Name: FilePathFinder
Brand: Kstudio
SKU: 17243
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.00 (2 reviews)

Find materials with missing files (https://youtu.be/gTCT4TYjDf8)

Using the FilePathFinder you can be sure that you have a complete control over external links into your scenes.
Asset tracking features include support for XREF files and easy linking with external files.

Using the FilePathFinder (and Batch Render&Relink ), you can search for missing assets and relink external files.

Files may also be discriminated by type and/or renamed in accordance with masks.
In addition, files that are linked to selected objects are displayed in Interactive Mode, and bitmap textures can be toggled and placed within the Material Editor.

Also with this tool you can easy make an archive a 3ds Max scene.

Note that FilePathFinder supports the highest number of asset types of any plug-in.
For example, FilePathFinder is the only plugin that can display and relink Vray Lens effects, even with missing bitmaps. In addition, scenes may be archived and easily sent to render services such as RebusFarm.

The Batch Render&Relink tool helps manage your asset files into the 3D model and material libraries in Batch Mode. BR&R is capable of rendering thumbnails for 3D models, materials, and IES photometric files.

Batch Mode makes for an easy way to gather and compile many assets at once.

https://youtu.be/XcKcXNTXteM?list=PLC8701CD079399D25

Asset Management using FilePathFinder or Project Manager (https://youtu.be/XcKcXNTXteM?list=PLC8701CD079399D25)

3ds max compatibility	3ds Max 2016-2025
Supported renderer	Any
Limitation for Demo	Works with limited number of the files. The included tool “Batch Render&Relink” doesn\'t support to relink and skips some files on rendering.

Features

Asset Tracking

Search for missing assets
Relink external files
Collect external files
Archiving a 3ds Max scene
Ability to exclude files from collecting by type of file
Rename the links by mask
Removing links from a scene
Ability to collect Asset files via clipboard and drag&drop method
PRO version includes the “Batch Render&Relink” tool for organize Asset files for 3d Models and Materials Libraries in the batch mode
Support to xRef files.
Support to almost all known renderers and plug-ins.

Selecting objects, work with materials and textures

Selecting the objects by their links to files
Displays in interactive mode a list of files linked to selected objects
Place Materials and BitmapTextures into the Material Editor
Show/Hide bitmap in viewport
Opening the files into the external application.

Misc Features

Auto-check for updates
Displays thumbnails for Bitmaps, 3d models, Proxy, IES, Material Libraries and other file-types (include formats HDR, EXR, PSD and other)
Various methods of display files in list: by type of files, linked to selected objects, by status, by mask of name
The “Batch Render&Relink” tool for rendering the thumbnails for 3ds Max scenes, Material Libraries and IES files
Collect the preview thumbnails with source files
Unostentatious and “Transparent” the demo-version
User-Friendly interface

Support

Support Forums

Tutorials

Asset Management (by example of the Project Manager)

Documentation

Download
Online Help

Video tutorials

https://youtu.be/XcKcXNTXteM?list=PLC8701CD079399D25

Asset Management using FilePathFinder or Project Manager (https://youtu.be/XcKcXNTXteM?list=PLC8701CD079399D25)

https://youtu.be/dDFeLvUoQ0U

Save Maps for Selection with FilePathFinder (https://youtu.be/dDFeLvUoQ0U)

https://youtu.be/KHyMqGpL3RA

Project Manager.Review the Batch Render Relink. (https://youtu.be/KHyMqGpL3RA)

Installation and Reception of License Key

Installation

Download the archive with the plugin
Unpack the archive
Open 3ds Max application
To install an MZP file in 3ds Max, you can use one of the following methods

Drag and Drop Method:
- Simply drag the MZP file from your file explorer and drop it into the 3ds Max viewport.
Using Menu:
- Go to the "Scripting" menu and select "Run Script."
- Navigate to the location of your MZP file, select it, and press "Open."

The installation will be automatically started
Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the installation
Generate the identification file, if you are the official client and you need a new license
In the 3ds max menu "Customize">> "Customize User Interface">> Category "Kstudio" choose the plugin and drag it to the Panel of the Instruments

Download the archive with the plugin
Unpack the archive
Double-click the downloaded installer to install the plugin.

Install the "Fusion", "Sweep PRO" or free version of the plugin "Sweep Profile"
Unpack the archive with Mouldings.zip
Drag the "Install Sweep-Profile Shapes.mzp" into the 3ds Max viewport
Start the plugin (Fusion or Sweep Pro) and choose the directory with shapes on the top list of the plugin
By default mouldings are installed by path "%localappdata%/Kstudio/Sweep-Profile Shapes/"

You must be logged in to download the full version. * Applicable to official customers only

Receiving the License Key

Run the 3ds Max Choose the menu-item "Activation" from the main 3ds Max menu "Project Manager" or from the plugin menu "Help"

Select the most suitable activation type

Run the 3ds Max
Run Sweep PRO plugin
An activation dialog will appear

Select the most suitable activation type

Run the 3ds Max
Create the Fusion/Spline Flow/.../Add the Modifier..
To create an object, choose the Kstudio Category in the Create section on the Command Panel
Create the object in the viewport and switch to the Modify tab
Open the License rollout at the bottom and press the button License
An activation dialog will appear

Select the most suitable activation type

Insert the activation key received in the letter and click the button “Apply License”

Note: Internet connection is required to use activation keys If you have a problem with this activation type, use the second method - using identification file

Press the button "Generate identification file"

Upload identification file to dashboard

Download the license key

Press the button "Apply License" and

Choose the downloaded license key

Kstudio plugins are used by freelancers as well as in studios of different sizes – from several employees to hundreds. This feature simplifies the deployment of numerous installations into a large network.

This instruction applicable only for Project Manager

I recommend paying attention to utilities such as PsExec and PowerShell – with their help you can install the 3dsMax plug-ins and apply the license keys in a batch mode. Using:

Download and extract the archive SilentModeInstall.zip
Copy the ZIP archive with the full version of the plugin into one folder with "AutoInstallStart.bat"
Open "AutoInstallStart.bat" and uncomment/add a valid path to 3dsMax.exe
Write activation keys to the file "ActivationActivationKeys.txt"
Run "AutoInstallStart.bat" using PsExec/PowerShell or manually on each computer

Download example: SilentModeInstall.zip

You can use a single identification file to obtain licenses for various plugins. For instance, you can generate an identification file for Project Manager and use it also in the slot for generating a license for Spline Flow

How to Distinguish Between the Full and the Demo Version You Downloaded and Installed?

Before activation, do not forget to install the full version of the plugin (the title shouldn’t contain the word Demo)

To determine if you have downloaded and installed the full version or the demo version, here are some key points to consider:

1. Activation: The demo version cannot be activated. If you have downloaded the demo version, activation will not be possible.
2. File Name: The archive containing the demo version will include the word "Demo" in its name.
3. Installation and Launch: During installation or when launching the plugin, the demo version will display the word "Demo" next to the logo.
4. Full Version: If there is no "Demo" label on the logo, but you see the "Demo" label over files, it means you have the full version which requires a license key for activation.

Full Version

Demo Version

Note: Please use the latest updates for your version of 3ds Max 3ds Max Updates & Service Packs

Changelog

FilePathFinder Pro v.4.00.83

August 19, 2022

Extremely speeds-up collect files on batch relink
Fixes some minor issues with the Converting Images tool
Fixes a bug with opening the plugin on scenes that contained Anima objects
Fixes an issue with applying an activation key

FilePathFinder Pro v.4.00.76

January 25, 2022

Adds support to batch archive 3ds MAX files and Material libraries with assets
Adds support to paths longer than 256 characters
Adds an ability to convert images to TX format
Some optimizations and speed improvements
Fixes an issue with renaming links on xRef scenes using Advanced Asset Renamer
Fixes a bug on relinking and collecting assets
Fixes an issue with relinking paths longer than 256 characters
Fixes an issue with refreshing assets after relink in version 4.00.26
Allows to setup desired view for studios without camera
Fixes an issue with relinking OSLMap
Fixes an issue with slow opening right-menu in some scenes
Fixes a bug setting path for links contained illegal characters

FilePathFinder Pro v.4.00.00

June 1, 2021

Adds support to 3ds Max 2022
Adds an ability to convert and resize images
Ability to mass-rename links ( menu Tools => Mass Rename Tool )

Batch Render&Relink

Adds the “Fast mode” for relinking 3ds Max files and material libraries in the batch mode
Adds an ability to Find & Replace part of paths in batch mode
Adds an ability to specify output filename on rendering previews for models
Setup multiple custom studios for rendering 3d models and material libraries
Adds an ability to specify pivot point on rendering preview for models
Adds a new BatchModes to ‘Batch Render&Relink’ API – #RelinkPreSave, #RelinkPostSave. See an example in file “presetsAPI examplesBatch Script Example.ms”

FilePathFinder Pro v.3.80.03

April 14, 2021

Adds support to IES interactive rendering
Fixes an issue with removing atmospherics on rendering previews
Fixes an issue with isolated nodes when rendering previews
Fixes an issue when monitor screen DPI uses a scale of more than 100%
Fixes an issue with rendering some scenes with Corona 6

FilePathFinder Pro v.3.78.01

February 17, 2020

Adds support to ArchVision RPC. Display native preview.
Adds support to “.MC” files in Point Cache modifier
Adds an ability to rendering previews using Corona Frame Buffer.
Drops support to 3ds Max 2013
The methods of generation preview for Substance and additional 3ds Max image formats (such as vrimg and etc.) was rewritten.
Move plugin to directory and category “Kstudio”
Fixes a bug with relinking scenes that contain IES files using Batch Render&Relink tool
Fixes an issue with correct display the maximized plugin window on some monitors
Fixes an issue with ability to refresh the listview using the F5 key
Fixes some minor issues with interface
Fixes an bug with Asset Management scenes which contains Containers
Fixes other minor issues and performance improvements

FilePathFinder Pro v.3.77.00

April 15, 2019

Adds support to 3ds Max 2020.
Speeds up the relinking of asset files for complex scenes up to 5 times.
The option “Remove unused materials” now supports the Slate Material Editor.
Fixes some minor issues with renaming items in the listview.
Fixes some minor issues with comparing external files with same name but different content
Fixes an issue with annoying message of Archvision RPC plugin at start
Fixes an issue with selecting Vray Proxies by file-name.

FilePathFinder Pro v.3.76.14

July 19, 2018

Speeds up the relinking of asset files approximately in 7 times!
Adds support to 3ds Max 2019
Display progress bar when Copy and Relink assets
Adds an ability to rename Asset link + file on Hdd in more simple way – using menu-item or shortcut (SHIFT+F2)
Simplifying Deployment. New capability for installation plugin and creation the identification files in silent mode.
Fixes a minor issue with relinking background images
Fixes a bug with crashing the plugin in scenes which contains VRayOSLTex and VRayGLSLTex textureMaps
Fixes an issue with generating preview for some .PSD files.
Fixes a potential issue with generating bug-reports.
Fixes some another minor issues.
Fixes some potential issues with compatibility with other 3ds Max plugins.
Fixes some another minor issues.
Fixes some minor interface issues
Fixes an issue with flickering toolTips in Windows 7

New Features & Fixes for tool Batch Render&Relink

Adds capability to render in batch mode using Maxwell Renderer
More accuracy find compatible renderer by material
Fixes an issue with using Vray Frame Buffer for rendering thumbnails in Vray Next.
Uses real World and mapChannel settings from materials when rendering preview for materials. ( Available only with default material’s studio)
Fixes a bug with rendering some 3d models.
Fixes a bug when rendering preview works very slowly when Vray material contains displacement
Fixes a logical mistake in using variables “FilePath” and “FileName” in “Batch Render&Relink” tool

Rated 5 out of 5
Darko Vucenik (verified owner) – February 11, 2021
This plugin is a great timesaver. I work in advertising industry and in our studio’s pipeline we often reuse assets between multiple projects. Moving old projects for achieving often breaks file dependencies in Max. With file path finder it is so easy to fix any such issues. Also the speed of search is very impressive.
- Alexander Kramer (verified owner) – February 11, 2021
  Glad to be useful for you!
Rated 5 out of 5
Dorjan LOKAI (verified owner) – August 23, 2017
Hello,
I m using 3ds max since 2010. I have spent a lot of time finding & collecting bitmap manually or using other alternative free scripts. The problem of these scripts are thet they dont collect all of files and/or something going bad, or just they make 3ds max freez. I searched over google and found Filepathfinder;
Saved my life, my time & money. It finds & collects all files under a 6 Tbytes HDD in not much time.
THANK YOU K STUDIO.
Best wishes Dorjan LOKAI,
https://www.3ds-eda.com
Lyon – FRANCE