Optimizing 3D Character Upload for Mixamo: A Step-by-Step Guide

In this tutorial, we will guide you through the process of uploading your 3D character to Mixamo successfully. If you've ever encountered the frustrating "Sorry, unable to match your existing skeleton" error message, worry no more. By following these steps, you will be able to fix this issue effortlessly and prepare your character for animation in no time.

Preparing Your 3D Character in Blender

Open Your 3D Character in Blender:
- Start by opening your 3D character in Blender. In this example, we will use a Sketchfab character.
- Ensure that your character is in either an A-pose or T-pose.
Adjusting the Armature:
- Select the Armature and enter pose mode.
- Press "A" to select all bones and while holding "Alt," press "R" to reset the pose of the Armature to its default position.
Aligning Your Character:
- Switch to object mode and press "1" on your keyboard to enter front orthographic view.
- Align your character with the axis lines, ensuring it is facing you in the front orthographic view.
Exporting Your Character:
- Select the entire character and navigate to "File > Export > Wavefront (.obj)" to export your character as an obj file.
- While exporting, make sure to choose "Selected Only" to export only the character you want. Avoid exporting materials to prevent potential issues with Mixamo.

Uploading Your Character to Mixamo

Importing Your Character:
- Head over to Mixamo and click on "Upload Character."
- Select the obj file you exported from Blender and click "Open" to upload it to Mixamo.
Finalizing the Upload:
- Your character is now successfully imported into Mixamo and ready for animation.

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