How to Apply Textures in Blender

Add realistic textures like wood, metal, or fabric to your 3D models using image textures.

Intermediate12 min read

Step-by-Step Guide

Go to the Shader Editor workspace.

Press Shift+A > Texture > Image Texture.

Click 'Open' and select your texture image.

Connect the Color output to the Base Color of the Principled BSDF.

UV unwrap your model first (U > Smart UV Project) for proper mapping.