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# 404—GEN Discord Bot
You can access the **404—GEN** bot by joining our official community server or by inviting the bot to any server where you have Manage Server permissions.
### Joining the 404—GEN Discord Server
#### 1. Log in to Discord
To join the server, you must have a verified Discord account. If you don't have one yet, use the links below to get started:
* [**Create a Discord Account**](https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/360033931551-Getting-Started)
* [**Verify a Discord Account**](https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/6181726888215-Verification-Required-FAQ)
2. #### Join the Server
While logged into Discord, click the official invite link or paste the URL into your browser: [**discord.gg/404gen**](https://discord.gg/404gen)
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Upon joining, you must complete a brief CAPTCHA verification to unlock access to all channels.
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### 3. Go to the `#🧪|404-gen` channel
Once verified, check the left sidebar for these key channels:
* `#📢|broadcasts`: Official announcements and updates.
* `#💻|database`: Verified official links and resources.
* `#🧪|404-gen`: The primary channel for interacting with the bot.
* `#❓|help-forum`: Customer support and community assistance.
### Adding the Bot to Your Server
### 1. Add the App
If you are already a member of a server with the 404—GEN bot, click on the bot's username then click the Add App button.
Alternatively, you can click this [**install link**](https://discord.com/oauth2/authorize?client_id=1276096112280866858) or paste the following URL into your browser:
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### 2. Make Your Selection
Choose Try it Now to add the bot to your Authorised Apps or Add to Server to add the bot to any server in which you have **Manage Server** permissions.
### 3. Authorise the Bot
Review and accept the permissions prompt to allow the bot to create application commands. Once completed, **404—GEN** will appear in your Authorised Apps or Server Integrations list.
### Core Bot Commands
#### Text-to-3D Generation
*Convert a text description into a fully realised 3D asset.*
1. Type `/generate` in a text channel where the bot is active.
2. A prompt box will appear. Type your description into the box and press Enter.
3. The bot will process your request and return a download link for a .PLY 3D file, alongside a .gif preview.
#### Image-to-3D Generation
*Turn a 2D image into a 3D model.*
1. Type `/image` in a text channel where the bot is active.
2. An attachment box will appear. Drag and drop your image, or click to upload it.
3. Press Enter to submit.
The bot will return your original image, the generated .PLY 3D file, and a .gif preview.
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