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Nebukadnezar Posts: 61 Filters: 1	Is it considered ok to split up a filter into a basic and a more elaborate version? I have a very basic and fast version and another a bit slower one that builds on top of that and adds another look. (Not hugely different, but it adds another painting technique.) I could probably make a check box, but seeing that only one picture is displayed during the search it would make sense to have two separate versions of the filter, so it's easier to find what you are looking for. (At least for me it would be, since I mostly scan over the pictures if there are a lot of results and don't necessarily read the description.)
	Posted: April 26, 2012 9:35 am	Details E-Mail
Skybase Who are you? Posts: 1951 Filters: 58	I'm sure it's fine to do so. However, I always felt if the difference between the fast and the extended versions are minimal, then keep it within 1 filter. You can really just utilize the switch component to bypass certain operations and it'll give you that fast render you want. So I personally would make it just 1 filter with the option to bypass or not bypass those components.
	Posted: April 26, 2012 11:51 pm	Details E-Mail
Morgantao Can't script Posts: 2185 Filters: 20	I agree with Skybase. You can use a switch to determine which part of the filter to use.
	Posted: April 27, 2012 5:39 am	Details E-Mail
Nebukadnezar Posts: 61 Filters: 1	Thx for your input! Will decide based on how different the looks and purposes are.
	Posted: April 27, 2012 6:09 am	Details E-Mail
GMM Moderator Filter Forge, Inc Posts: 1727	I also recommend using Switch instead of two separate filters.
	Posted: April 27, 2012 6:11 am	Details E-Mail
Nebukadnezar Posts: 61 Filters: 1	Well, I guess the biggest hardship is, I have to think of a new filter name now. Will probably take some time until it's finished, anyways. It's so easy to stray from your path when playing with different components.
	Posted: April 28, 2012 9:56 am	Details E-Mail