Zigzag Lattice
Sharp turns, bold angles, zero curves. Zigzag Lattice generates rows of zigzag lines -- the kind of pattern you'd find on a Navajo blanket, Art Deco frieze, or the teeth of a serrated blade. The angular rhythm creates a dynamic, energetic surface that contrasts beautifully with the organic curves of a vase-mode print.
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Effect Controls
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Parameters
Row Count- Number of zigzag rows stacked vertically. Dense rows create an all-over chevron wallpaper; sparse rows leave bold isolated bands.
Fill- Line density within each row. Lower fill creates broken, dashed zigzags; full fill = continuous sawtooth.
Amplitude- How tall the zigzag peaks are. Small amplitude = gentle ripples; large = aggressive shark teeth.
Line Width- Stroke width of each zigzag line. Thin lines feel engraved; thick lines create bold ribbon-like chevrons.
Blur- Softens the sharp zigzag points into smoother transitions. Takes the edge off (literally).
Seed- Randomizes which line segments appear when Fill is below 1.0.
Resolution- Texture resolution in pixels. Sharp corners need reasonable resolution to stay crisp.
Ratio- Aspect ratio of the texture. Stretching changes the zigzag angle.
Depth (mm)- Displacement depth. Positive for raised chevrons, negative for carved zigzag grooves.
Tile U / Tile V- Tiles the zigzag pattern around (U) and along height (V) for seamless angular coverage.
Rotation- Rotates the zigzag orientation. 90° turns horizontal rows into vertical zigzag columns.
Width Gain- Varies extrusion width along the zigzag -- peaks get thicker lines for emphasized points.
Flow Gain- Extra material at zigzag crests for raised, tactile chevron ridges.