How to compile a model tutorial

So, first, most important thing you will need is StudioCompiler, which is a software that give StudioMDL and Vtex a GUI.You can download it here : Chaosincarnate.net

Once you downloaded it, you have to extract the files in :

C:/Program Files/Steam/steamapps/username/sourcesdk/bin/ep1/bin.If you have any bug, go to

C:/Program Files/Steam/steamapps/username/sourcesdk/launcher/GameInfo.txt, open it, and change ToolsAppid from 211 to -211, this should work(I hope).

So, once you done all these steps, create a shorcut of Studiocompiler on your desktop, and open it, you should have this :

This screenshot shows the model compile tab.This is the graphical interface for studioMDL.

For this tutorial I will use a table i made.(or you own model).After having exported the 3 SMD's (table_ref, table_phys, table_idle), you have to type table.mdl in the Compiled Model File. and drag the table_ref in Reference SMD.Set the Model Type to prop_static, in Sequences, check "Use reference SMD", and in collisions, drag the table_phys SMD.

you should have this :

Then, click compile!

You model is now ready for source, you can click view model in StudioCompiler to open HLMV(Half-Life Model Viewer) and see...that there are no any textures !!

So let's texture !^^

Go into the material compile tab in StudioCompiler.In shader choose the shader VertexLitGeneric if you want a model texture or LightMappedGeneric for a map texture.Same thing in Compiled Material Directory , choose materials/models for models and materials/ for map textures.

in our case we will choose VertexLitGeneric, choose material/models, and type table under Compiled material directory.Then drag your TGA textures in Materials.

You should have :

Then Click Compile.If it works, you should have this :

(Sorry for mistake)After having compiled your textures, go back to the Model Compile tab, and click again compile.Click on View Model, click File -> Load model..., and type table.mdl and there you should have your beautiful model !