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The authoring tools is a special edition by Valve released as an update to the original [[Source SDK]]. Currently, the program is in an Open Beta state, which allows owners of Portal 2 to create and run their own custom-made maps. However, there are possible bugs within the system, so use of the program '''is cautioned'''. | The authoring tools is a special edition by Valve released as an update to the original [[Source SDK]]. Currently, the program is in an Open Beta state, which allows owners of Portal 2 to create and run their own custom-made maps. However, there are possible bugs within the system, so use of the program '''is cautioned'''. | ||
Note that most situations in Portal still apply to the original Portal's level development system (which can be found in the [[Portal Level Creation]] category). However, special units (like the Aerial Faith Plates) will be placed in [[:Category:Portal_2_Level_Design|this category]]. | |||
Note that most situations in Portal still apply to the original Portal's level development system (which can be found in the [[Portal Level Creation]] category). However, special units (like the Aerial Faith Plates) will be placed in [[Portal_2_Level_Design|this category]]. | |||
For more extended information, see the [[Level_Design_FAQ|level design FAQ]] and [[Level_Design|level design category]]. | For more extended information, see the [[Level_Design_FAQ|level design FAQ]] and [[Level_Design|level design category]]. | ||
== Availability == | |||
The Portal 2 Authoring Tools - Beta are freely available on Steam to all owners of the PC version of Portal 2. | |||
== Downloading and Installation == | |||
To install the Portal 2 Authoring Tools - Beta, either [steam://install/629 click here] or: | |||
# Restart Steam if it's currently running. | |||
# Open the '''Steam''' window. | |||
# Choose the '''Tools''' tab. | |||
# Double-click on the '''Portal 2 Authoring Tools - Beta''' entry. | |||
# The Portal 2 Authoring Tools will download to your computer via Steam. | |||
# Once it has been fully installed, you will be able to launch it in the same way you installed it (from the '''Tools''' tab). | |||
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Revision as of 00:47, 11 May 2011
The authoring tools is a special edition by Valve released as an update to the original Source SDK. Currently, the program is in an Open Beta state, which allows owners of Portal 2 to create and run their own custom-made maps. However, there are possible bugs within the system, so use of the program is cautioned.
Note that most situations in Portal still apply to the original Portal's level development system (which can be found in the Portal Level Creation category). However, special units (like the Aerial Faith Plates) will be placed in this category.
For more extended information, see the level design FAQ and level design category.
Availability
The Portal 2 Authoring Tools - Beta are freely available on Steam to all owners of the PC version of Portal 2.
Downloading and Installation
To install the Portal 2 Authoring Tools - Beta, either click here or:
- Restart Steam if it's currently running.
- Open the Steam window.
- Choose the Tools tab.
- Double-click on the Portal 2 Authoring Tools - Beta entry.
- The Portal 2 Authoring Tools will download to your computer via Steam.
- Once it has been fully installed, you will be able to launch it in the same way you installed it (from the Tools tab).