How do I assign maps automatically to model downloads?

[philvanderloo]

Every time I download a model from a website, like books, I open the .max file and everything is as it should be.

But when I merge the books into another scene, none of the maps are present.

I thought if they were in the same folder as the model it would be automatic.

Is there a quick easy way to assign these maps without going into each material individually and changing the path?

[Francisco Penaloza]

That is because Max is a little clumpsy to manage maps. It will show the maps in your material editor but it will still have the absolute address of the original model.

I will strongly recommend to use script called relink bitmap. it is great to relink all textures and proxies for your scene.

[philvanderloo]

Been meaning to come back to this thread to say Thank You Francisco. Relink bitmaps does the trick and is a great tool.

Phil