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# 12 09-09-2010 , 11:29 PM
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I may have made up the cubic mapping, I'm sure there's an option for a 6-sided map, but can't remember where exactly.
You can turn on color shading for the UVs. If the area is blue, right way around, if red, you'll have to flip it horiz. or vert. If darker color, then overlapping area (think translucent colors)
Automatic mapping should work okay, but it takes a bit of work to get the final product. Separate out the pieces by selecting some UVs --> Ctrl+RMB --> to Shell, then move.
Get familiar with the Cut, move, and move and sew commands, they are essential.
UV mapping is tough to get started on, but with a bit of practice you'll be on your way soon.

Edit: Haha, I'll let you take it from here bullet... if you can beat me.


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