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Load by Name
Load by Name
Finds and returns the material with the specified name. Loads the material if the material is not already loaded.
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In some cases, you might need to store the material to use later. For more information, see Material Variables.
Inputs
| Pin | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| In | Event | Triggers the node. |
| Material Name | String | The path name of a material to find and load. For more information, see Finding the Material Name. |
Outputs
| Pin | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Out | Event | Sends when the node is finished. |
| Material | Material | The material that was found. Returns Invalid if the material is not found. |