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thanks!

I can make a shortcut for source sdk, but i cant seem to find a way to make one for hammer directly. Is this possible?

ahhh allright, well the map works fine so i'll just ignore it... and i did just replace my detail.vbsp, so thats probably the issue.

I'm getting this in my compile

Placing detail props : 0...1...2Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
...3...4...5...6...7...8...9...Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!
Material STONE/BLENDCOBBLEDIRT001A uses unknown detail object type grassland1!

It doesnt seem to affect anything, but this is a texture im using on some displacements i have on the map... and i was wondering if anyne knows whats wrong? Thanks

Allright, my map is coming along fairly well, but im having a problem. I can compile with fast vis and rad, just to get a feel for how the map will look. But when i'm compiling with "normal" vis and rad it just seems to stall out. The compiling machine is a P4 3.6ghz 1gb ddr2-633... i let it run for a full hour and it stalled out on "portal flow". I also put it on my other pc (2.8ghz 1gb pc3300), and i get the same results. Any ideas?

Friends list sucks... has tonnes of problems

I was having trouble with that tutorial as well. I was informed there is an easier way. Make a brush with the nodraw texture. (i use one thats about a unit thick and place it in front of my ladder prop) Then apply the tools/ladder texture to the side of it you intend to be the climbing surface. It's a red looking texture that says "ladder" on it. Select the brush and press CTRL+T to tie to entitiy. select "func_ladder" from the dropdown list. this should work, and is how i am currently making ladders. Credit to RabidMonkey for informing me of this solution.

Are hl2 and cs:source both installed? Make sure you've at least loaded both games into their main menu screens.

thaknks guys

Ok, i hear water cannont be applied in 2 different levels on the map? as in having some on a lower point in your map, then having more higher up in the map. is this true?

I have created a ramp, and the texture applies to it the wrong way, IE, the sides show the texture horizontally, but the ramp itself goes vertical, what am i doing wrong?

Still need to know how to scale objects from maya into HWE... unsure how to get the measurments right between these 2 programs... thanks.

Ahh yes, had a chance to check that out, thanks.

2 questions. When i make a prop static in my map, it first i couldnt see it, untill i pulled out the radius for it a bit... I do notice however it lets you pull out the radius 2 times... what are the functions of both of these? Also, I'm unsure if anyone else uses maya, but how do you ensure your models in maya are scaled correctly into Hammer? I was going to make a metal archway support structure for one of my buildings, but i have no idea how maya will translate into hammer... thanks.

Hehehe, my mother would credit you for correcting my grammar I'm sure i'll have more than enough questions for everyone. I'm also sure you can see where I'm coming from asking for some support over comms. I personally retain much more and learn better through hearing and interacting. So thats why I ask. Hell I might set up a vent server just for mappers if people want to exchange ideas... And, when i've learned enough i'll contribute myself.

Rabid, i dont want to bust out the server info publicly... and i cant seem to find a personal messaging system in the forums. Feel free to email me and i'll get you the info, thanks!

Hello. I'm a new cs:source mapper, and of course i have many questions about the entire process. Tutorials from web sites such as this are always a great help. However, I still want some one on one help from an experienced mapper, who can answer questions and perhaps walk me through a few things. I'm looking to have someone join my ventrilo server in their spare time, perhaps when they are mapping as well, and perhaps lend a helping hand by answering some questions i have as i'm creating my map. I'm no artistic genius, but I do believe if it's worth doing it's worth doing right. I got into mapping for fun, and as an exscuse to learn Maya 6 as well. I'm NOT annoying, and I wont try to take up too much of your time. I can offer access to a great FTP server, and I can more than likely host your maps for download if you so desire. (this is on a t3 connect). BTW, if you are under 18, or are offended easily by swearing, this probably isnt the ventrilo server for you Anyhow, if you are someone who spends a good deal of time mapping, wouldnt mind logging onto ventrilo while you do so, and is open to some questions, please post back with a way to contact you and I will be sure to do so! Emailing me at aboleth@hotmail.com is also fine, just make sure you post here telling me you did, as i get lots of junk in there Thanks!