# Applying Materials

Applying materials to your model is a simple and visual process. Just select the part of the model you want to apply a material to—the selected area will turn orange so you can easily identify it. Then, simply click on the material you want.

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The first option you’ll see is metal materials. By default, polished metals are displayed, but you have a wide range of finishes available to explore and apply, depending on the effect you want to achieve.&#x20;

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You’ll also notice that metals are available in different tones, so you can adjust each material to perfectly match your vision.

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Assigning gemstones is just as easy. Select the main gemstone in your model and, from the gemstones materials section, choose the one you prefer; in this example, we’ll choose **Ruby** for the main gemstones and use **diamonds** for the rest. Just like with metals, you’ll find several versions of the same gemstone. If you use the search tool and look for "Ruby," you’ll see up to four different options, each with its own unique characteristics and finishes.

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A useful tip: Connect automatically groups objects based on the layers in your model. This is designed to make your work much easier!
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All done! Your design is now ready to impress the world. See how easy and fun the process was? Just imagine everything you can create and share from here on out.

#### Branding with Backgrounds

Now let’s talk about the background color. This feature is perfect for giving your design that final touch and adapting it to your company’s branding. You’ll find endless options available, and you can even set different colors for the top and inner parts of the background. This way, you can personalize the presentation of your models down to the last detail.

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We’ll discuss the other options—such as environments, shadows, lighting, and advanced effects—in the next section.


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