Free Download of Daz to Blender 8 and Its Implications on Custom Locations

When it comes to working with Blender, having a custom location can be a significant advantage. One of the key benefits is that you don't need Admin Permissions to modify files in this location, making your workflow smoother and more efficient. I've found that installing a top-level location called 'Blender' in my C drive works well for me, as it allows me to install various builds of Blender without any issues.

However, there are some restrictions imposed by Windows on files changed in this location. For instance, the installer location doesn't work very well with Blender by default (in Program Files/Blender Foundation). To overcome this issue, I've started using a custom location for my Blender installation, which is currently version 2.92.

Another challenge I faced was getting the DAZ to Blender bridge working correctly. Unlike other bridges in DAZ Studio 4.15, this one doesn't seem to work seamlessly. I understand that this might be due to some 'hip-and-trendy software decisions' introducing features that aren't necessarily requested by users like me.

In my case, I've found a way to make the bridge work and thought it would be helpful to document these notes for future reference. After all, I'm prone to forget things over time! The first step was to install Blender 2.3.9, which has seen several updates since my initial attempt. To be honest, my previous experience with the official DAZ to Blender bridge wasn't great, but I'm willing to give it another try.

By using a custom location for my Blender installation and finding a way to make the DAZ to Blender bridge work, I've been able to streamline my workflow and reduce any potential issues. While this might not be applicable to everyone, I hope that my experience can serve as a helpful example for those who are looking for ways to optimize their use of Daz to Blender 8.

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