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Building & Creating – Advanced Edition

The GBG Metaverse supports advanced building, scripting, and content creation. Whether you're a beginner or a professional creator, this guide covers everything you need to build efficiently, beautifully, and safely in GBG.

Basic Building Tools

  • Right-click → Build to rez primitives
  • Use Move, Rotate, Stretch tools for shaping
  • Shift + Drag to duplicate objects
  • Lock objects to prevent accidental movement

Advanced Shaping Techniques

  • Use Path Cut, Hollow, Taper, Twist for complex shapes
  • Link multiple prims into a single object
  • Use Align Tools for perfect symmetry
  • Enable Show Hidden Selection for precise editing

Texturing & Materials

  • Apply textures to individual faces
  • Use Planar mapping for clean alignment
  • Add Normal and Specular maps for realism
  • Use Glow and Full Bright for neon cyberpunk effects

Scripting (LSL / OSSL)

  • Use state machines for complex logic
  • Avoid heavy timers to reduce lag
  • Use llRegionSayTo for targeted communication
  • Test scripts in a sandbox before deploying

Permissions & Object Settings

  • Set Copy/Modify/Transfer permissions correctly
  • Use Group Build for team projects
  • Never sell items with full perms unless intended
  • Use Phantom for walk-through objects

Optimization & Performance

  • Keep prim count low when possible
  • Avoid high-resolution textures unless needed
  • Remove unused scripts
  • Clean temporary objects regularly

Region Settings for Creators

  • Set landing points for visitors
  • Control particles, physics, and scripts
  • Use Environment Editor for sky/water presets
  • Manage access lists and ban lists

Professional Creator Workflow

  • Organize your inventory by project
  • Take preview photos for vendors
  • Use vendor systems for selling
  • Track sales and customer feedback

Troubleshooting

  • Object not rezzing? – Check parcel permissions
  • Script not running? – Check region script limits
  • Texture blurry? – Viewer may need cache refresh
  • Object disappearing? – Auto-return may be active

Building in GBG is powerful, flexible, and creator-friendly. With the right tools and techniques, you can create anything from simple props to full cyberpunk cities. Experiment, learn, and bring your imagination to life.