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At top: Various “Accuracy” values; at bottom: various “Maximum Samples” values; top left: the shape
that casts the shadow, lit by an Area light.
NOTE:
Anti-aliasing can also reduce graininess (type: “Best”, see chapter 13, p. 644 in
your CINEMA 4D reference manual). This will also affect render times, so you
might want to rst nd out to what degree it is necessary, if at all. Remember,
you can determine on a (Render) tag-to-tag basis which objects should be
affected by “Best” anti-aliasing.
Limitations
Area shadows don’t work with PyroCluster clouds; these are rendered with hard shadows.