The node menu (accessed via Spacebar) began filtering results based on compatibility with the selected node, helping artists find valid connections more quickly.
While 12.2.0 was a significant "quality of life" and performance update, the software has continued to evolve: Adobe Substance 3D Designer 12.2.0
To better understand how these procedural tools function in a modern workflow, you can watch this introductory guide: The node menu (accessed via Spacebar) began filtering
Adobe Substance 3D Designer 12.2.0, released in July 2022, was a milestone update primarily focused on performance for Apple users and improving workflow efficiency for procedural artists. Key Features of Version 12.2.0 A new "Preview" option was added to the
This version introduced full native support for M1 chips , making computations up to two times faster than previous versions running through emulation.
A new "Preview" option was added to the node contextual menu, allowing artists to quickly visualize a node in the 3D View without complex re-routing.