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The Flow Painter Tool is a Unity Editor extension designed for creating and editing flow maps directly within the Unity Editor.

Render pipeline compatibility

The Built-in Render Pipeline is Unity’s default render pipeline. It is a general-purpose render pipeline that has limited options for customization. The Universal Render Pipeline (URP) is a Scriptable Render Pipeline that is quick and easy to customize, and lets you create optimized graphics across a wide range of platforms. The High Definition Render Pipeline (HDRP) is a Scriptable Render Pipeline that lets you create cutting-edge, high-fidelity graphics on high-end platforms.
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2022.3.37f1
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Additional compatibility information

you should Add the "Input system" for the pen presser sensetivity support to work

Description

🚀 Transform Your Environmental Effects in Half the Time


Professional Flow Maps Made Simple - No Coding Required



🔥 Why Flow Painter?

Tired of tedious flow map creation? Flow Painter lets you paint stunning wind, water, and magic effects directly in Unity - with real-time visualization and artist-friendly tools. Used by developers to create:

  • Flowing rivers & waterfalls 🌊
  • Dynamic wind-swept forests 🌳
  • Magical energy fields ✨
  • Realistic cloth simulation 🧵
  • Interactive particle flows 🌠
  • Support unity HDRB water system to draw current maps 🌊

Features 🌟

  • Flow Map Drawing: Draw and edit flow maps directly in the Unity Editor.
  • Multi-Resolution Support: Save and manage flow maps in various resolutions.
  • Custom Brushes: Use and create custom brushes, including erase and blur options.
  • Undo Functionality: Custom undo system to revert changes.
  • Debug Mode : Display flow lines and debug flow maps.
  • Live Updates: Real-time updates of flow maps during editing.

🚀 Getting Started is Simple


1. Import Package → 2. Open Window → 3. Start Painting


(Full installation guide included with video tutorial)



Usage Drawing Flow Maps 🎨

  1. Open the Tool: Go to Tools > Flow Painter to open the tool window.
  2. Create New Flow Map: Drag and drop your texture to generate a new flow map asset.
  3. Select Brush: Choose a brush from the available options or create a custom brush.
  4. Draw Flow Map: Use the selected brush to draw on the flow map in the Scene view.

🎯 Key Benefits


What You’ll Achieve in Minutes:


Cut Development Time - Paint complex flow maps 5x faster than manual coding


Pixel-Perfect Control - Fine-tune every ripple and current with pressure-sensitive brushes


Instant Visual Feedback - See changes in real-time with flow line visualization


Future-Proof Workflow - Export 256px to 4K textures for any platform


Risk-Free Iteration - Unlimited undo/redo lets you experiment freely



Editing Flow Maps 🖼️

  1. Load Flow Map: Open an existing flow map asset in the Flow Map Painting Tool window. Kabreet Games
  2. Modify Flow Map: Use brushes to adjust the flow map. Live updates will be visible in the Scene view.

3. Save Changes: Click Save to store modifications.

Custom Brushes 📜

  1. Add Custom Brush: Go to the Brush Settings Brushes.asset in “Assets\Plugins\Flow Painter\Editor\Settings” click Add New Brush to the list.
  2. Configure Brush: Set brush properties and upload your brush texture.
  3. Use Custom Brush: Select your custom brush from the brush list.

Undo Functionality 🚶‍➡️

  1. Undo Changes: Press Ctrl + Z (Cmd + Z on Mac) to undo the last change. Use the custom undo system provided by the tool.

Debug Mode 🔍

  1. Enable Debug Mode: Toggle the debug mode in the Flow Map Painting Tool window to display flow lines.
  2. Adjust Debug Settings: Configure the debug mode settings to suit your needs.

Troubleshooting 🧑‍🔧

  • Tool Not Showing: Ensure the package is correctly imported and the tool window is opened via Window > Flow Painter.
  • Brush Issues: Verify brush settings and ensure brush textures are properly configured.

Support 🎧

For additional support, visit our support page or contact us via email. contact@kabreetgames.com

License

The Flow Map Painting Tool is licensed under the Unity Asset Store End User License Agreement.

Technical details

Flow Map Painting Tool for Unity

Transform your game development workflow with our Flow Map Painting Tool, an essential editor extension designed for creating and refining flow maps directly within Unity. This powerful tool offers:

Intuitive Flow Map Drawing: Easily draw flow maps in the Unity Editor with real-time live updates, allowing for precise control and immediate feedback.

Multi-Resolution Support: Save your flow maps in multiple resolutions to ensure optimal performance and quality across different devices.

Custom Brush System: Utilize a variety of built-in brushes or create and add your own custom brushes for complete artistic freedom. Includes brush erase and blur options for fine-tuning your designs.

Undo Functionality: Implement a custom undo system to effortlessly revert changes and experiment with different design approaches.

Debug Mode: Visualize flow lines and debug your flow maps with ease using our dedicated debug mode.

Versatile Editing: Load and modify existing flow maps with live updates, enhancing your workflow and allowing for dynamic adjustments.

Elevate your game’s environmental interactions and streamline your map design process with this robust tool. Perfect for developers looking to add detailed flow maps and improve visual feedback in their projects. Get it now on the Asset Store and start creating with confidence!

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Aug 11, 2025

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