# Blender

## Installation Guide

1. Download the `kaedim_panel.py` file from the [GitHub Repository](https://github.com/Kaedim/customer_blender_plugin/tree/master)

   You can do so by either downloading the entire repository through Code -> Download ZIP or by clicking into the file and clicking the download icon in the top right

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2. Navigate to Blender -> Edit -> Preferences -> Add-Ons -> Install

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Select the `kaedim_panel.py` file you just downloaded

3. Click the checkbox on the Kaedim add-on

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## Usage Guide

* You can find the Kaedim panel in the N-Panels. Simply press the `N` key within blender and the display will appear
* You will need to enter your Dev ID and API Key to continue, you can find these within your Kaedim account: <https://www.app.kaedim3d.com/settings?tab=security>
* Once you've registered your Dev ID and API Key, you can upload new assets through the N Panel. Simply click through the options, specify your desired image, maximum poly count, and desired image quality. Once you are ready, you can start processing the file by clicking the `Upload File` button.
* At any time, you can retrieve your existing assets and import them directly into blender
* Click the `Retrieve Assets` button, and new buttons will appear for each model you have in your account. You can click the corresponding button to display these models within the blender layout workspace
* The names of your assets can be updated on the Kaedim web portal
* Each input box will have additional information that you can see when you hover your mouse over the field

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