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Re: correct terminology: shader maps? render maps? what are they called?
They're not all standardised because the implementation of the shader is what really defines what they are. 'Emissive' and 'Self-Illumination' as an example can be interpreted to be two different things (and are when I personally use them) - a self-illumination map is where the object can light itself, whereas an emissive… -
Re: correct terminology: shader maps? render maps? what are they called?
Makes sense, thanks pior! Definitely not looking for what sounds best :) Just if there is a commonly used term that includes all map types. I will be using this when I talk to people who are not familiar with 3D. I guess "Texture Maps" works and if I need to be more specific "Material Property Maps" can work, plus just…
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