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January 21, 2026
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Layer and layer mask display problem.

  • January 21, 2026
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Hello, I've encountered a problem with the layer and layer mask display. In the previous version of Substance 3D Painter, the layer and layer mask display was a 2D unwrap. Now, the layer mask is displayed as a mask icon, meaning there's no mask preview, and the layer itself is displayed as a 3D sphere with a UV map applied. Could you tell me how to adjust this display? Here are examples of how it was before and how it's now.

Correct answer Cyril Dellenbach

Hello @Sahar3ok,

 

Preferences > General > Layer Stack Options

CyrilDellenbach_0-1769013693684.png

 

Please note that simplified thumbnails are automatically enabled when working with UDIMs and this parameter cannot be changed.

 

Best regards,

 

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Cyril Dellenbach
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Cyril DellenbachCommunity ManagerCorrect answer
Community Manager
January 21, 2026

Hello @Sahar3ok,

 

Preferences > General > Layer Stack Options

CyrilDellenbach_0-1769013693684.png

 

Please note that simplified thumbnails are automatically enabled when working with UDIMs and this parameter cannot be changed.

 

Best regards,

 

Cyril Dellenbach (Micro) | QA Support Artist | Adobe