> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://amazing-assets.gitbook.io/wireframe-shader/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://amazing-assets.gitbook.io/wireframe-shader/wireframe-shader.md). # Wireframe Shader [**Wireframe Shader**](https://assetstore.unity.com/packages/vfx/shaders/wireframe-shader-181386?aid=1011lvgVb) is a comprehensive solution for rendering high-quality wireframe effects in Unity and includes three workflows for different platforms, pipelines, and production needs. ### 1. Classic Wireframe Rendering A reliable and highly compatible method that utilizes pre-baked wireframe data stored within the mesh.

* ![](https://2216819203-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FMdyfl1Bb9QTpdePM8tyr%2Fuploads%2Fsz0w5KGnjtXhLDwPGJ78%2Fpros.png?alt=media\&token=c62b47b6-10a6-49d0-8888-8e12e2c7bbc4) Supports all devices, including legacy mobile devices, WebGL, VR, consoles and PC. * ![](https://2216819203-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FMdyfl1Bb9QTpdePM8tyr%2Fuploads%2Fsz0w5KGnjtXhLDwPGJ78%2Fpros.png?alt=media\&token=c62b47b6-10a6-49d0-8888-8e12e2c7bbc4) Compatible with **Shader Graph**, [**Amplify Shader Editor**](https://assetstore.unity.com/packages/tools/visual-scripting/amplify-shader-editor-68570?aid=1011lvgVb) and custom hand-written shaders. * ![](https://2216819203-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FMdyfl1Bb9QTpdePM8tyr%2Fuploads%2FfBRa1vM4dK0wIvyy1uiQ%2Fcons.png?alt=media\&token=da829613-0c73-4826-a37c-e99bc53fb362) Requires generating a new mesh with wireframe data baked inside it. ### 2. Dynamic Wireframe Shader A modern approach that generates the wireframe effect entirely on the GPU. {% embed url="" %} [**Tokyo Street** **by Art Equilibrium**](https://assetstore.unity.com/packages/3d/environments/urban/tokyo-street-228474?aid=1011lvgVb) {% endembed %} * ![](https://2216819203-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FMdyfl1Bb9QTpdePM8tyr%2Fuploads%2Fsz0w5KGnjtXhLDwPGJ78%2Fpros.png?alt=media\&token=c62b47b6-10a6-49d0-8888-8e12e2c7bbc4) Wireframe effect is entirely calculated and rendered by a shader. No mesh generation, preprocessing or modification required. * ![](https://2216819203-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FMdyfl1Bb9QTpdePM8tyr%2Fuploads%2Fsz0w5KGnjtXhLDwPGJ78%2Fpros.png?alt=media\&token=c62b47b6-10a6-49d0-8888-8e12e2c7bbc4) Compatible with **Shader Graph**. * ![](https://2216819203-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FMdyfl1Bb9QTpdePM8tyr%2Fuploads%2FfBRa1vM4dK0wIvyy1uiQ%2Fcons.png?alt=media\&token=da829613-0c73-4826-a37c-e99bc53fb362) Doesn't support [**Amplify Shader Editor**](https://assetstore.unity.com/packages/tools/visual-scripting/amplify-shader-editor-68570?aid=1011lvgVb) and custom hand-written shaders. * ![](https://2216819203-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FMdyfl1Bb9QTpdePM8tyr%2Fuploads%2FfBRa1vM4dK0wIvyy1uiQ%2Fcons.png?alt=media\&token=da829613-0c73-4826-a37c-e99bc53fb362) Requires hardware support for tessellation. #### ### 3. Wireframe Texture Generation Generate wireframe textures based on mesh UV.

Method	Best For	Requirements
^{Classic Wireframe Rendering}	^{Maximum compatibility across all devices, render pipelines, and shader workflows.}	^{Generate a new mesh with wireframe data baked inside it.}
^{Dynamic Wireframe Shader}	^{Fast Shader Graph setup with no mesh preprocessing.}	^{Use Shader Graph and a tessellation-capable device.}
^{Wireframe Texture Generation}	^{Creating reusable wireframe textures for Unity materials or external apps.}	^{Use a mesh with non-overlapping UV layouts.}

### Choose your workflow

	Cover image
Classic Wireframe Rendering	40.png	Quick Start
Dynamic Wireframe Shader	Screenshot_3_3.png	Quick Start
Wireframe Texture Generation	3.png	Editor Window

Cover image

Classic Wireframe Rendering

40.png

Quick Start

Dynamic Wireframe

Shader

Screenshot_3_3.png

Quick Start

Wireframe Texture Generation

3.png

Editor Window