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3DS Import for Solid Edge - 3D Studio 3DS file import add-in for Solid Edge

This tutorial provides the necessary information and hands-on experience to help you get started with 3DS Import for Solid Edge.


Step 1: Start Solid Edge (if you haven't already).

Step 2: If you already have a document opened skip to step 3. Otherwise select New from the File menu. You will be presented with the New dialog box. Select any type of document and Click OK. This is because the 3DS Import for Solid Edge submenu is displayed only if there is a document currently opened in Solid Edge. So in this case, an empty document will do.

Step 3: Click the Import button on the "Add-Ins" ribbon bar.

Step 4: The Open dialog box is displayed. Select C:\Program Files\SYCODE\3DS Import for Solid Edge\Samples\Sample 1.3ds.

Step 5: The Solid Edge New dialog box is displayed. Select any .par file and click OK.

The 3DS file is imported into a new part document.

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