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This page attempts to answer the most common questions asked on the FreeCAD forums on import and export of data to/from other programs. |
This page attempts to answer the most common questions asked on the FreeCAD forums on import and export of data to/from other programs. If you have a problem or question regarding FreeCAD, check below first. |
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If you have a problem or question regarding FreeCAD, check below first.<br /> |
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Then, if you cannot find an answer for your specific question, head to the FreeCAD forum |
Then, if you cannot find an answer for your specific question, head to the FreeCAD [http://forum.freecadweb.org/ forum]! |
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== Import 2D/3D Data ==<!--T:3--> |
== Import 2D/3D Data ==<!--T:3--> |
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=== Autodesk DWG ===<!--T:4--> |
=== Autodesk DWG ===<!--T:4--> |
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Please refer to the Page [[ |
Please refer to the Page [[FreeCAD_and_DWG_Import|FreeCAD and DWG-Import]] |
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=== Autodesk DXF ===<!--T:5--> |
=== Autodesk DXF ===<!--T:5--> |
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Please refer to the Page [[FreeCAD and DXF Import]] |
Please refer to the Page [[FreeCAD_and_DWG_Import|FreeCAD and DXF Import]] |
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=== BREP Format ===<!--T:6--> |
=== BREP Format ===<!--T:6--> |
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=== Collada ===<!--T:8--> |
=== Collada ===<!--T:8--> |
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Importing Collada files requires an external Python module to be installed on your system. This can be easily added by following the directions found on the [[Extra_python_modules|Extra Python modules]] page under [http://www.freecadweb.org/wiki/index.php?title=Extra_python_modules#pyCollada pyCollada] in this Wiki. Once the pyCollada Python module is installed, importing Collada files is the same as any standard file import. |
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=== Common Airfoil Data ===<!--T:9--> |
=== Common Airfoil Data ===<!--T:9--> |
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Please refer to the Page [[Common_Airfoil_Data_Import|Common Airfoil Data Import]] |
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=== Drawing ===<!--T:10--> |
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=== FreeCAD Material Cards ===<!--T:12--> |
=== FreeCAD Material Cards ===<!--T:12--> |
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Is intended to import Material Cards for use in FreeCAD itself and in the [[FEM_Workbench|FEM-Workbench]]. |
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=== IDF emn file ===<!--T:13--> |
=== IDF emn file ===<!--T:13--> |
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=== IGES ===<!--T:14--> |
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Currently there is no support for text or annotation import with the IGES format due to lack of support with FreeCAD's geometric CAD kernel. |
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=== Image Formats ===<!--T:15--> |
=== Image Formats ===<!--T:15--> |
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=== Industry Foundation Classes ===<!--T:16--> |
=== Industry Foundation Classes IFC ===<!--T:16--> |
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* [[Import/Export_IFC_-_compiling_IfcOpenShell|Import/Export IFC - compiling IfcOpenShell]] |
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=== Inventor V2.1 ===<!--T:17--> |
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=== Mesh Formats ===<!--T:18--> |
=== Mesh Formats ===<!--T:18--> |
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Please refer to the Page [[FreeCAD_and_Mesh_Import|FreeCAD and Mesh Import]] |
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=== Open CAD Format ===<!--T:19--> |
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=== OpenSCAD Format ===<!--T:21--> |
=== OpenSCAD Format ===<!--T:21--> |
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See [[Import_OpenSCAD_code|Import OpenSCAD code]] |
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=== Point Formats ===<!--T:22--> |
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=== Step with Colors ===<!--T:25--> |
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Currently there is no support for text or annotation import with the STEP format due to lack of support with FreeCAD's geometric CAD kernel. |
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=== Shapefiles === |
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See [[Arch_SHP|Arch SHP]] |
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=== Asymptote ASY === |
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[[Asymptote|Export meshes to Asymptote code.]] |
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=== BREP Format ===<!--T:33--> |
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=== Flattened SVG ===<!--T:37--> |
=== Flattened SVG ===<!--T:37--> |
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=== GL Transmission Format gITF === |
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* [[GlTF|glTF]] |
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=== IGES Format ===<!--T:38--> |
=== IGES Format ===<!--T:38--> |
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* From the 3D-View simply select (in the tree-view) the solid(s) to export and select "File -> Export". |
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* Then select your file type (IGES). No need to type in the file extension. FreeCAD will append a ".iges" automatically |
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'''Tip'''<br /> |
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Pressing CTRL-A will select ALL solids in the tree view, even the invisible ones.<br /> |
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Make sure to manually select all the solids you want to export.<br /> |
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Currently there is no support for text or annotation export with the IGES format due to lack of support with FreeCAD's geometric CAD kernel. |
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=== Industry Foundation Classes ===<!--T:39--> |
=== Industry Foundation Classes IFC ===<!--T:39--> |
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* [[Import/Export_IFC_-_compiling_IfcOpenShell|Import/Export IFC - compiling IfcOpenShell]] |
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=== Mesh Formats ===<!--T:41--> |
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From the 3D-View simply select (in the tree-view) the solid(s) to export and select "File > Export". |
* From the 3D-View simply select (in the tree-view) the solid(s) to export and select "File -> Export". |
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Then select your file type.<br /> |
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Be sure to type in also the file extension.<br /> |
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'''Tip'''<br /> |
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Pressing CTRL-A will select ALL solids in the tree view, even the invisible ones.<br /> |
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Make sure to manually select all the solids you want to export.<br /> |
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=== Open CAD Format ===<!--T:42--> |
=== Open CAD Format ===<!--T:42--> |
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=== Step with Colors ===<!--T:40--> |
=== Step with Colors ===<!--T:40--> |
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From the 3D-View simply select (in the tree-view) the solid(s) to export and select "File > Export". |
From the 3D-View simply select (in the tree-view) the solid(s) to export and select "File -> Export". |
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In FreeCAD 0.15 and above, by selecting "Edit > Preferences" and then "Import-Export" in the left column<br /> |
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you should have access to Step-Options such as units, scheme and Header Information. |
In FreeCAD 0.15 and above, by selecting "Edit -> Preferences" and then "Import-Export" in the left column you should have access to Step-Options such as units, scheme and Header Information. Be aware that Step AP203 does not support assembly structures, while Step AP 214 does. |
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Be aware that Step AP203 does not support assembly structures, while Step AP 214 does. |
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Currently there is no support for text or annotation export with the STEP format due to lack of support with FreeCAD's geometric CAD kernel. |
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=== Spreadsheet ===<!--T:41--> |
=== Spreadsheet ===<!--T:41--> |
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* Convert STL to OBJ [https://forum.freecadweb.org/viewtopic.php?f=22&t=43543&p=372030#p370843 forum thread] |
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=== WebGL File ===<!--T:45--> |
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Tips and Tricks with using Third-Party Software |
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=== Inkscape ===<!--T:48--> |
=== Inkscape ===<!--T:48--> |
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When exporting SVG-Data from Inkscape to FreeCAD be sure to use the file type "plain svg". |
When exporting SVG-Data from Inkscape to FreeCAD be sure to use the file type "plain svg". |
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=== Sketchup ===<!--T:49--> |
=== Sketchup ===<!--T:49--> |
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Please refer to the Page [[Importing_From_Sketchup|Importing From Sketchup]] |
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* [[Import_Export|Import Export]] |
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* [[Import_Export_Preferences|Import Export Preferences]] |
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[[Category:Common Questions]] |
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Latest revision as of 19:49, 22 November 2023
This page attempts to answer the most common questions asked on the FreeCAD forums on import and export of data to/from other programs. If you have a problem or question regarding FreeCAD, check below first.
Then, if you cannot find an answer for your specific question, head to the FreeCAD forum!
Import 2D/3D Data
Autodesk DWG
Please refer to the Page FreeCAD and DWG-Import
Autodesk DXF
Please refer to the Page FreeCAD and DXF Import
BREP Format
Todo
Calculix Result
Todo
Collada
Importing Collada files requires an external Python module to be installed on your system. This can be easily added by following the directions found on the Extra Python modules page under pyCollada in this Wiki. Once the pyCollada Python module is installed, importing Collada files is the same as any standard file import.
See also: Importing From Sketchup
Common Airfoil Data
Please refer to the Page Common Airfoil Data Import
Drawing
Todo
FEM Formats
Todo
FreeCAD Material Cards
Is intended to import Material Cards for use in FreeCAD itself and in the FEM-Workbench.
Not functional at the moment.
IDF emn file
Todo
IGES
Currently there is no support for text or annotation import with the IGES format due to lack of support with FreeCAD's geometric CAD kernel.
Image Formats
Todo
Industry Foundation Classes IFC
Inventor V2.1
Todo
Mesh Formats
Please refer to the Page FreeCAD and Mesh Import
Open CAD Format
Todo
OpenSCAD CSG Format
Todo
OpenSCAD Format
Point Formats
Todo
POVRay Format
Todo
Python
Todo
Step with Colors
Currently there is no support for text or annotation import with the STEP format due to lack of support with FreeCAD's geometric CAD kernel.
Shapefiles
See Arch SHP
Spreadsheet
Todo
SVG as geometry
Todo
VRML 2.0
Todo
Export 2D/3D Data
3D View (SVG)
Todo
Autodesk DWG
Todo
Asymptote ASY
Export meshes to Asymptote code.
BREP Format
Todo
Collada
Todo
Drawing
Todo
FEM Formats
Todo
Flattened SVG
Todo
GL Transmission Format gITF
IGES Format
- From the 3D-View simply select (in the tree-view) the solid(s) to export and select "File -> Export".
- Then select your file type (IGES). No need to type in the file extension. FreeCAD will append a ".iges" automatically
Tip
Pressing CTRL-A will select ALL solids in the tree view, even the invisible ones.
Make sure to manually select all the solids you want to export.
Currently there is no support for text or annotation export with the IGES format due to lack of support with FreeCAD's geometric CAD kernel.
Industry Foundation Classes IFC
Inventor V2.1
Todo
Mesh Formats
- From the 3D-View simply select (in the tree-view) the solid(s) to export and select "File -> Export".
- Then select your file type. Be sure to type in also the file extension. Since these formats are mesh formats, the solids will be exported with a "standard" mesh quality.
- Use the Mesh Workbench to adjust the quality of the mesh if needed.
Tip
Pressing CTRL-A will select ALL solids in the tree view, even the invisible ones.
Make sure to manually select all the solids you want to export.
Open CAD Format
Todo
OpenSCAD CSG Format
Todo
OpenSCAD Format
Todo
Portable Document Format
Todo
Step with Colors
From the 3D-View simply select (in the tree-view) the solid(s) to export and select "File -> Export".
In FreeCAD 0.15 and above, by selecting "Edit -> Preferences" and then "Import-Export" in the left column you should have access to Step-Options such as units, scheme and Header Information. Be aware that Step AP203 does not support assembly structures, while Step AP 214 does.
Currently there is no support for text or annotation export with the STEP format due to lack of support with FreeCAD's geometric CAD kernel.
Spreadsheet
Todo
TetGen File
Todo
VRML 2.0
Todo
Wavefront OBJ - Arch Workbench
Todo
- Convert STL to OBJ forum thread
WebGL File
Todo
Export Data from third-party programs for import into FreeCAD
Tips and Tricks with using Third-Party Software
Inkscape
When exporting SVG-Data from Inkscape to FreeCAD be sure to use the file type "plain svg".
Sketchup
Please refer to the Page Importing From Sketchup
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