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title: "Edges Mask"
url: "https://help.maxon.net/c4d/en-us/Content/html/EDGESMASK_3F622013_3A52_4F92_8B32_107CCBFBC60A.html"
section_path: "The Node Editor > The individual Assets > Material Generator > Edges Mask"
element_id: "EDGESMASK_3F622013_3A52_4F92_8B32_107CCBFBC60A"
description: "This Node is only available when editing a classic Cinema 4D Node material."
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# Edges Mask

![Image: 043282.jpg](https://help.maxon.net/c4d/en-us/Content/Resources/Images/043282.jpg)\
This Node combines a distance calculation to the existing edges of an object with various pattern generators. As a result, masks can be created that can be used to specifically restrict properties to the area near edges. On sharp-edged objects, for example, this can be useful for simulating wear.

> **Tip:** Note:
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> This Node is only available when editing a classic Cinema 4D Node material.

This Node combines a distance calculation to the existing edges of an object with various pattern generators. As a result, masks can be created that can be used to specifically restrict properties to the area near edges. On sharp-edged objects, for example, this can be useful for simulating wear.