Creating custom tiles

1. Name the image file a simple, appropriate name so it is easily read in Virtual Worlds Professional.
2. Save the image as a JPEG or .jpg file.

It is recommended to create your own custom tile catalogue instead of adding your new tile to a supplier's, as when the catalogue is updated, you will lose your custom tile information.

1. In the One Touch Tiling toolbar, click the Tile Browser icon.
   
   
   
    
2. In the Tile Browser window, click Catalogue Tools and select Catalogue Maintenance.
   
    
3. In the Catalogue Maintenance window, click New Catalogue.
   
    
4. The Save As window will open for you to save the custom tile file in Virtual World's Program Files.
    
   • Check the file address ends in: Virtual Worlds > Catalogue > Tiling.
     
      
5. Enter the name of your custom tile catalogue in File Name.
   
   
   
    
6. Click Save.
   
    
7. In the Catalogue Maintenance window, click OK.

The Tile Browser window will now refresh with your new catalogue.  The new file should now be selected in the Catalogue Name drop-down.  If it is not currently selected, click the drop-down to locate and select it.  

 

You are now ready to create a custom tile.

Once your image and tile catalogue is ready, take the following steps to create your custom tile.

1. In the One Touch Tiling toolbar, click the Tile Browser icon.
   
   
   
    
2. In the Tile Browser window, go to the Search section in the Catalogue tab and click the Catalogue Name drop-down.
   
   
   
    
3. Select the tile catalogue you want to host your custom tile.
   
    
4. Click Catalogue Tools and select Add/Edit Catalogue Entry.
   
    
5. Click Create New Tile.