• Instant, clean topology and UVs
• Sliders + text prompts for fine control
• Unlimited previews & downloads on paid plans
• Upload a photo or type a prompt—Sloyd builds the model for you
• High-detail meshes with baked textures
• Unlimited generations with paid plan
| Use Parametric AI for precision and easy edits, then switch to Generative AI when you need original, detail-rich meshes. Mix and match in a single project—Sloyd handles the heavy lifting. *** ### Deep Dive: Two Workflows, One Creative Playground ### 1. Parametric AI (Template Editor) How it Works\ Professional artists craft modular templates. You drive them with sliders, toggles, or natural-language prompts to reshape geometry, add details, and apply materials in real time. Stand-Out Features * Visual WACK Widget – Click any part to reveal adjustable parameters. * Quick Palettes & Toon Shader – Swap colors or switch to cel-shading for stylized renders. * Snapshot Camera – Export transparent PNGs for marketing art at any angle. When to Choose Parametric AI * You need dozens of building variations for a game level—fast. * Clean topology and light polygon counts are non-negotiable. * You plan to rig, animate, or 3D-print the model later. *** ### 2. Generative AI (Image-to-3D & Text-to-3D) How it Works\ Upload a reference photo or type a prompt. Sloyd’s Generative AI synthesizes a high-detail mesh and textures—no 3D skills required. Presets for Perfect Output | Preset | Tri Count | Ideal Use | | ------------ | ------------------ | ------------------------------ | | High Quality | \~40 k | Cinematic renders, concept art | | Low Poly | \~5 k | VR, mobile, web games | | 3D Printing | Solid mesh, no UVs | Tabletop minis, prototypes | Pro Tips for Best Results * Use evenly lit, clutter-free photos. * Keep prompts focused on one object plus style keywords (“low-poly wooden crate”). * For printing, use the 3D printing preset. * Use the style presets in text-to-3D Current Limitations & Workarounds * Generative models are less editable; you can retouch materials, but geometry is fixed. Hidden features * Faces and ultra-complex scenes may need manual cleanup—use Parametric AI for precision parts, then layer Generative AI assets as background props. *** ### Choosing the Right Tool Inside Sloyd | If you need… | Use… | | ------------------------------------------------------ | --------------------------------- | | Clean, game-ready props you can tweak forever | Parametric AI | | A perfect replica of a client’s product photo | Generative AI (Image-to-3D) | | Wild creatures or imaginative concepts from a sentence | Generative AI (Text-to-3D) | | Hundreds of house variations for a city block | Parametric AI + randomize | | Quick render for marketing | Either workflow → Snapshot Camera | *** ### Use-Case Spotlights * Indie Game Devs – Populate levels with optimized assets, then export GLB or FBX. * 3D Printing Hobbyists – Generate minis: use 3D-Print preset, export STL. * Graphic & Motion Designers – Drop transparent PNG renders straight into Figma or After Effects. * Educators & Students – Teach 3D fundamentals without touching Blender. *** ### Getting Started in Under 5 Minutes 1. Sign Up at [sloyd.ai](https://sloyd.ai/) – Free tier includes Parametric AI previews. 2. Pick Your Workflow – Template Editor for structured assets, Generative AI for unique forms. 3. Iterate & Export – Unlimited downloads on paid plans; GLB, FBX, OBJ, or STL. 4. Share Links – Collaborate or gather feedback instantly.