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# How To Use

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Note: Engine versions 4.23-4.27 contain tutorial Blueprints under **Tropical Ocean Tool > Blueprints > Tutorials**
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NOTE: Enable "Generate Mesh Distance Fields" under Lighting within your Project Settings -> Render Settings. Otherwise the water shader will not display correctly.
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* Quick-Guide: <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MV7HlAKCDpI>

### Legacy Videos

* Placing the Ocean Tool: <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDuAtGD3gSQ>
* Shoreline Wetness Function: <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jhX1tAPfxA>
* Remove Water From Interiors: <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NGzkJiB2Jvs>