# Render Network Knowledge Base ## Render Knowledge Base - [Render Network Knowledge Base](https://know.rendernetwork.com/master.md): Everything you need to know about the Render Network - [Important Safety Information](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/stay-safe.md): Keeping yourself safe in the crypto-world - [Render Network Official Links and Channels](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/stay-safe-1.md): Official links from the Render Foundation - [RNDR to RENDER: What you need to know](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/rndr-to-render-what-you-need-to-know.md): A guide to everything you, as a Render Network user, will need to know about the changes with the Render Network and the upgrade from Ethereum (RNDR) to Solana (RENDER) - [Setting up a Solana Wallet](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/rndr-to-render-what-you-need-to-know/setting-up-a-solana-wallet.md): A step-by-step guide to setting up one of the more popular Solana compatible wallets - [Setting up a Solana Compatible Ledger Wallet](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/rndr-to-render-what-you-need-to-know/setting-up-a-solana-wallet/setting-up-a-solana-compatible-ledger-wallet.md): How to use a hardware wallet with Solana - [Using the Solana Upgrade Assistance Tool](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/rndr-to-render-what-you-need-to-know/using-the-solana-upgrade-assistance-tool.md): How to upgrade your RNDR (ETH) Tokens into RENDER (SOL) - [\[Legacy Topics\] Bridging RNDR ERC-20 Polygon Tokens to Upgrade](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/rndr-to-render-what-you-need-to-know/legacy-topics-bridging-rndr-erc-20-polygon-tokens-to-upgrade.md) - [Render Network Upgrade Portal FAQ](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/rndr-to-render-what-you-need-to-know/render-network-upgrade-portal-faq.md): Answers to common questions regarding Solana and the upgrade - [Central Exchanges RNDR to RENDER Upgrades](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/rndr-to-render-what-you-need-to-know/central-exchanges-rndr-to-render-upgrades.md): Exchanges upgrading RNDR to RENDER for users. - [\[Legacy Topics\] Migrating RNDR Genesis Tokens and ERC-20 RNDR Token Info](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/rndr-to-render-what-you-need-to-know/legacy-topics-migrating-rndr-genesis-tokens-and-erc-20-rndr-token-info.md) - [Creators and Node Operators: Where do you fit?](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/what-role-am-i.md): Figuring out what role is best for you on the Render Network - [How to get started as a Node Operator](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/what-role-am-i/how-to-get-started-1.md): Joining the network, setting up your node and understanding Render Network - [Connecting your Node to the Render Network](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/what-role-am-i/how-to-get-started-1/connecting-your-node-to-the-rndr-network.md): Downloading the Render Network client and earning your first RNDR - [Running Multiple Programs or Tasks](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/what-role-am-i/how-to-get-started-1/running-multiple-programs-or-tasks.md): Getting the most out of the Render Network client - [Running at Full Wattage](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/what-role-am-i/how-to-get-started-1/running-at-full-wattage.md): Understanding the power needs of Render Network - [Render Compute Network GPU Compute Node Waitlist FAQ](https://know.rendernetwork.com/general-render-network/what-role-am-i/how-to-get-started-1/render-compute-network-gpu-compute-node-waitlist-faq.md): Answer to common questions about joining Dispersed, previously known as the Render Compute Network - [How to Use the Render Network - Artist Guide](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started.md): Step-by-step guide to get you creating on Render Network - [Preparing a scene](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/preparing-a-scene.md): Setting up your files ahead of upload - [Working with Particles, Attributes and Dynamics](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/working-with-particles-attributes-and-dynamics.md): Avoiding common errors when setting up your scene - [Upload ORBX Scene for Rendering](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/upload-orbx-scene-for-rendering.md): Guiding you through your first upload - [Using ORBX from Unreal Engine](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/upload-orbx-scene-for-rendering/using-orbx-from-unreal-engine.md): A guide to exporting ORBX files to the Render Network when using Unreal Engine - [Using ORBX From Blender](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/upload-orbx-scene-for-rendering/using-orbx-from-blender.md): A guide to using the Render Network from Blender - [Using ORBX From Houdini](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/upload-orbx-scene-for-rendering/using-orbx-from-houdini.md): Guide to Exporting ORBX Files from Houdini for Use on the Render Network - [Using ORBX From Solaris (Houdini)](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/upload-orbx-scene-for-rendering/using-orbx-from-houdini/using-orbx-from-solaris-houdini.md): A guide to using the Render Network with Solaris in Houdini - [Create Job Parameters for Rendering](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/create-job-parameters-for-rendering.md): Setting up your scene - [Advanced Job Paramaters: Minimum VRAM & Maximum GPUs](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/advanced-job-paramaters-minimum-vram-and-maximum-gpus.md): Guide to using Advanced Job Settings on the Render Network - [Linear EXR workflows and recommended DWA compression](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/recommended-dwa-compression.md): Avoiding common errors through compression - [Select Render Tier](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/select-rndr-tier.md): Picking the settings that are right for you - [Estimate Job Costs Prior to Rendering](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/estimate-job-costs-prior-to-rendering.md): Understanding what contributes to RNDR costs - [Adding Funds to Your Account](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/adding-tokens-to-your-account.md): Understanding the different payment streams on Render Network - [Review and Approve Frames](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/review-and-approve-frames.md): Double checking your frames - [Requesting a New Node](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/requesting-a-new-node.md): Re-rendering your work in case of errors - [Downloading and Sharing Completed Frames](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/downloading-and-sharing-completed-frames.md): Figuring out the end-of-work flow - [Uploading Scenes From Cloud Storage](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/uploading-scenes-from-cloud-storage.md): Using cloud storage services (Dropbox, Google Drive, Amazon S3) you can upload scenes to Render Network. - [Downloading Directly to Cloud Storage Providers](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/downloading-directly-to-cloud-storage-providers.md): Guides to using third party cloud storage providers like Dropbox, AWS, and more - [Using the Render Network Cloud Storage Integration for Dropbox](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/downloading-directly-to-cloud-storage-providers/using-the-render-network-cloud-storage-integration-for-dropbox.md): A guide to using the Render Network Dropbox cloud storage integration - [Using the Render Network Cloud Storage Integration for AWS S3](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/downloading-directly-to-cloud-storage-providers/using-the-render-network-cloud-storage-integration-for-aws-s3.md): A Guide to using the AWS S3 cloud storage integration on the Render Network - [Using Cloud Storage When Manually Approving Renders](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/downloading-directly-to-cloud-storage-providers/using-cloud-storage-when-manually-approving-renders.md): A Guide to Using Cloud Storage When Manually Approving Renders - [The Render Network for Apple Users](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/the-render-network-for-apple-users.md): Information about getting started with Octane X - [Render Network Tutorials](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-tutorials.md): Recommended Guides and Tutorials on Using the Render Network - [Getting Started with Brilly](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-tutorials/getting-started-with-brilly.md): Walking through everything you will need to know to start your first scene on the Render Network - [Going behind the process with Zomax](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-tutorials/going-behind-the-process-with-zomax.md): A look at how a professional creator uses the Network - [Understanding Caustic Rendering with Silverwing](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-tutorials/understanding-caustic-rendering-with-silverwing.md): Going deep into theory behind Caustics and the difficulties with rendering them - [The Render Network on Mac with Pro Tharan](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-tutorials/the-render-network-on-mac-with-pro-tharan.md): Pro Tharan shows just how easy it is to create your own logo animations using the power of a Mac and the Render Network - [Everything you need to know about using the New ORBX Exporter](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-tutorials/everything-you-need-to-know-about-using-the-new-orbx-exporter.md): Exporting ORBX files has never been easier - [Cinema 4D on the Render Network with Brilly](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-tutorials/cinema-4d-on-the-render-network-with-brilly.md): A beginners guide to preparing and uploading your C4D files to the Render Network - [Using Render's Differential Uploading from Octane Standalone](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-tutorials/using-renders-differential-uploading-from-octane-standalone.md): A guide to using the Render Network's Differential Uploading, enabling you to sync changes to scenes in Octane Standalone without re-uploading entire ORBX Files - [LMI Houdini Tools | Unlocking Octane & Render Network Capabilities with Andrey Lebrov](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-tutorials/lmi-houdini-tools-or-unlocking-octane-and-render-network-capabilities-with-andrey-lebrov.md): Tutorial and Q\&A with Andrey Lebrov about Using LMI Houdini Tools on Render - [Using the Video Playback Feature in Frame Approval](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-tutorials/using-the-video-playback-feature-in-frame-approval.md): Guide to using video playback for approving frames on the Render Network - [Using OctaneBench 2025 to Benchmark Your GPU and Estimate Render Costs](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-tutorials/using-octanebench-2025-to-benchmark-your-gpu-and-estimate-render-costs.md): A Guide to Using OctaneBench 2025 - [Rendering Jobs with AOVs on the Render Network](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-tutorials/rendering-jobs-with-aovs-on-the-render-network.md): Guide to using AOVs in your workflow on the Render Network - [Cinema 4D on Render Network Guide](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/cinema-4d-on-render-network-guide.md): The native Cinema 4D files integration with the Render Network. - [C4D Wizard Plug-in](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/cinema-4d-on-render-network-guide/c4d-wizard-plug-in.md) - [Using the C4D Wizard for Octane Render](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/cinema-4d-on-render-network-guide/using-the-c4d-wizard-for-octane-render.md) - [Using the C4D Wizard for Redshift](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/cinema-4d-on-render-network-guide/using-the-c4d-wizard-for-redshift.md): A Guide to Using the Cinema4D Wizard for Redshift - [Using the C4D Wizard with the Render Network Manager App](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/cinema-4d-on-render-network-guide/using-the-c4d-wizard-with-the-render-network-manager-app.md): A guide to using the C4D Wizard with the Render Network Manager App - [Sending and Rendering Jobs on Render Network within the Cinema 4D Wizard](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/cinema-4d-on-render-network-guide/sending-and-rendering-jobs-on-render-network-within-the-cinema-4d-wizard.md) - [Preparing your Cinema 4D file for the Render Network](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/cinema-4d-on-render-network-guide/preparing-your-cinema-4d-file-for-the-render-network.md): A step-by-step guide to preparing your files for upload - [Caching Simulations for the Render Network (Advanced)](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/cinema-4d-on-render-network-guide/preparing-your-cinema-4d-file-for-the-render-network/caching-simulations-for-the-render-network-advanced.md): Looking further into how to cache simulations for upload, and why - [How to work with nested scenes (XRefs) in C4D for the Render Network (Advanced)](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/cinema-4d-on-render-network-guide/preparing-your-cinema-4d-file-for-the-render-network/how-to-work-with-nested-scenes-xrefs-in-c4d-for-the-render-network-advanced.md): A Guide to working with XRefs in the C4D - [Using Custom OCIO Configurations](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/cinema-4d-on-render-network-guide/preparing-your-cinema-4d-file-for-the-render-network/using-custom-ocio-configurations.md) - [Cinema 4D on the Render Network with Brilly](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/cinema-4d-on-render-network-guide/cinema-4d-on-the-render-network-with-brilly.md): A beginners guide to preparing and uploading your C4D files to the Render Network - [Using Blender Cycles on the Render Network](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-blender-cycles-on-the-render-network.md): Comprehensive Guide to Using the Blender Cycles Integration on Render - [Preparing Your Blender Scene for Upload](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-blender-cycles-on-the-render-network/preparing-your-blender-scene-for-upload.md): Guide to Preparing your Blender Scene for Rendering - [Creating Render Settings for your Job](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-blender-cycles-on-the-render-network/creating-render-settings-for-your-job.md): Step-by-Step Guide to Navigating the Render Network Render Settings - [Navigating the Jobs Page and Managing Downloads on Render](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-blender-cycles-on-the-render-network/navigating-the-jobs-page-and-managing-downloads-on-render.md): Guide to Navigating the Jobs Page and Job Downloads - [Video Guides and Additional Tips](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-blender-cycles-on-the-render-network/video-guides-and-additional-tips.md): More resources for working with Blender on the Render Network - [Referencing Image Sequences in Blender](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-blender-cycles-on-the-render-network/referencing-image-sequences-in-blender.md): A guide to working with image sequences when using Blender on the Render Network - [Using Differential Uploading with Blender Cycles](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-blender-cycles-on-the-render-network/using-differential-uploading-with-blender-cycles.md): Accelerate your Workflow with Differential Uploading - [Using Octane X – for Apple](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-octane-x-for-apple.md): A Guide to using Octane X on the Render Network - [Setting Up Local Network Rendering with OctaneRender (Mac + PC)](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-octane-x-for-apple/setting-up-local-network-rendering-with-octanerender-mac-+-pc.md): Guide to Using Local Network Rendering Across Mac and PC - [Quickstart for C4D/Blender/Unreal/Houdini](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/quickstart-for-c4d-blender-unreal-houdini.md): How to get started on the Render Network as an artist as quick as possible! - [Quickstart - C4D & Octane/Redshift](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/quickstart-for-c4d-blender-unreal-houdini/quickstart-c4d-and-octane-redshift.md) - [Quickstart - Blender](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/quickstart-for-c4d-blender-unreal-houdini/quickstart-blender.md): Note: Blender currently supports Octane. Cycles is in closed Beta and will be supported shortly. Please check back for an update if Cycles is your preferred workflow! - [Getting Started with Octane for Blender](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/quickstart-for-c4d-blender-unreal-houdini/quickstart-blender/getting-started-with-octane-for-blender.md) - [Quickstart - Unreal Engine](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/quickstart-for-c4d-blender-unreal-houdini/quickstart-unreal-engine.md) - [Quickstart - Houdini](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/quickstart-for-c4d-blender-unreal-houdini/quickstart-houdini.md) - [Using The Render Network Manager App and Render Network API](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-the-render-network-manager-app-and-render-network-api.md): A comprehensive guide to using the Render Network Manager App and API - [Render Network API Access](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-the-render-network-manager-app-and-render-network-api/render-network-api-access.md): A Guide to accessing the Render API - [Using the Render Network Manager App](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-the-render-network-manager-app-and-render-network-api/using-the-render-network-manager-app.md): Comprehensive guide to using the Render Network Manager APp - [Differential Uploads via the Render Network Manager App](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/using-the-render-network-manager-app-and-render-network-api/differential-uploads-via-the-render-network-manager-app.md): Guide to using Differential Uploads to accelerate your workflow - [Generative Workflows on the Render Network](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/generative-workflows-on-the-render-network.md): Guide to creating generative 3D art applications on the Render Network - [Using the Render Network API for Generative Houdini Workflows](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/generative-workflows-on-the-render-network/using-the-render-network-api-for-generative-houdini-workflows.md) - [Using the Dispersed for Dockerized Compute](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/generative-workflows-on-the-render-network/using-the-dispersed-for-dockerized-compute.md) - [Using the Render Network as a Programmable Rendering Layer](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/generative-workflows-on-the-render-network/using-the-render-network-as-a-programmable-rendering-layer.md) - [How to Build Assembly Pipelines with Octane & the Render Network](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-build-assembly-pipelines-with-octane-and-the-render-network.md): Leveraging the Assembly Pipeline with Octane and the Render Network - [Assembly Pipeline Principles](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-build-assembly-pipelines-with-octane-and-the-render-network/assembly-pipeline-principles.md): High level principles for building assembly pipelines using Octane and the Render Network - [Assembly Pipeline Foundations](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-build-assembly-pipelines-with-octane-and-the-render-network/assembly-pipeline-foundations.md): Guide to key tools and file systems on the Render Network for Assembly Pipelines - [LMI Tools: Houdini Integration](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-build-assembly-pipelines-with-octane-and-the-render-network/lmi-tools-houdini-integration.md): Guide to creating Custom LMI export nodes with Houdini + Solaris for Octane Standalone - [Working with Point Clouds (Scatters) in Houdini](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-build-assembly-pipelines-with-octane-and-the-render-network/working-with-point-clouds-scatters-in-houdini.md): Guide to working with Point Clouds in Houdini for Assembly pipelines - [Render Network Integration](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-build-assembly-pipelines-with-octane-and-the-render-network/render-network-integration.md) - [Creating Large Productions on the Render Network](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/creating-large-productions-on-the-render-network.md): In-depth guide to creating large format rendering projects on the Render Network - [Job Configuration & Settings](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/creating-large-productions-on-the-render-network/job-configuration-and-settings.md) - [Scene Packaging & Optimization](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/creating-large-productions-on-the-render-network/scene-packaging-and-optimization.md): Tips for packaging and optimizing scenes for large-scale renders - [Working with Complex Projects](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/creating-large-productions-on-the-render-network/working-with-complex-projects.md) - [Workflow Recommendations](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/creating-large-productions-on-the-render-network/workflow-recommendations.md) - [General Suggestions](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/creating-large-productions-on-the-render-network/general-suggestions.md) - [New Features & Releases](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/new-features-and-releases.md) - [Render Network NVIDIA 50-Series Blackwell GPU Support with 32GB Minimum Node VRAM on Tier 2](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/new-features-and-releases/render-network-nvidia-50-series-blackwell-gpu-support-with-32gb-minimum-node-vram-on-tier-2.md) - [Enabling Render Network Support Team to Download Scenes for Help](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/new-features-and-releases/enabling-render-network-support-team-to-download-scenes-for-help.md): Guide to getting help from Render Network support team by enabling scene downloads - [Render Network Downloads](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-downloads.md) - [The Render Cinema 4D Wizard - Download](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-downloads/the-render-cinema-4d-wizard-download.md): Guide to downloading the Render Network Cinema4D Wizard - [The Render Network Download Manager Application](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/render-network-downloads/the-render-network-download-manager-application.md): Guide to downloading the Render Network Download Manager Application - [Using AI Generation Tools](https://know.rendernetwork.com/using-ai-generation-tools.md): A guide to using AI Generation tools on the Render Network - [Iterate 3D Renders Using AI Generation](https://know.rendernetwork.com/using-ai-generation-tools/iterate-3d-renders-using-ai-generation.md): Guide to iterating 3D renders on the Render Network in real time using AI Generation tools - [Using Photopea on the Render Network](https://know.rendernetwork.com/using-ai-generation-tools/using-photopea-on-the-render-network.md): A Guide to Using Photopea Image Editing Tool on the Render Network - [Getting Started with Flux Kontext Models on Render Network](https://know.rendernetwork.com/using-ai-generation-tools/getting-started-with-flux-kontext-models-on-render-network.md): Guide to using Kontext Pro and Kontext Max on the Render Network - [Using Runway Gen-4 Turbo on the Render Network](https://know.rendernetwork.com/using-ai-generation-tools/using-runway-gen-4-turbo-on-the-render-network.md): A guide to using Runway Gen-4 Turbo on the Render Network - [Using AI Workflows on the Render Network – From Image to 3D & Back Again](https://know.rendernetwork.com/using-ai-generation-tools/using-ai-workflows-on-the-render-network-from-image-to-3d-and-back-again.md) - [The Render Network API](https://know.rendernetwork.com/the-render-network-api.md): Introduction to the Render Network API - [Understanding Render Network Governance](https://know.rendernetwork.com/about-render-network-governance/understanding-render-network-governance.md): Breaking down how to participate in the Render Network - [The Render Network Foundation](https://know.rendernetwork.com/about-render-network-governance/the-render-network-foundation.md): Breaking down the governing organization of the Render Network - [Render Network Proposal (RNP) System](https://know.rendernetwork.com/about-render-network-governance/render-network-proposal-rnp-system.md): How tangible changes are made on the Render Network - [How to Vote in RNPs](https://know.rendernetwork.com/about-render-network-governance/how-to-vote-in-rnps.md) - [Burn Mint Equilibrium](https://know.rendernetwork.com/basics/burn-mint-equilibrium.md): Explaining the BME and how it works. - [The RENDER SPL Token](https://know.rendernetwork.com/basics/the-render-spl-token.md): Information about the RENDER SPL token - [RENDER Pricing of Compute Work](https://know.rendernetwork.com/basics/how-much-does-rndr-cost.md): Breaking down RENDER pricing - [Understanding Crypto Wallets](https://know.rendernetwork.com/basics/what-is-a-wallet.md): Digital storage for your digital tokens - [Setting up your Wallet](https://know.rendernetwork.com/basics/what-is-a-wallet/setting-up-your-wallet.md) - [Purchase RNDR Tokens](https://know.rendernetwork.com/basics/what-is-a-wallet/purchase-rndr-tokens.md): Guide on how to purchase tokens from exchanges or from MetaMask directly using its swap function. - [Advanced Topics](https://know.rendernetwork.com/basics/what-is-a-wallet/advanced-topics.md): Guide to additional wallet setup, troubleshooting and other tools - [How do token contracts work?](https://know.rendernetwork.com/basics/how-do-token-contracts-work.md): Understanding how contracts work within the world of cryptocurrency - [Migrating Genesis Tokens](https://know.rendernetwork.com/basics/migrating-tokens.md): Guide for all Genesis Token holders (as of pre March 2018) on upgrading your tokens. - [RENDER Emissions and RNDR Metrics (Legacy) Summary](https://know.rendernetwork.com/basics/token-metrics-summary.md): Breaking down the history and mechanics behind the RNDR token and RENDER SPL Token ## Render Network User Documentation - [Render Network Knowledge Base](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/render-network-knowledge-base.md): Prepare scenes, submit renders, review frames, and download your work with the Render Network. - [Quickstart](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/get-started/quickstart.md): Complete a first render, from preparing a scene to reviewing and downloading the results. - [How the Render Network works](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/get-started/concepts.md): Understand how scenes, versions, render targets, jobs, frames, and outputs fit together. - [Sign in and out](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/get-started/sign-in.md): Sign in with your OTOY account or an access token, choose whether to stay signed in, and log out. - [Supported software and file formats](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/get-started/supported-software.md): Choose a scene package and confirm application and renderer compatibility before preparing a production. - [What changed in the redesigned web app](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/get-started/whats-new.md): Find upload, job, review, download, and account controls in the redesigned web app. - [Organise work in projects](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/projects.md): Create projects, organise existing scenes, and remove scenes from a project. - [Upload Scenes](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/upload-scenes.md): Upload scene files, choose how to interpret ZIP archives, and follow their progress until they are ready to render. - [Scene details and versions](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/scenes-and-versions.md): View scene details, upload another version, find jobs by version, and rename a scene. - [Delete projects, scenes, and jobs](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/archive.md): Delete projects, scenes, and jobs, and choose which related scenes or jobs to keep. - [Create a job](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/create-a-job.md): Choose scenes and render targets, configure their jobs, and submit them for rendering. - [Frames, passes, and render settings](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/render-settings.md): Set quality, resolution, frame ranges, output numbering, job names, and render passes. - [Output configurations](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/outputs.md): Choose image formats and output settings, name rendered files, and resolve conflicting outputs. - [Track uploads, renders and downloads](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/track-progress.md): Follow uploads, renders and downloads, check errors, and manage Activity and History records. - [Cancel, duplicate, and rename jobs](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/manage-jobs.md): Cancel active renders, duplicate jobs with all or incomplete frames, and rename jobs. - [Review and approve frames](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/review-and-approve-frames.md): Inspect rendered frames, play an animation, approve results, and request a re-render. - [Create a video preview](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/video-preview.md): Create an MP4 preview from selected frames at thumbnail or full preview resolution. - [Download frames](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/download-frames.md): Download final renders or previews, choose automatic local delivery, and manage folder access. - [Deliver to cloud storage](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/cloud-storage.md): Connect cloud storage, choose output and watch folders, and use a connection for job delivery. - [Buy Render Credits](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/render-credits.md): Buy Render Credits with Stripe or PayPal and check your available balance. - [Render tiers and node requirements](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/render-tiers.md): Select a render tier and set the GPU and memory requirements for a job. - [Estimate job costs](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/cost-calculator.md): Estimate render costs from your computer's OctaneBench score and local render time. - [Billing history and job history export](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/billing-and-job-history.md): Find credit purchases and invoices, or export job details to a CSV file. - [Sidebar and Favorites](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/navigation.md): Use Favorites, reorder the sidebar, and choose which main menu items stay visible. - [Views and visible fields](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/views.md): Switch list views, choose and reorder visible fields, inspect details, and copy IDs. - [Search](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/search.md): Find projects, scenes, and jobs by name or ID, then narrow the results with filters. - [Layout and colour themes](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/appearance.md): Adjust interface spacing and choose a colour theme, including themes for colour vision deficiency. - [Notifications](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/notifications.md): Choose which render updates you receive and whether they appear in the app, on your desktop, or by email. - [Account settings](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/account-settings.md): Find your account ID and balances, and save an OctaneBench score for cost estimates. - [Access tokens](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/web-app/access-keys.md): Create and manage access tokens for signing in, connecting tools, and using the API. - [Before you upload](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/overview.md): Check assets, animation, and local renders before packaging your scene for upload. - [Cinema 4D: prepare a scene](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/cinema-4d.md): Collect Cinema 4D assets, check takes and XRefs, and package a project for rendering. - [Cinema 4D with Octane](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/cinema-4d-octane.md): Choose a native Cinema 4D upload or export an Octane ORBX for a still or animation. - [Cinema 4D with Redshift](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/cinema-4d-redshift.md): Prepare Redshift assets, proxies, and render settings in a Cinema 4D project. - [Blender with Cycles](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/blender-cycles.md): Pack a Blender Cycles scene, include external sequences and caches, and prepare its ZIP archive. - [Blender with Octane](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/blender-octane.md): Export a Blender Octane scene as an ORBX and check its animation before uploading. - [Houdini and Solaris](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/houdini-and-solaris.md): Export an Octane scene from Houdini or Solaris as an ORBX package. - [Unreal Engine](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/unreal-engine.md): Export still scenes and Sequencer animations through Octane for Unreal. - [Octane Standalone and ORBX](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/octane-standalone-and-orbx.md): Check render targets and animation in Octane Standalone, then save an ORBX package for upload. - [macOS, iPad and Octane X](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/apple-and-octane-x.md): Prepare Octane X scenes on a Mac or iPad for rendering on the Render Network. - [Cache simulations, particles and dynamics](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/caching-simulations.md): Bake animation that depends on simulation, include its cache files, and check playback before rendering. - [Colour management with OCIO](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/ocio.md): Keep colour configurations and LUTs with your scene, and match the colour settings used in compositing. - [EXR output and DWA compression](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/exr-and-dwa-compression.md): Choose EXR precision and compression for compositing, including when to use DWAA, DWAB, ZIP, or PIZ. - [AOVs and render passes](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/aovs.md): Prepare AOVs in your renderer and check which passes are available when creating a job. - [Differential uploads](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/prepare-your-scene/differential-uploads.md): Reuse uploaded assets when sending revised scenes through the Render Network Manager. - [Render Network Manager app](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/tools-and-api/manager-app.md): Install Render Network Manager, download frames, and upload scenes from your desktop. - [Cinema 4D Wizard](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/tools-and-api/c4d-wizard.md): Install the Cinema 4D Wizard, check a scene, and package it or send it to Render Network Manager. - [API access](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/tools-and-api/api-access.md): Connect custom rendering tools to your account. - [Large productions](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/advanced-pipelines/large-productions.md): Plan test renders, memory requirements, frame batches, and delivery for large images and long sequences. - [Assembly pipelines with Octane](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/advanced-pipelines/assembly-pipelines.md): Build Octane scenes from reusable assets, keep shot revisions separate, and submit the assembled scene for rendering. - [LMI Tools for Houdini](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/advanced-pipelines/lmi-tools.md): Use LMI's Houdini tools to prepare assets, scatters, and cameras for an Octane assembly workflow. - [Troubleshooting](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/help/troubleshooting.md): Find help for upload failures, missing assets, incomplete renders, and download problems. - [Browser support](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/help/browser-support.md): Check browser support for local folders, video previews, desktop notifications, and the floating Activity window. - [Get support](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/help/get-support.md): Contact Render Network support, report a bug, or send feedback about the web app. - [Official links and channels](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/help/official-links.md): Find the Render Network websites, official community channels, and support destinations. - [Release notes](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/help/release-notes.md): Find web app announcements and release information for Render Network tools. - [Community tutorials](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/help/community-tutorials.md): Watch credited artist tutorials on Render Network workflows and Octane rendering techniques. - [Glossary](https://know.rendernetwork.com/docs/help/glossary.md): A quick reference for terms used in the Render Network web app and these guides. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. 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