Master Guide to COM3D2 Presets: Customization, Installation, and Community
In the world of Custom Order Maid 3D 2 (COM3D2), presets are the cornerstone of character creation. While the game provides deep manual sliders for body shapes, faces, and outfits, presets allow players to instantly load complete character designs—saving time and enabling the sharing of complex "waifu" recreations across the community. What is a COM3D2 Preset?
A preset is a configuration file that stores a maid’s physical appearance, including her facial features, body proportions (via sliders like breast size and leg thickness), and equipped clothing. File Format: Standard presets are saved as .preset files.
PNG Presets: Some mods, such as PNGPreset on GitHub, allow users to save and load character data directly from .png image files, making it easier to preview characters in your Windows folders. How to Install COM3D2 Presets
Installing presets is a straightforward process, though it differs slightly from installing standard mods.
Locate the Folder: Navigate to your main game directory (e.g., SteamLibrary/steamapps/common/CUSTOM ORDER MAID 3D2 It's a Night Magic).
Find the "Preset" Folder: Look for a folder named Preset. If it does not exist, you can manually create it.
Place the Files: Drop your .preset files directly into this folder. com3d2 preset
Load in Game: Enter the Maid Edit mode. Open the Preset panel (often found under the "F" tab or a "Pre.Save" button) to see your new additions. Essential Plugins for Preset Users
To get the most out of your character library, several community tools are highly recommended:
ChoosyPreset: A plugin that lets you selectively load parts of a preset (e.g., keeping the face but changing the outfit).
EditModeHighlights: Helps you identify newly added presets in your list so you don't lose track of new downloads. Where to Find New Presets
The COM3D2 community is highly active across several platforms where creators share their work:
Custom Order Maid 3D2 (COM3D2), presets are the primary way players share their custom character creations. They are small
files that contain all the body, face, hair, and clothing data for a specific maid. Key Resources for Presets & Customization Sharing Platforms : Sites like Not recommended for:
are major hubs for preset sharing. Creators often upload images of their maids with download links to their files in the description. Scene Creation Tips
: Presets aren't just for characters; they also apply to scenes. Advanced players often use the SceneCapture plugin
to save complex accessory setups and poses that exceed the default maid edit limitations. Legacy Integration : If you have the original Custom Maid 3D2
(CM3D2), you can migrate your existing presets and visual parts into COM3D2. This allows you to use older character visual data in the newer engine. Quality of Life Mods
: For easier management of a large preset library, tools like EditModeFavorites
allow you to star frequently used items in the edit menu, making it faster to build new presets from scratch. Installation Basics To use a downloaded preset, place the file into your game's
folder (usually located in the root directory). Once in the game, you can load these directly from the "Preset" tab in the Maid Edit screen. Perdition-117/COM3D2.EditModeFavorites - GitHub In the end, the preset system is like
Most creators bundle presets with required mods. Look for a readme.txt or a comment on the download page stating the Mod ID (e.g., "Requires Mod ID: 114514"). If the mod list is missing, use a tool like "COM3D2 Mod Manager" to dissect the preset.
Presets themselves don’t affect performance—they’re just JSON-style text files (or binary in older versions). However, loading a preset with 20 high-poly accessories and 4K skin textures will hammer your GPU. The game’s engine (Unity) handles it decently, but I’ve experienced 5–10 second freezes when loading complex presets on a mid-range PC (GTX 1660, 16GB RAM).
Note: Exact folder names and paths vary by mod manager and game version—follow any instructions included with the preset.
| Aspect | Score | |--------|-------| | Ease of creation | 8/10 | | In-game management | 5/10 | | Stability across versions | 6/10 | | Community sharing | 9/10 | | Mod compatibility | 6/10 | | Overall | 7.5/10 |
The preset system in COM3D2 is powerful enough to become your most-used feature—if you can tolerate its clunky UI and fragility. For the casual player who just wants to save a favorite maid, it’s perfectly fine. For the power user with 500+ presets and 100 mods, you’ll need external tools and patience.
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In the end, the preset system is like the game itself: ambitious, slightly janky, but capable of incredible results if you invest the time. Save often, backup your presets, and enjoy the endless maid factory.