is a specialized retopology plugin for Autodesk 3ds Max designed to conform low-poly geometry to a high-poly target. Originally released in 2009 by The Pixel Hive , it has recently been released as a
compatible with 3ds Max versions ranging from 2009 up to 2024. Core Purpose and Use Cases Retopology
: It is primarily used to create clean, lightweight meshes over complex high-resolution sculpts from software like ZBrush or Mudbox. Proxy Generation
: Artists use it to build low-poly proxies for physics collision detection or Level of Detail (LOD) assets. Mesh Conforming
: It excels at snapping geometry to organic or hard-surface "target" objects while allowing the user to remain within the 3ds Max interface. Key Features Editable Poly Workflow wrapit 3ds max
: Unlike standalone retopology tools, Wrapit lets you use standard 3ds Max Editable Poly
tools while it actively keeps vertices snapped to the high-poly surface. Projection Modes
: It offers multiple methods for conforming meshes, including Closest Point Vertex Normal Screen Space Painting Tools Strip Paint
: Allows freehand or "click" painting of quad strips directly onto the target mesh. Branch Painting is a specialized retopology plugin for Autodesk 3ds
: Specifically for creating cylindrical or branch-like topology.
: A feature for the automatic generation of quad-based meshes based on the target object's shape. Relax Tools
: Specialized relax functions that smooth out topology while ensuring it stays strictly on the target surface. Modern Alternatives in 3ds Max
While Wrapit remains a favorite for some due to its specific toolset, many of its functions have been partly superseded by native 3ds Max tools: CG Channel Conform Modifier : Used for wrapping meshes or 3D text around other objects. Retopology Tools Once unwrapped, WrapIt includes a powerful packing engine
: A dedicated modifier for automatic mesh optimization introduced in later versions of Max. PolyDraw (Freeform Tools)
: Integrated tools for drawing geometry on surfaces found in the Graphite Modeling Tools ribbon. CG Channel Conform modifier for simple text wrapping? Wrapit Introduction
hi this is an introduction to the 3d studio max plugging rapid rapid is a tool for conforming low poly meshes to high poly meshes. The Pixel Hive Wrapit 1.0 Released - ScriptSpot
Once unwrapped, WrapIt includes a powerful packing engine that automatically scales and rotates UV islands to maximize texel density. It can even pack around overlapping shells to save space.
For hard-surface models (e.g., a sci-fi weapon or a chair), WrapIt can analyze your mesh geometry and automatically place seams along hard edges or areas of high curvature. This is often a one-click solution.