The MeshImportPlugin is used to import different mesh data into a MAGNET Modeler model. You can import data from different file formats:
- Autodesk FBX (*.fbx)
- Autodesk DXF (*.dxf)
- Collada (*.dae)
- Collada (*.xml)
- 3D Studio Max 3DS (*.3ds)
- Wavefront Object (*.obj)
Using the plugin
The plugin can be accessed by the MeshImportPlugin icon in the MAGNET Modeler user interface.
You can add a new file by double-clicking the icon or right-clicking it and selecting insert. The Mesh Insertion Parameters dialog box opens, and you can select a file to import.
You can choose to import data as mesh or as surface.
You can specify Main Group, Origo, Rotation, and Scale.
If you have added a file to MAGNET Modeler, it is shown in the user interface. You can edit settings by double-clicking the added item or right-clicking it and selecting settings. The item can be deleted by pressing delete or selecting remove.