How to Install and Use Maxwell Render Plugin for Archicad 16
How to Install and Use Maxwell Render Plugin for Archicad 16
Maxwell Render is a photorealistic rendering engine that can be used with various 3D modeling and design software, including Archicad. Maxwell Render plugin for Archicad 16 allows you to create stunning images and animations of your Archicad projects with realistic lighting, materials and environment.
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In this article, we will show you how to install and use Maxwell Render plugin for Archicad 16 for free. You will need to have Archicad 16 and Maxwell Render 5.2 or later installed on your computer before following the steps below.
Step 1: Download the plugin installer
You can download the plugin installer from the official website of Maxwell Render[^1^]. Choose the version that matches your operating system (Windows or Mac OS X) and your Archicad version (16). The file name of the installer contains the version number of the plugin. For example, maxwell_ARCHICAD_v5.0.0_WIN.exe for Windows and maxwell_ARCHICAD_v5.0.0_OSX.pkg for Mac OS X.
Step 2: Run the plugin installer
After downloading the plugin installer, run it and follow the instructions on the screen. You will need to select the destination location of the plugin files, which can be either the default location or a custom one. Make sure you remember this folder because you will need to register the plugin files inside Archicad later. You will also need to select the components to install, which include the plugin version for Archicad 16 and optionally Maxwell Render if you don't have it already.
Step 3: Register the plugin files in Archicad
After installing the plugin files, you need to make Archicad recognize them by using the Add-In Manager. To do this, open Archicad 16 and go to Options > Add-On Manager. Click on Add... and browse for the folder where you installed the plugin files. Select all the files with .apx extension and click Open. You should see Maxwell listed in the Add-On Manager window. Click OK to confirm.
Step 4: Start using Maxwell Render plugin in Archicad
Now you are ready to use Maxwell Render plugin in Archicad 16. You can access it from Design > Design Extras > Maxwell Render menu or from its toolbar icon. You can also use Maxwell Library Objects from Object > Library Part Settings > Maxwell menu or from its toolbar icon. The plugin has a user-friendly interface that allows you to set up your scene, materials, camera, environment, lighting and render options easily. You can also use Maxwell Fire, a fast interactive rendering mode that gives you instant feedback on your changes.
To learn more about how to use Maxwell Render plugin in Archicad 16, you can check out the official documentation[^2^] or watch some tutorials on YouTube.
Step 5: Export your render to an image or a video file
Once you are satisfied with your render settings and preview, you can export your render to an image or a video file. To do this, go to Maxwell Render menu and choose one of the options: Render Image, Render Animation or Render Multilight. You can also use the corresponding toolbar icons. A dialog box will appear where you can specify the output file name, format, resolution and quality. You can also choose to use the CPU, GPU or Cloud engine for rendering. Click on Render to start the process.
The render will be saved in the folder you specified and you can view it with any image or video viewer. You can also use Maxwell Multilight standalone application to adjust the intensity and color of each light source in your scene without re-rendering.
Step 6: Enjoy your photorealistic render
Congratulations! You have successfully created a photorealistic render of your Archicad project with Maxwell Render plugin. You can use it for presentation, portfolio, marketing or any other purpose you want. You can also share it with others and impress them with your skills and creativity.
We hope you enjoyed this article and learned something new. If you want to learn more about Maxwell Render and its features, you can visit the official website or join the community forum. You can also download a free 30-day trial version of Maxwell Render and try it for yourself. 29c81ba772
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