Cinema 4D Tip: Streamline Asset Exporting in Cinema 4D with CV-SmartExport Plugin

May 20, 2025 2 min read

Cinema 4D Tip: Streamline Asset Exporting in Cinema 4D with CV-SmartExport Plugin

If you're looking to streamline your workflow when exporting assets from Cinema 4D, the CV-SmartExport plugin is an essential tool. Developed by Cineversity, this plugin simplifies the process of exporting selected objects and hierarchies, preserving materials, animations, and more.

Here's how you can make the most of CV-SmartExport:

  • Simple Export of Selected Objects: Instead of exporting entire scenes, CV-SmartExport allows you to export only the objects you need. Simply select the objects in your scene and use the plugin to export them directly.
  • Maintain Hierarchy and Animations: The plugin preserves the parent-child relationships and any keyframe animations, ensuring that your exported assets retain their structure and motion in other applications.
  • Support for Various Formats: CV-SmartExport supports multiple file formats such as FBX, OBJ, and ABC (Alembic), providing flexibility depending on your project requirements.
  • Automatic Material Handling: Materials and textures applied to your objects are automatically included in the export, saving you the hassle of manually reassigning them later.
  • Batch Export Capabilities: Export multiple objects or groups simultaneously, greatly speeding up your workflow when dealing with complex scenes.

To get started with CV-SmartExport:

  1. Download and install the plugin from Cineversity.
  2. Restart Cinema 4D to load the plugin.
  3. In your scene, select the objects you wish to export.
  4. Go to Extensions > CV-Smart Export to access the plugin settings.
  5. Choose your preferred export options and file format.
  6. Click Export and select the destination folder.

By incorporating CV-SmartExport into your workflow, you can significantly reduce the time spent on preparing assets for external use, whether for game engines, other 3D applications, or collaboration with team members.

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