tfShader generates a height field based on any texture or Cinema 4D channel shader that works in UV space.

To activate tfShader you will need to go to the Properties tab and import a shader into the scene.

Height field generated by the TerraformFX logo image.

Properties tab

You can import your shader into the scene by clicking on the Shader drop-down arrow.

Shader

You can either import from the drop-down menu or you can bring a shader of your own in, by clicking the file icon to the right of the shader box.

Here, a logo has been imported and you can see the shader deformation effect.

The terrain on the right is being driven by the Gradient shader.

The terrain on the right is being driven by the Checkerboard shader.

Sampling

Set to MIP, by default.