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How to Import Assets from PolyHaven

Learn how to import assets from PolyHaven, including HDRI maps and furniture tables, into your scenes using the Asset Browser and Cycles render view.

By Chris Wang

In this guide, we'll learn how to import assets from PolyHaven into Blender. PolyHaven is a third-party asset library that offers HDRI maps and various 3D models like furniture tables. By following this guide, you'll be able to enhance your scenes with high-quality assets and improve your workflow in Blender.

Let's get started

Today, I'll show you how to import assets from PolyHaven, a third-party asset library.

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First, go to the Asset Browser. I've already imported PolyHaven, which has HDRI maps. Switch to render view, turn on Cycles, and use the HDRI lighting. Use the same world lighting to drop in an HDRI.

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Click on "File Browser"
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Click on "✓ Bookmarks"
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Click on "Asset Browser"
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Click on "▾ HDRIS"
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Click on "▼ HDRIS"
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Click on "‣ Indoor"
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Click on "Cycles"
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Double-click on "✓ Scene Lights"
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Click on "Indoor"
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They also have assets like furniture tables. You can drag and drop them into your scene, which is really cool.

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Double-click on "▼ Hair"
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Click on "► Models"
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Click on "▸ Furniture"
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Click on "Seating"
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Click on "Table"
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