“Fog Distance” property name and description is unclear in the Inspector window

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Steps to reproduce:
1. Create project using empty HDRP Template
2. Create Local Volumetric Fog in Hierarchy window (Rendering > Local Volumetric Fog)
3. Select Local Volume Fog in Hierarchy window
4. In Inspector window Hover on Fog Distance
5. Read the Description

Actual results: “Local Volumetric Fog” property name suggest visibility distance, but the description refers to fog density and light absorption, making it difficult understand the effect of the property

Expected results: "Local Volumetric Fog" property name and description both indicates that it controls how far you can see through the fog

Reproducible with versions: 6000.0.57f1, 6000.1.16f1, 6000.2.3f1, 6000.3.0b1

Tested on (OS): macOS Silicon, Sequoia 15.6 (M1)

“Fog Distance” property name and description is unclear in the Inspector window

Unity: Environment Effects

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“Fog Distance” property name and description is unclear in the Inspector window

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6.2.XWon't FixUnity 6000.2 has reached its end of life and will not receive further updates. If you need additional fixes, please upgrade to a newer Unity version.

6.1.XWon't FixCancelling: the 6000.1 version has reached its end of life. If you need additional fixes, please upgrade to a newer Unity version.

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