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# 1 16-04-2004 , 10:45 AM
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skeleton help

i'm trying to attach my skeleton to my model but it wont work.

can anyone help?
 
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# 2 16-04-2004 , 12:15 PM
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how are you going about it?
 
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# 3 16-04-2004 , 12:17 PM
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well i have made my model, put in the skeleton.

i think the problem is that my model is in sections, i.e the head and arms are all one, etc.

please help me!!!!
 
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# 4 16-04-2004 , 12:24 PM
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Select the model(s), shift select the skeleton root joint, under Animation menues -- Skin > Bind Skin > choose Rigid or Smooth.
 
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# 5 16-04-2004 , 12:33 PM
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thanks, seems to be working ok now. you're a life saver!
 
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another problem. when i try to move the arms down from poser position they elongate and dont all follow the bones. any tips?
 
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