Creator Info

Learn how to leverage the Creator Info System for your Clothes

Introduction

The Creator Info feature in Durty Cloth Tool allows users to define and store metadata about individual clothing items. This metadata provides valuable information about the creator, support resources, and descriptions. The data is stored within the .dctpackage export format and is designed to enhance collaboration and troubleshooting by preserving key details about the clothing item.

Overview of Creator Info Tab

When selecting a clothing item in the tool, a new Creator Info tab is available. This tab provides fields for adding relevant metadata and notes about the selected item.

Creator Info Tab for Durty Cloth Project Items

Fields and Options

1. Creator Name

   • Enter the name of the creator or author of the clothing item.

   • Useful for crediting the original creator in cases of ports, conversions, or edits.

2. Website/Store URL

   • Provide a link to the creator’s main website or online store.

   • Helps users find more of the creator's work or purchase additional content.

3. Support URL

   • Enter a link to support resources, such as help documentation or troubleshooting guides.

   • This is particularly useful for end-users who may need assistance with the item.

4. Description

   • Add a brief description of the clothing item.

   • Ideal for documenting details like functionality, usage notes, or the history of the item’s creation.

5. Lock Information on Export

   • If this option is enabled, the Creator Info metadata will become locked upon exporting the item as a .dctpackage.

   • Locked metadata ensures that the information remains uneditable, preserving the integrity of the creator's input.

Exporting and Compatibility

The Creator Info metadata is exclusively available when exporting items in the .dctpackage format. This format provides several benefits:

• Retains metadata, including creator information and descriptive notes.

• Allows naming of both the clothing item and its texture variations.

• Enhances collaboration and troubleshooting by preserving essential details.

See Import & Export Formats for more information regarding Durty Cloth Project Import & Export formats.

Use Cases

• Attribution: Credit the original author of a clothing item.

• Support: Direct users to appropriate resources for troubleshooting or additional information.

• Notes: Add personal or technical notes to assist with organization and collaboration.

Managing Locked Information

When the Lock Information on Export option is enabled:

• The Creator Info fields become immutable in the exported .dctpackage file.

• The locking mechanism is designed to protect sensitive or critical metadata from being altered by downstream users.

If you need to modify the metadata after export, ensure the locking option is disabled before exporting the .dctpackage.

Summary

The Creator Info feature is a powerful addition to the Durty Cloth Tool, enabling users to document, attribute, and share critical information about their clothing items in a structured and professional manner.