying Pattern Objects: In rare cases, copying pattern objects may cause the saved state to be lost, particularly when Bumpy Convex is enabled or when using a large number of items.
• Outline Scale is not working with custom shapes

End User License Agreement (EULA)

Product Name: Pattern Engine 1
Developer: Pivot Studio
Effective Date: 2025-05-01

By installing, activating, or using this software, you agree to the following terms and conditions:

1. Grant of License

• You are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to install and use this software on one computer at a time.
• The license permits use for both personal and commercial projects, subject to the license type.
• You may transfer the license to another device either:
  • Automatically after a cooldown period (5 days).
  • By contacting Pivot Studio for manual assistance.

2. License Types

The software may be licensed under one of the following:

a. Free Trial License

• Grants temporary access to evaluate the software.
• Time-limited and/or feature-limited as defined by Pivot Studio.
• May not be used for commercial work unless explicitly permitted.
• One free trial per user or organization is allowed unless otherwise approved.

b. Indie License

• For individuals, freelancers, or solo users.
• Fully featured and includes commercial use rights.

c. Studio License

• For companies, studios, teams, or design offices.
• Includes full commercial usage rights.

3. Ownership and Restrictions

• All intellectual property rights remain with Pivot Studio.
• You may not:
  • Reverse-engineer, decompile, or modify the software
  • Share, sell, rent, or sublicense the software
  • Redistribute 3D models or content created using the tool (unless explicitly permitted)

4. Activation and Internet Connection

• Internet access is required for license activation and validation.
• The license is bound to your system and subject to transfer limits as described.

5. Updates and Support

• All license types include free updates within the same major version series (e.g., 1.x).
• Direct email support is included for 1 year from purchase.
  • After this period, support is provided only for critical or emergency issues at Pivot Studio’s discretion.
• Trial users may have limited or no support access depending on availability.

6. Refund Policy

• All sales are final and non-refundable.
• Refunds may be granted only for software licenses in rare cases where an unresolved technical issue prevents use, despite support assistance.
• Refunded licenses will be permanently disabled and require approval for future use.

7. Limitation of Liability

• The software is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind.
• Pivot Studio is not liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from its use or failure.

8. Termination

• Your license will be terminated immediately if you violate any part of this agreement.
• Upon termination, you must cease use and delete all copies of the software.

9. Governing Law

This agreement is governed by the laws of [Insert Country or Region].
All legal disputes will be resolved in the courts of that jurisdiction.

10. Agreement

By using this software, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these terms.