OBJ Import?
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2008-04-22 07:41 AM
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2008-04-22 06:47 PM
This is something I wish for all the time. However, at this time, other, intermediate tools (Cinema 4d?, I have no idea), will be required.
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2008-04-22 07:16 PM
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2010-11-12 05:13 PM
Select "open object" and file type Wavefront. Resulting GDL object has materials which 3DS import loses!
ArchiCAD protection key can run older versions, ask your dealer for old installation CD (or DVD).
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2012-06-05 01:48 AM
ctrl+shift+O to open special files and select OBJ format.
Save the object imported, and open it as Object from your library in your newer archiCAD... No clue why we can't do that now (glad I hold my old version)...
A longer way (if you don't have a 3 to 7 version archicad copy) is exporting the object to DAE format from 3rd party softwares (like lightwave or 3d studio), and open it in Google Sketchup free version, then download it to your archicad using the new add-on at:
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2012-06-06 09:11 PM
Daniel wrote:I have used 3DS with good results. But then I'm not doing high zoot interior stuff. But then I wouldn't do that in ArchiCAD anyway.
Thanks Chazz. I have used the 3ds plug in many times and it sucks.
I assume you've looked at the various furniture libraries in native format in the depository and elsewhere. There are quite a few and they look to be quite good. I have only used the ForaForm stuff myself which works well. Most of it seems to be quite modern so if you're looking for traditional furniture that's probably harder.
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2014-01-10 11:57 AM
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2014-01-10 01:18 PM
Local language ArchiCAD versions can be downloaded from local Graphisoft partners. Just download ArchiCAD 7, it does work with wibu key for sure.
Follow instructions how to use obj and 3ds files told here earlier.
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2014-01-10 06:54 PM
That said, Why Shouldn't GS keep a practical feature(s) that existed in previous versions instead of looking in which version that feature or another has existed.
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2014-08-07 05:51 PM
While the new native SketchUp import is great, there are TONS of highly detailed objects offered by equipment and furniture vendors around the world and now you can convert them to friendly ArchiCAD objects with great 2d symbols and smooth, accurately textured 3d surfaces. This really solves a lot of aggravation I have harbored for the native archiCAD library. Objects just look clunky. I no longer have to model lamp fixtures or other items that have an OBJ file out there.
The Add-on pays for itself if you consider the amount of time you spend trying to build a single custom object.
Try the demo version:
http://www.day8design.hu/modelport/