Hello All
This is a major update version 1.4.4 of the original plugin by Puybaret. It brings powerful new procedural generation, image-mapping capabilities, and refined sculpting tools to give you ultimate control over your 3D terrains.
Advanced Height Map Support
Import Height Maps :You can now instantly generate complex landscapes by importing standard height map images (BMP, TIF, and TIFF formats supported).
Precise Altitude Control: When importing a height map, a new prompt allows you to define the exact real-world minimum (black pixels) and maximum (white pixels) heights in centimeters.
Export Your Terrains: You can now export your customized Sweet Home 3D terrain back out as a high-resolution BMP height map for use in other software.
Procedural Generation Tools
Random Height Maps: Instantly generate organic, natural-looking hills and valleys with a single click using the new "Random Height Map" button.
Tileable Terrains: Building massive environments? Use the "Tileable Random Height Map" feature to create seamless terrain blocks that perfectly connect edge-to-edge.
New Sculpting & Shaping Utilities
Square Modification Mode: Alongside the existing radial and row tools, you can now check the "Square modification" box to sculpt and elevate terrain in rigid, square block formations.
Smooth Tool: Instantly soften jagged peaks and rough transitions with the dedicated "Smooth" button.
Invert Tool: Flip your terrain upside down! The new "Invert" button instantly turns mountains into craters and valleys into hills.
"Edges = 0" Feature: A highly requested feature! Toggle the "Edges = 0" checkbox to automatically sink and smooth the outer boundaries of your terrain, preventing ugly mesh outlines and Z-fighting in your 3D views.
Enhanced Usability & Control
Customizable Grid Divisions: You are no longer locked to the default mesh resolution. Use the new "Grid Divisions" spinner to scale your terrain's detail anywhere from a low-poly 4x4 up to a highly detailed 2048x2048 grid.
Smart Memory: The plugin now remembers your favorite settings between sessions! It will automatically recall your last-used height map directory, grid division settings, and preferred height values.
It can also used in combination with the upgraded Regular room plugin to create accurate / artistic height maps :-)
