Content Dev:CC Asset

Main article: CC Content Development.

Introduction & Preparation

The following documents can help you to get started on the CC content creation process:

Resource	Purpose	Link
CC Asset Introduction	Basic knowledge and concept of CC Content: CC Content Specification Base Content vs Derivative Content CC Content vs iClone Content	CC Asset Introduction
Developer Primer Doc.	Setup instructions for CC content creation process: Software Requirements Working Environment Polycount Restrictions	CC Asset Primer
Asset Provision Repository	Access the resource files you'll need to get up and running: Avatar Templates UV Checkers UV Templates	CC Asset Provision

Character Creator assets come in several types with their own file format and unique production guidelines.

The hair creation workflow has been updated: Advanced Hair Creation for CC3.4 with Maya.

Resource	Purpose	Link
Asset Production Guides	Creation guide per asset type. Cloth (.ccCloth): general garments like coats, shirts, pants, etc. Shoes (.ccShoes): general footwear like shoes, slippers, high-heels, etc. Hair (.ccHair): hair attached to the head, whether short or long. Accessory (.ccAcc): items that are parented and not skinned to the bones.	CC Garment Creation Guide CC Shoes Creation Guide CC Hair Creation Guide CC Accessory Creation Guide
Asset Production Precautions	Definitive guide to proper content creation for maximum CC compatibility. Modeling for soft-cloth physics. Normal Map Baking UV Dismantling for Appearance Editor. Material & Texture Settings.	CC Asset Production Precautions
CC AHMP (Auto Hide Model Polygons)	Guide for improving cohesion and performance of multi-layered clothing. Usage of AHMP. How AHMP Works. Example AHMP Applications.	CC AHMP Guide
CC Import Process	Essential guide to the CC software import process: Import Dialogues Collision Layer Assignments Saving Content	CC Asset Import Process

Use the following resources to facilitate the submission process.

Resource	Purpose	Link
Submission Guidelines	Get to know what the submission process entails. Output File Formats Naming Conventions Review Process	CC Asset Submission
Frequently Asked Questions	Autonomous troubleshooting for your submission files. Troubleshooting the Mesh. Troubleshooting the Normals. Troubleshooting the UV.	CC Asset FAQ
Marketplace Publication Guide	Publishing content to Marketplace via the Uploader. Simplified process with Smart Gallery Create Content via Character Creator Upload Content via Uploader	CC Asset Publication