Language Import and Export
Translate faster!
As the industry-standard format for professional translation services, the XLIFF format (Version 2.0) plays a crucial role in streamlining language management. NeoSpace Version 2.16, now supports this very important format. Navigate to the language menu and locate the "Manage" option. Here, you will discover new functionality for exporting and importing languages. If you choose to export languages, you can select a folder where all the different language files will be stored. Once saved, you can proceed to send these files to your preferred translation service.
Here's an interesting fact: ChatGPT and similar AI tools understand the structure of the XLIFF Format. They can assist in translating the content of your 3D model, as long as it is not too large.
Just copy and paste the content of the XLIFF file, tell ChatGPT to translate its target to your desired language and give it a shot.
Once you have a new, translated XLIFF file, simply import it and you will see a new content language available for your NeoSpace Project. Enjoy exploring the enhanced language management capabilities of the XLIFF format!
Iframe web embedding
More functionality for your Website
With Version 2.16, NeoSpace introduces changes to the web embed tool in the Share module. With the new version of the embed tool, you can directly export an iframe snippet of the NeoSpace WebViewer. Choose the layout and functionality you want to deliver on your website, upload your model and then, go to the embed model and copy the code snippet of your iframe.
This new feature makes embedding your model into your website or web portal easier than ever before.
Moreover, using the NeoSpace WebViewer iframe enables you to utilize all the functionalities of the NeoSpace WebViewer, on your website. This includes displaying annotations, interactions, step-by-step manuals, first-person-walk-through mode, and even the upcoming browser-based Virtual Reality functionality.
Camera preview
A Glimpse into Your 3D Vision
With Version 2.16, NeoSpace introduces the new Camera Preview feature, designed to enhance your workflow and improve your overall experience with cameras. You can utilize the Camera Preview in any Hierarchy where a camera is present. To open the Camera Preview only click on one of the cameras and a convenient camera preview will appear in the top right corner of your screen. This preview is giving you a real-time view of what the camera sees.
To keep the camera preview locked in place, simply click on the padlock icon located within the preview. By locking the preview, you can freely navigate through the Hierarchy, selecting and modifying other objects without losing sight of your camera's perspective.
Adjusting the camera's position or rotation is now easier than ever. The current boundaries of the camera are clearly displayed within the preview, allowing you to align it precisely with your objects.
With the Camera Preview feature, you can modify your models with confidence, ensuring they remain perfectly framed within the camera's view. Editing and optimizing camera settings has never been this efficient!
Hierarchy rearrangement
Effortless Model Control
Managing the structure of your hierarchies has never been easier. In just a few simple steps, you can rearrange the elements of your hierarchy using the intuitive Drag-and-Drop functionality, available in the NeoSpace Version 2.16.
You can effortlessly drag and drop an element from the hierarchy into another. To initiate the move, simply click and hold the six-dot icon located on the left side of each element. Then, while holding the left mouse button, smoothly navigate the element to the desired location within the hierarchy. Once you've reached the target position, release the mouse button, and the object will settle either above, below, or within another object, depending on your placement. This feature is seamlessly integrated into every hierarchy in our program.
With the Hierarchy Sorting feature, you gain unparalleled control over your model's structure. Its versatility and ease of use make it an indispensable tool for working with 3D models.
Manuals and Interactions - Beta
Unleash Creative Possibilities
NeoSpace Version 2.16 offers you the possibility to combine your Manuals with Interactions. To utilize this enhancement, create the needed Animations and connect them with your Interactions. In this example, we already have various pre-configured Interactions ready to use. Next, we switch to the Manual module, create or select a Step and add further instructions to this Step.
Now comes the crucial part. By clicking on the menu, marked by a three-dot icon, we gain access to the 'Edit Links' feature. This feature opens the editing menu, displaying existing manual steps and substeps on the left side, and existing interactions on the right side. We can choose either 'On Enter' for the whole manual step or select an existing substep. Selecting 'On Enter' triggers the chosen interactions upon entering the step. Multiple interactions can be selected simultaneously. By clicking the 'Create continuity' button, we can generate a seamless user flow, adding all interactions from previous steps to the chosen step. Alternatively, if we choose a substep instead of 'On Enter,' we can select an interaction as a prerequisite for completing that substep. This feature introduces more interactivity and streamlines the workflow within the manual.
With Manual-Substep Interactions, we bring increased interactivity and an optimized workflow to your manuals.
Scene - Environment Lighting
Shine Brighter Than Ever
With Version 2.16, NeoSpace offers a wider range of lighting presets to choose from in the environment tab. Enable the "Use sky as lighting" option and choose your desired lighting preset from the dropdown menu.
The newly introduced lighting presets include two blue lighting environments, namely "dark blue", and "bright blue", a more neutral lighting environment called "grey atmosphere" and a soft and bright lighting environment called "soft light".
Scene - Dimensions
Scale more efficient
The "Dimensions" card in the Scene module now offers users enhanced control over the scale of their models. Users can find a convenient Burger menu at the top right corner of this card. By clicking on this burger menu, a context menu will open up, providing users with additional scaling options. The context menu offers the functionality to multiply and divide the scale of the model by factors of 10, 100, and 1000. This allows users to easily and precisely adjust the size of their models according to their specific requirements and preferences.
Animation
Enhanced Timeline Interface
An improvement of the Timeline interface used in the Animate module, which provides a foundation for the upcoming Animation Block feature. Enjoy skip buttons to instantly jump to the first, previous, next, or last keyframe, streamlining navigation. Additionally, the timeline now adjusts flawlessly when scaling the interface, eliminating alignment issues. Experience enhanced control and efficiency with this innovative interface, empowering your creative process.
Annotations
Integrate seamless interactivity
Enhanced the Annotations, addressing technical issues. Animations used in an Interaction now cannot be deleted anymore. This should enable trouble-free usage of the interactions in your model. Also, solutions regarding the issues of the Interaction import, using the Tab-Drop feature, and the Info-Rich-text-Editor were provided.
Application
Optimized the Manual and Optimize module, resolving technical issues with the "User Manual" button and the Smart Merge feature. Upgraded camera transitions for smoother animations and enhanced overall performance by ensuring inclusive functionality.
WebViewer
Added minor technical enhancements and bug fixes for the NeoSpace WebViewer. Therefore this update ensures a smoother and more reliable experience for users.