Importing a Stereolithography File As Mesh

Use the ImportSTLAsMesh command to import stereolithography files (STL) and insert the contained geometry as subdivision mesh objects (SubDMeshes) into the drawing.

The command is similar to the ImporSTL command but the result is a different object type.

When selected, the Properties palette shows the M vertex count and the N vertex count for the SubDMesh object in the Mesh section.

To import STL files:

  1. Type ImportSTLAsMesh at the command prompt.

    The dialog box displays with file type set to .stl.

  2. Navigate to the STL file to import and click Open.

tip If you explode a SubDMesh using the Explode command, it is converted into three- or four-sided surfaces in space named Faces.

Access

Command: ImportSTLAsMesh

Related Topics

Creating a Stereolithography File from a Drawing

Importing a Stereolithography File

Parent Topic

Exporting and Importing