Setting up graphics in the Prodboard planner

Graphics settings are a key tool for optimizing the planner’s performance based on your computer's capabilities. Upon your first login to Prodboard, you will be able to configure these settings to balance image quality and performance. Let's look in detail at the main settings and their impact on system operation.

Main Graphics Settings

1. Resolution

This parameter directly affects image quality.

• The higher the resolution, the sharper the image.
• However, high resolution requires more computer resources, which can decrease performance on less powerful devices.

2. Texture Quality

Allows you to choose the size of textures used in the scene.

• High texture quality increases the detail of objects, especially noticeable when zoomed in.
• However, it affects:
  • Project loading speed: more detailed textures load slower.
  • RAM usage: the higher the texture quality, the more memory they occupy.

Important: changes to this parameter only take effect after refreshing the page.

3. Shadow Quality

This controls the realism of shadows on the scene.

• High shadow quality (e.g., Ultra) is only available on high-resolution screens (HD or above) and with sufficient computer power.
• Using settings below Medium reduces the load on the graphics card, which is beneficial for less powerful devices.

4. Ambient Occlusion

This effect adds depth and realism to the scene by shading areas with limited light access:

• Room corners.
• Object joints.
• Narrow gaps between items.

The effect creates soft shadows, making the scene more expressive and visually appealing.

5. Bloom

An effect of soft glow for bright objects, visually "extending" their light beyond their borders.

• Especially noticeable on objects with the Emission parameter enabled (glow).
• Gives the scene an artistic and stylized look.

6. Film Grain

Imitates the fine graininess of classic film stock.

• Creates a texture for the scene, adding an artistic effect.
• Can be useful for stylization or giving the project an "analog" feel.

7. Tone Mapping

The process of converting a wide dynamic range (HDR) into standard dynamic range (SDR) for display on screens.

• It is recommended to use the ACESFilmic setting, which ensures balanced display of brightness and contrast.
• For those who like to experiment, other modes are available.

8. Background

Allows you to change the background color behind the scene.

• For example, you can choose a solid color that will serve as the base for your visualization.
  
  

Important: changes take effect only after refreshing the page.

Setup Tips

1. Optimize settings for your device:
   If your computer has limited resources, start with reduced texture quality, shadow quality, and resolution.

2. Don't be afraid to experiment:
   Many effects like Bloom or Ambient Occlusion can be turned on or off to achieve the desired result.

3. Use the reset button:
   If you want to return to the original settings, there's always a reset button available in the interface.

Note: graphics settings do not affect render quality. These are exclusively browser settings that influence how the project looks on the screen.