LDD Can Look Better!

By default, LEGO Digital Designer renders in low-quality, but you can change it to render in high-quality if your machine supports it.

Advanced shading adds subtle diffused lighting and soft edge shadows which make pieces have more depth.

See The Difference

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How To Enable Advanced Rendering in OSX

Step 1: Go to LEGO Digital Designer Preferences

Step 2: Check High-Quality Rendering Options And Raise Advanced Shading Level

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