Quick start

This part of the documentation contains instructions on how to get started using ChArtist.

Demo File

Its recommended to use the demo csv file to test ChArtist and to follow the usage examples. It will ensure a wysiwyg experience when working through the usage examples.

You can download the csv demo file used in the video below:

CSV Demo File (Wildife Data).

Note

The data in the csv file is not representative of real world data and is not accurate.

Get Started

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1. Download the Demo CSV

Go to the link above and download the Demo File.

2. Install ChArtist

Read More: Install the extension.

Step 2 Video: ChArtist Installation

End of step 2.

3. Load the Demo CSV

Read More: Load the demo CSV File.

Step 3 Video: Load the Demo CSV

End of step 3.

4. Map the CSV Data

Read More: Map Data.

Step 4 Video: Map the CSV Data

End of step 4.

5. Install Presets

On first load, ChArtist needs to Install presets. The chosen preset folder will load automatically with new Blender projects.

Step 5 Video: ChArtist Preset Installation

End of step 5.

6. Apply a Preset

Read More: Apply a preset.

Step 6 Video: Apply Presets and use Quick Settings

End of step 6.