: Many materials in the library include a "use tri-planar mapping" feature, which allows you to apply textures to complex objects without needing manual UV unwrapping.

: Use this node-based interface to visualize and edit complex shader networks.

The Ultimate Guide to the V-Ray Material Library for 3ds Max 2023

: Once downloaded, these assets are saved locally, allowing you to use them even without an internet connection. Advanced Material Editing

In V-Ray 6 and later, the native preset material library is fully integrated into the Chaos Cosmos Browser .

With the release of , the way you access these materials has evolved, moving from a standalone asset browser to the more integrated Chaos Cosmos Browser . How to Access the Material Library

Once you have imported a material from the library, you can customize it further using the 3ds Max Material Editor .

: Click the Chaos Cosmos icon on the V-Ray toolbar.

: Use the "Browse Materials in Cosmos" button to see all available V-Ray shaders.

: If you have older scenes with legacy materials (like Mental Ray), use the V-Ray Scene Converter to transform them into V-Ray-compatible materials.