# First Addon Tattoo

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## Introduction

This guide will walk you through creating your first addon tattoo resource using **Durty Cloth Tool**. Before starting, ensure you have **Durty Cloth Tool** installed and a **Cloth Project** created. If you need help with these steps, refer to the following documentation:

* [Installing Durty Cloth Tool](https://docs.gta.clothing/getting-started/quickstart)
* [Creating a Cloth Project](https://docs.gta.clothing/first-cloth-resource#id-1.-creating-your-first-cloth-project)

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Additionally, you’ll need a square-format image for your tattoo. Square images are required as this is the format the game uses for tattoos.
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## Step 1: Open the 3D Tattoo Editor

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To position your tattoo correctly on the player model, we’ll use the **3D Tattoo Editor** provided by Pleb Masters: Forge. You can access the editor at:

[**Pleb Masters: Forge 3D Tattoo Editor**](https://forge.plebmasters.de/tattoo3d/)

This tool lets you:

* Position the tattoo on the desired area of the player model.
* Scale the tattoo.
* Rotate the tattoo to fit correctly on the body.

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In order to use the Pleb Masters: Forge 3D Tattoo Editor it is required to be logged in. If you haven't got a Pleb Masters account yet, easily create one using Discord by logging in to the website in the upper right corner.
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## Step 2: Upload Your Tattoo Image

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1. In the **3D Tattoo Editor**, click the **Upload Tattoo Image** button.
2. Select your tattoo image file (ensure it is in square format).
3. Use the following settings to define the tattoo's placement:
   * **Gender**: Select Male or Female.
   * **Zone**: Choose the body zone where the tattoo will appear (e.g., Torso, Arm).
   * **UV Position (X/Y)**: Adjust the sliders to position the tattoo on the body.
   * **Scale**: Modify the tattoo’s size proportionally using the **Scale** slider. Lock or unlock the aspect ratio as needed.
   * **Rotation**: Use the rotation slider to align the tattoo properly.

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**Recommended Tattoo Size is 512x512**, keep in mind 1024x1024 is the maximum size that the game engine supports.
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## Step 3: Create the Tattoo in Durty Cloth Tool

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As previously mentioned, this requires to have a updated Version of Durty Cloth Tool installed, see [quickstart](https://docs.gta.clothing/getting-started/quickstart "mention") and [#id-1.-creating-your-first-cloth-project](https://docs.gta.clothing/first-cloth-resource#id-1.-creating-your-first-cloth-project "mention") for information how to prepare a Cloth Project in before.
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Once satisfied with the positioning, scaling, and rotation:

1. **Option 1: Use "Create Tattoo in Durty Cloth Tool" Button**
   * Press the **Create Tattoo in Durty Cloth Tool** button.
   * This will directly add the tattoo to your currently loaded project in **Durty Cloth Tool**.
   * If prompted, confirm running the link with the **Durty Cloth Tool Launcher** to proceed.
2. **Option 2: Copy Raw Values**
   * Alternatively, press the **Copy** button to manually copy the UV Position, Scale, and Rotation values.
   * You can then input these values manually within Durty Cloth Tool or use them to manually create tattoo related meta files.

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In case the 'Create Tattoo in Durty Cloth Tool' Button doesn't create the tattoo in your Durty Cloth Tool instance, make sure you have the latest version installed and **try closing any currently running Durty Cloth Tool instances**.

As last resort it is always possible to manually add the tattoo in your Durty Cloth Project and apply the copied raw values using the right click context menu and selecting '**Paste UV Pos/Scale Data**'.
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## Step 4: Adjust Tattoo Settings in Durty Cloth Tool

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Once the tattoo is added to your project in **Durty Cloth Tool**, you can fine-tune additional settings:

* **Gender**: Set the tattoo to be available for both genders if desired.
* **Additional Options**: Modify any other available settings for the tattoo (e.g., DLC name, zone restrictions).

## Step 5: Build the Project

Finally, build your project to generate the addon tattoo resource. Refer to the [Build Options Documentation](https://docs.gta.clothing/basics/essential-knowledge/build-options) for detailed information on the various available building options.

## Step 6: Configure your tattoo script

In order to load and test your new addon tattoos in game, an tattoo script is required. There is plenty available for the various platforms existing if you haven't got one yet.

Due to the nature of how addon tattoos work, these scripts usually require additional configurations to be done in order to preview your tattoo in game. Please see our [dynamic-config-builders](https://docs.gta.clothing/basics/useful-to-know/dynamic-config-builders "mention") article for more information regarding configuration files DCT can automatically generate for you.

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In most cases we recommend getting in contact with your tattoo script creator to get support on configuring your new addon tattoos.\
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Ticking the "**Tattoos info dump**" configuration **option in the Build Window** will also make sure you have a file that contains all information required for most tattoo script configuration files.
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## Step 7: Profit

You just created your first GTA 5 addon tattoo resource wohoo!&#x20;

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## Additional Notes

* **Free Version Support**: Durty Cloth Tool allows up to 5 tattoos to be added completely free of charge. For larger projects, consider subscribing to one of the available licensing tiers.
* **Convenience**: Using the **Create Tattoo in Durty Cloth Tool** button is the fastest and easiest method to add tattoos to your project.

## Summary

You’ve successfully created and added your first addon tattoo using **Durty Cloth Tool** and the **3D Tattoo Editor**. With these tools, you can now expand your tattoo collection and customize them to fit your needs perfectly.&#x20;

Lets continue by adding clothes to your newly created Durty Cloth Project! Click on one of the cards below to continue. See you there 🚀

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