In this tutorial, I am going to go over how to install and setup Blender for an absolute beginner! I will go over my personal preset preferences and why I use them for those that follow my other tutorials and want to have the same settings. If I make any changes to my preferences I will update this post.
Programs Needed:
- Blender 2.76: Blender 64bit | Blender 32bit
OR
- Blender 2.70: Blender 64bit | Blender 32bit
Installing & Setting Up
Step 1: Download
Depending on your operating system, download one of the above-mentioned versions of Blender.
I personally use Blender 2.76 since it is the most recent version that is still compatible with Sims4Studio.
Step 2: Installing
a.) Launch the installer you downloaded in Step 1.
b.) Follow the on-screen instructions and install the program.
by default it will install to:
C:\Program Files\Blender Foundation\Blender\
If you want it to install to another location you can do so at this time.
Step 3: Blender Preferences
a.) Open Blender from where you just installed it.
b.) Go to "File" > "User Preferences" or use the hotkey CTRL+ALT+U
c.) Under the "Input" tab, change "Select With:" to "Left". (as pictured below)
Sims4Stuido is also select with left. So for me, it is a little less confusing this way.
d.) Under the "Themes" tab, click on the "Presets:" dropdown window and select "Ubuntu Ambiance". (as pictured below)
This is a dark theme with bright purples and orange on black.
To me, it is a lot easier to see what I am doing with this color scheme for Blender.
If you want to try other presets you can this theme is just a recommendation.
e.) Once done click "Save User Settings" in the bottom left-hand corner. (as pictured below)
