How to save V-Ray Proxy Tutorial as .vrmat files

Overview

This artcle covers an alternative workflow for saving V-Ray Proxy Mesh as .vrmat files, as well as creating a custom library of proxies.

Note: The process is nearly identical for both SketchUp and Rhino.

 

Workflow

1. Convert objects into a Proxy Mesh, using one of the following UI paths:

• Extensions > V-Ray > V-Ray Objects > Export Proxy
• V-Ray Objects Toolbar > Proxy buttons > Export Proxy
   

2. Save the Proxy Mesh as a .vrmat file by going to V-Ray Asset Editor > Geometries > Right-click on the Proxy Mesh > Save As.
    
3. To utilize an already existing .vrmat proxy file from your library, load it through the V-Ray Asset Editor: V-Ray Asset Editor > Import Asset File and click on the folder icon at the bottom of the V-Ray Asset Editor. 

Note: In SketchUp, the proxy file imports into SketchUp's Components menu and can be accessed from there.

 

See also: Here is a tutorial that shows how to create a custom library of proxies that are easily accessed through the V-Ray Asset Editor's Library window (left rollout window):