Export 3D
The application supports the export of 3D models under multiple formats.
Exporting a 3D object
To export an object, just select it by clicking on it, then simply use the menu File > Export selected objects . You will be prompted to select the exported object disk location and format.
You may also export the object using the selected object property panel, or the contextual menu associated to the object.
Exporting a group of objects as a single object
If you wish to export multiple objects as a single object, you can use the Shift key to select the objects then save them export them using File > Export selected objects.
All 3D models of the application can be exported, this includes :
- The parts extracted with the mesh cutting tool
- The 3D shapes (textured or not)
- Imported 3D models
Supported formats :
| Extension | Type | Supported | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBJ | MESH | ✓ | A MTL file and some PNG/JPEG textures are usually exported alongside the .OBJ file. |
| DXF | CAD SURFACIC | ✓ | Approximative colors from the textures are associated to each face (textures are not supported by DXF). Heavy DXF may hardly open in CAD softwares. |
| TXT | POINTCLOUD | ✓ | Exported under the format X Y Z R G B NX NY NZ. User is prompted to setup density before export. |
| GLB (binary GLTF) | MESH | ✓ | - |
Export contents of a Clip (with or without coordinates)
You can easily export the contents of a Clip as either a Point Cloud, 3D objects and more. First, create a Clip for the desired area you wish to export. Then, right-click on your box, select Export Content, set your preferences and save.