How to use HeightField Tracing in D5 Render: Better surface detail and realism

July 24, 2026 1 min read

Autodesk Fusion 360

Video From YouTube: D5 Official




D5 showcases HeightField Tracing in D5 3.1, a tool that improves surface detail and realism for materials. The tutorial addresses common displacement and height-map artifacts, presenting two quick demos with clear before-and-after comparisons: adding height map displacement and cleaning brick wall details. Viewers learn practical setup tips, workflow adjustments and expected visual outcomes in real-time rendering. Concise chapters guide the session from problem explanation through demonstrations to summary. Ideal for archviz and 3D rendering artists seeking cleaner material displacement, enhanced texture fidelity, and faster iterations using D5's real-time engine. Compatibility and performance considerations are briefly highlighted to aid practical adoption.

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