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Distance

ModifyPalette nodeDistance

Builds a sloping heightfield from distance to a shape boundary. Useful for landmasses, ridges, clearings, and other masks.

Inputs

1
Inin
HeightfieldRequired

Outputs

1
Outout
Heightfield

Parameters

4
ParameterTypeDefaultRange or choices
RegionmodeChoiceInsideInside, Outside
ThresholdthresholdNumber0.50 – 1
Range (0 = Auto)rangeNumber00 – 1
FallofffalloffNumber10.1 – 4

When to use​

Place it after any compatible heightfield. Chain modifiers from broad value shaping to fine cleanup.

Example connection:

Compatible source → Distance → Autolevel/Blend → Build Map

Notes​

Heightfield outputs are sampled at the active preview resolution and at terrain-voxel density during a build.