Uploading Graphics
Graphics are 2D images and SVG files used in Pattern Designer and Design Canvas option blocks. They can include logos, patterns, decals, and artwork that users apply onto 3D surfaces.
Supported Formats
| Format | Use Case | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| SVG | Logos, patterns, vector art | Scalable; colour channels can be read and recoloured. |
| PNG | Photos, detailed graphics | Supports transparency. Best for raster graphics. |
| JPEG / JPG | Photos, prints | No transparency. Good for photographic decals. |
| WebP | General purpose | Modern format, excellent compression. |
File Limits
| Limit | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum file size | 10 MB per graphic |
| Recommended resolution (raster) | 1024x1024 to 2048x2048 pixels |
| SVG complexity | Keep under 500 paths for best performance |
How to Upload
- 1Navigate to Dashboard > Assets.
- 2Switch to the "Graphics" tab.
- 3Click "Upload" and select your image or SVG files.
- 4After upload, assign a name and category to each graphic.
- 5Graphics will become available in the Pattern Designer and Design Canvas option blocks.
Uploading SVG Files
SVG files are especially powerful in Simplio3D because the platform can read individual colour channels from the SVG, allowing end users to recolour specific parts of the design.
- 1Prepare your SVG in a vector editor (Illustrator, Figma, Inkscape). Use distinct fill colours for parts you want to be independently recolourable.
- 2Upload the SVG file via the Assets > Graphics tab.
- 3When the SVG is used in a Pattern Designer or Design Canvas option block, Simplio3D automatically detects the colour channels (distinct fill colours in the SVG).
- 4Each detected colour channel becomes a configurable option — users can change individual colours at runtime.
#FF0000) for the icon and a black fill (#000000) for the text, Simplio3D will detect two colour channels. Users can then independently change the icon colour and text colour in the configurator.Using Graphics in Option Blocks
Pattern Designer
Apply repeating patterns onto 3D surfaces. Supports SVG and raster images with adjustable scale, rotation, and offset.
Design Canvas
Place graphics freely on a 3D surface. Users can position, scale, and rotate decals, logos, or artwork.
Categories
Organise graphics into categories such as "Logos", "Patterns", "Decals", "Icons", etc. When creating option blocks, you can filter by category to quickly find the right graphic.