Elena Rossi
Paint 3D is a Microsoft application that allows users to create impressive 3D objects and manipulate pre-made objects from its 3D library. Users can also insert their own 2D and 3D images and convert 2D drawings into 3D. To paste a 3D model in Paint 3D, users can select the 3D library from the menu at the top, search or browse for the desired object, and select it to immediately import it onto the canvas. Users can then use the brushes and corresponding options in the Brushes tab to paint and edit the 3D model.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| How to insert a 3D model in Paint 3D | Select 3D library, choose an item, adjust tolerance and opacity, apply effects, and choose colours. |
| How to paint a 3D model in Paint 3D | Use the Brushes tab to fill in the lines of your 2D image or add colour to a 3D object. |
| How to choose colours in Paint 3D | Choose from pre-selected colours, pick a temporary current colour, define the colour by its RGB or hex values, or use the eyedropper tool to pick a colour already on the canvas. |
| How to rotate a 3D model in Paint 3D | Use the top, right, bottom, and left arrows to rotate the object along the Z-axis, X-axis, Y-axis, or slide it forward and backward in space, respectively. |
| How to resize a 3D model in Paint 3D | Select and drag the model to move it around the canvas. Select and drag the white boxes on the corners and sides of the box surrounding the object to resize it. |
| How to import a 3D model in Clip Studio Paint | Import by selecting the material palette and tapping the Paste Material icon, dragging and dropping it to the canvas, or dragging and dropping it to the Layer and All Sides view palettes. |
| How to import a VRM format file in Clip Studio Paint | Select the 3D model, then use File > Import > 3D data. |
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What You'll Learn
Inserting a 3D model from the 3D library
To insert a 3D model from the 3D library in Paint 3D, follow these steps:
- Launch Paint 3D from your Apps.
- Select '3D shapes' from the ribbon and then 'Open 3D library'.
- Enter your desired search term into the Search box and press Enter. Alternatively, you can browse for an object without entering a search term.
- Select your chosen model to add it to your canvas.
- Use the arrows to rotate the object along the X, Y, and Z-axes, or slide it forward and backward in space. You can also drag the model to move it around the canvas.
- To resize the object, select and drag the little white boxes on the corners and sides of the box surrounding the object.
- Once you are happy with the positioning and size of your model, you can use the Brushes tab to paint the image, adjust tolerance and opacity, and apply effects and colours.
You can also insert 3D models from the 3D library in Clip Studio Paint. To do this, select the 3D model in the Material palette and either tap the Paste Material icon or drag and drop it onto your canvas.
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Painting and editing the model
Once you have selected your 3D model and inserted it into the canvas, you can start editing it. You can move the model around the canvas by selecting and dragging it. To resize the model, select and drag the little white boxes on the corners and sides of the box surrounding the object. You can also rotate the object along the X, Y, and Z axes by using the arrow keys.
To add more elements to your model, return to the 3D library and search for the element you want. For example, if you want to add a wing, search for "wing" in the 3D library and select the one you want to add to your canvas. You can then resize and position it accordingly. Repeat this process to continue adding elements to your model.
You can also add effects to your 3D project by selecting the "Effects" tab. Choose the effect you want from the menu, and it will instantly filter over your painting. You can also reposition the lighting by selecting the sun around the light wheel and spinning it around.
To add more details to your project, you can use the 2D shapes, 3D shapes, and stickers tabs at the top of Paint 3D. With the 3D doodle tool, you can turn your 2D sketches into 3D models. Simply trace a design from a photo or draw it freehand, and it will instantly become a 3D model. You can also use brushes that mimic real materials, such as transparent watercolor or oil painting, to add unique textures and effects to your model.
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Rotating and moving the model
To rotate and move a 3D model in Paint 3D, first, open a new document in Paint 3D. Then, click the paintbrush icon in the top menu bar and select 3D shapes. Choose any of the shapes in the right sidebar and then click and drag on the canvas to place it.
To rotate the 3D model, grab any of the half or semi-circle icons found on the right, top, and bottom sides. The top arrow will rotate the object along the Z-axis, the right arrow will rotate along the X-axis, the bottom arrow will rotate along the Y-axis, and the left arrow will slide your model forward and backward in space. You can also select and drag the model to move it around the canvas.
To resize the model, drag any of the little white boxes on the corners and sides of the box surrounding the object to enlarge, shrink, or stretch the object however you want. You can also combine multiple 3D models to create your own unique model. Play around with these tools until you get a good sense of moving and manipulating the model.
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Adding a background
To add a background to a 3D model in Paint 3D, you will need to have Windows 10 or 11. You can add a background to your 3D model by following these steps:
- Launch Paint 3D from your Apps.
- Select 'Menu' from the top left corner and choose 'Insert'.
- Inserting an image will allow you to use it immediately with the canvas that's already open.
- Choose the file that you want to import into the canvas. You can import various file types, including 2D and 3D images.
- Return to the 3D library and search for a background you want. For example, you could select 'Sky'.
- Select and resize the background object, and drag the corners to the edges of the canvas.
You can also draw your own background using Paint 3D's tools, import a background from the Remix 3D community, or import an image from the web and use it as your background. Additionally, you can make the canvas transparent by clicking 'Canvas' in the toolbar to toggle the 'Transparent Canvas' option.
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Importing 3D files
Paint 3D is available on Windows 10 and can be used to create impressive 3D objects. You can also use and manipulate pre-made objects from the 3D library. To import 3D files, select Menu from the top left of Paint 3D and choose Insert. Inserting an image gives you the flexibility to use it immediately with the canvas that's already open. Opening an image, on the other hand, creates a new canvas. Select the file that you want to be imported into the canvas you currently have open. You can import lots of file types, both 2D pictures like PNG, JPG, JFIF, GIF, TIF/TIFF, and ICO files, as well as 3MF, STL, PLY, OBJ, and other 3D models. Choose Open. You can also insert a 3D model included with the Paint 3D program. Choose 3D library from the menu at the top. Search or browse for the object you want to use. Select it to immediately import it onto your canvas.
Additionally, you can import 3D materials or register new 3D files to use them in Clip Studio Paint. You can import a 3D material to the canvas by selecting it in the Material palette and tapping the Paste Material icon at the bottom of the palette, or by simply dragging and dropping it to the canvas. You can also import by dragging and dropping 3D materials to the Layer and All Sides view palettes. When a 3D material is added to the canvas, a new 3D layer is created with a 3-point perspective ruler that matches the 3D space. You can add multiple 3D materials to the same 3D layer by selecting the layer and adding another 3D material.
You can import the following file types: CLIP STUDIO 3D Character format (extension: cs3c), CLIP STUDIO 3D Object format (extension: cs3o), CLIP STUDIO 3D Background format (extension: cs3s), FBX, 6KT, 6KH, LWO, LWS, OBJ, GLB, gITF, and VRM. Note that some formats are not supported by certain operating systems.
You can import VRM format files as 3D characters and apply pose materials to them in the same way as 3D character materials. When you import a VRM material, the VRM information dialog will appear, where you can check the usage permissions of the file. Please read this dialog before editing the VRM file. You can import BVH format motion files as pose sequences. You can apply a specific pose from the motion to a 3D drawing figure or 3D character material. Select the 3D model you would like to apply the pose to, then use the File menu > Import > 3D data. After you select the BVH file, the Import file dialog will appear. Under Range of frames to import as pose sequence, set the Start frame and End frame to specify the range of poses that you want to import, then tap OK.
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Frequently asked questions
To paste a 3D model in Paint 3D, select 'Insert' from the top-left menu, then choose the file you want to import. You can also select '3D shapes' from the ribbon, open the 3D library, and choose a model to add to your canvas.
You can rotate your 3D model along the X, Y, and Z-axes by using the arrow keys. The top arrow rotates the object along the Z-axis, the right arrow rotates along the X-axis, the bottom arrow rotates along the Y-axis, and the left arrow slides the model forward and backward in space.
To resize your 3D model, select and drag the little white boxes on the corners and sides of the box surrounding the object. You can enlarge, shrink, or stretch the object as needed.
To paint your 3D model, use the brushes and corresponding options available through the Brushes tab at the top of the program. Choose a color from the pre-selected options or define your own color using RGB or hex values. Adjust the thickness and opacity of your brush strokes to achieve the desired effect.
