/Terra-NoiseTool

Tool for visualising noise functions using Terra configuration.

Primary LanguageJavaGNU General Public License v3.0GPL-3.0

Noise Tool

This tool allows you to visualise and edit Terra noise configurations. Features include:

  • 2D, 3D and Voxel rendering of the noise function itself
  • Minimum/Maximum values of the function
  • Plots of the distribution of noise values
  • Time taken to generate the noise
  • YAML editor with syntax highlighting and basic auto-completion.
  • Ability to load/save configurations.
  • Ability to save renders to images.
  • Ability to pan noise renders by dragging.

Using the tool

To use the tool, simply download the latest release, and run it. A window will open up containing an editor on the left, and a render of the noise function on the right.

Reloading the config

This tool allows you to reload the config live. To do so, simply select Noise > Render, or press F5.

Setting the seed

To set the noise seed, go to the Settings panel on the right side of the application, and set the "Seed" spinner.

Plotting distribution

To view the noise distribution, see the "Distribution" panel on the right.

Loading/Saving configurations

To load/Save configurations, use the File menu. Standard keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl+O, Ctrl+S, Ctrl+Shift+S) are available as well. To save noise renders to an image, select File > Save Render As or use Ctrl+Alt+S.