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Import a paint layer

You can import bitmap images as paint layers using any of the image file formats that Mudbox supports. For a list of supported image formats, see Image file formats.

1. In the Layers window, ensure the display button is set to Paint.
2. Do either of the following:
   - From the Layers window menu ( ), select Import Layer.
   - Right-click in the Layers window and select Import Layer from the menu that appears.

   The Open window appears.

3. Browse to the directory, select the image, and click Open.

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