Week 2: How to Buy, Sell, and Download From UE5 Marketplace
Here is a step-by-step guide on how to use the Unreal Engine 5 Marketplace:
1. Launch Unreal Engine 5:
- Make sure you have Unreal Engine 5 installed on your computer by following the instructions provided earlier.
- Double-click on the Unreal Engine 5 icon to launch the software.
- Wait for the application to load and bring up the Unreal Engine 5 interface.
2. Accessing the Marketplace:
- Once Unreal Engine 5 is open, navigate to the top menu bar.
- Click on the "Marketplace" tab located between "Window" and "Help."
- A dropdown menu will appear, showing various options related to the Marketplace.
3. Logging in to the Marketplace:
- If you have not logged in to the Unreal Engine Marketplace before, select the "Sign In" option from the dropdown menu.
- Enter your Epic Games account credentials, which you can create if you don't have an account already.
- If you already have an Epic Games account, click on "Sign In" and provide your username/email and password.
- Click on the "Sign In" button to log in to the Marketplace.
4. Browsing the Marketplace:
- Once you are logged in, the Marketplace window will open.
- The Marketplace offers various categories and sections to explore, such as Featured, New Releases, Top Sellers, and more.
- Use the sidebar on the left to navigate through different categories or search for specific assets using the search bar at the top.
5. Exploring Asset Details:
- Click on an asset that interests you to view its details.
- A new window will open, displaying information about the asset, including screenshots, videos, descriptions, and user reviews.
- Take your time to review the asset details to ensure it fits your project requirements.
6. Purchasing an Asset:
- If you decide to purchase an asset, click on the "Add to Cart" or "Buy" button on the asset's page.
- A confirmation window will appear, summarizing the asset's price and any applicable taxes.
- Review the information and click on the "Checkout" button to proceed.
7. Completing the Purchase:
- If you haven't entered your payment information before, you will be prompted to do so.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to provide your payment details securely.
- Once your payment information is entered, click on the "Place Order" or "Complete Purchase" button.
- The asset will be added to your account library upon successful completion of the purchase.
8. Downloading Assets:
- After purchasing an asset, you can download it by going to your account library.
- To access your library, click on the "Library" tab at the top of the Marketplace window.
- You will see a list of your purchased assets.
9. Installing Assets:
- Find the asset you want to install and click on the "Install to Engine" button next to it.
- A dialog box will appear, allowing you to choose the Unreal Engine version you want to install the asset into.
- Select Unreal Engine 5 from the dropdown menu (if it's not already selected) and click on the "Install" button.
- Unreal Engine 5 will begin downloading and installing the asset to your project.
10. Using Installed Assets:
- Once the asset is installed, you can access it within Unreal Engine 5.
- Create a new project or open an existing one.
- In the Unreal Editor, navigate to the "Content Browser" panel, usually located on the left side of the screen.
- Expand the "Marketplace" folder within the Content Browser to find your installed assets.
- Drag and drop the asset into your project's scene or utilize it in your project as required.
That's it! You have now learned how to use the Unreal Engine 5 Marketplace in extreme detail, from browsing assets to purchasing and installing them into your projects.
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