Importing Objects

The built-in object library (especially in the download version) may not contain all objects you need to complete your project. The program lets you import other objects stored on your disk in the following formats:

• 3DS format (created in the Autodesk® 3ds Max® software)
• Google SketchUP™ format
• Ogre XML format

To import an object from the file:

1. Select the Import 3D Object command from the File menu.


2. Choose the format from which you want to import. Select a file containing your object.
   
   The object model may have references to one or several textures. The program will try to find them in the folder containing the selected file. If a texture was not found, the program will ask you to select its location. The texture name will be shown at the top of the "open file" window.
   You can skip opening textures and use the materials from the built-in library.
   
   When you import a Google SketchUp™ object, two import options are available:
   • Make all surfaces double-sided to avoid invisible surfaces: this option changes the way of importing Google SketchUp™ objects. It is set by default.
   • Split Object Instances: splits a compound object to get its parts as separate objects in Live Interior 3D.
   See details in the Importing Google SketchUp™ Objects section.


3. The Type and Representation dialog will open. Make the necessary settings and click OK. You can change the settings later if needed.
   For more detail, see the Type and Representation section.