Understanding and Using Lightmaps - Valve Editor tutorial

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Learn how to get your custom textures to work properly with Hammer Editor and the Source Engine!

Sometimes compiling a map can take longer when using hammer. Command prompt provides a more difficult, but faster way of compiling. This tutorial will teach you how to use it

Add a nice touch to your map by creating a rotating fan to add into your vents.

In order to make a map more realistic, it needs to have pillars, to support it. This tutorial will teach you the basics of creating one.

VisGroups are a very handy tool when it comes to mapping. It allows you to only render certain objects which can reduce stress on your computer.