Image Folders, Batch Binding, Skins, and Outfit Changes

right_test_blue.psd has the same canvas, layer names, and part positions as the base file; only its colors differ. It is a dedicated outfit-changing exercise and can be downloaded and imported directly.

1. 1

   Import resources only, not another rig

   Choose Import PSD, disable Auto-assemble PSD, select right_test_blue.psd, and create a target folder named blue.

   Expected resultBlue slices enter only the blue resource folder without a second skeleton or animation set.

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2. 2

   Compare the two resource folders

   Expand default and blue to confirm matching part names. The character still uses the default images.

   Expected resultResource names match and their colors are genuinely different.

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   Open auto-binding for blue

   In the blue folder actions, choose Auto-bind to Slots by Matching Reference. Set Current folder to blue and Reference folder to default.

   Expected resultThe dialog clearly identifies current and reference folders in the correct direction.

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2. 2

   Choose whether to copy meshes and weights

   When sizes match and the target is not already meshed, you may enable Copy Mesh and Weight Data. If the blue assets need independent deformation, evaluate that first.

   Expected resultMatching images join the appropriate slots as inactive attachment candidates, leaving default visible.

3. 3

   Inspect the binding counts

   Review added, existing, unmatched, and mesh-copied or skipped counts. Investigate every unmatched item.

   Expected resultEvery intended slot has a blue candidate without forcing the current appearance to change.

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   Create the default skin

   Add default in Skins. With the base appearance visible, use Link Currently Displayed Images to This Skin to record the active attachment in every slot.

   Expected resultThe default skin contains the complete base appearance without changing the current display.

2. 2

   Activate blue candidates and create blue

   Switch the target slots to blue attachments individually or use the slot attachment switching tools. After the blue appearance is visible, create blue and link the currently displayed images.

   Expected resultblue references blue attachments while default keeps the original references.

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3. 3

   Switch back and forth and play

   Switch between default and blue, then play idle, walk, and attack. Check every slot, mesh deformation, and weapon.

   Expected resultThe skeleton and animations are shared; only attachment appearance changes, without rebuilding or renaming animations.

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