How to export files from Shapr3D

Exporting files from Shapr3D lets you use your designs beyond the modeling workspace. You can export 3D models for further editing in other CAD applications, prepare files for manufacturing or 3D printing, or export 2D drawings and images for documentation and sharing.

The exported content and available options depend on the file format you choose.

Before you begin

Before exporting, check the supported file types to find a format compatible with your intended application.

Export files from Shapr3D

Export your designs in a supported file format to use them in other applications or workflows.

Export a file

To export a file:

1. In the modeling space, open the File menu (macOS/Windows) or More menu (iPadOS), then select Export to > Export...
2. Choose a file format from the available format types.
3. If applicable, configure the export settings for your selected format.
4. Select Export.
5. In the Save As dialog, enter a file name and choose where to save your file.
6. Select Save.

Export multiple formats

You can export your design in multiple file formats at once.

To export multiple formats:

1. Open the Export menu.
2. Select Select.
3. Choose the file formats you want to export.
4. Configure the available export settings for each format, if applicable.
5. Select Export.

Export isolated parts

You can export isolated parts in any supported export format except the native .shapr format. This restriction helps preserve the complete design when exporting a Shapr3D project.

To export isolated parts:

1. Isolate the part you want to export.
2. Follow the steps to export a file.

Export items separately

Some export formats let you save first-level items or sketch planes as separate files.

When available, enable Save Each First-Level Item Separately or Save Each Sketch Plane Separately in the export settings. The resulting files are organized into a ZIP archive.

Choose an export format

Shapr3D organizes export formats into categories to help you find the format that matches your workflow.

File format categories

Available categories include:

• All formats – View all recommended and supported formats.
• Share options – Share your project or publish a version for viewing and collaboration.
  • Project – Manage access and share a project link that can be viewed in a browser or opened in Shapr3D. You can also download the .shapr file. To learn more, visit Share project details to your team.
  • Published Version – Publish and share a link to view 3D models and 2D drawings in a browser without installing Shapr3D. Viewers can preview, review, and comment depending on their permissions. To learn more, visit Published Versions.
• 3D model – Export 3D models in formats such as Shapr3D, Parasolid, STEP, IGES, 3MF, STL, and OBJ.
• 3D print – Export models for 3D printing in formats such as STL and 3MF.
• Sketch – Export sketches in DWG, DXF, or SVG format.
• Drawing – Export 2D drawings in DWG, DXF, or PDF format.
• AR – Export models for augmented reality in formats such as USDZ and GLB.
• Image – Export images in PNG or JPEG format.
• Slicer (by Prusa) – Send your design directly to PrusaSlicer or EasyPrint to prepare prints for a Prusa 3D printer. To learn more, visit Export for 3D printing to PrusaSlicer in Shapr3D.
• Slicer (Bambu) – Send your design directly to Bambu Studio on desktop to prepare prints for Bambu Lab printers. To learn more, visit Export for 3D printing to Bambu Studio in Shapr3D.
• Slicer (Orca) – Send your design directly to OrcaSlicer on desktop to prepare prints for a range of FDM printers. To learn more, visit Export for 3D printing to OrcaSlicer in Shapr3D.

Save your favorite formats

Save frequently used export formats as favorites for quicker access during future exports.

To save a favorite format:

1. Open the Export menu.
2. Hover over the file format you want to save.
3. Select the star icon.

Configure export settings

Available export settings depend on the selected file format. Use these options to control how your design is saved and what information is included.

General export settings

Depending on the selected format, you may have access to the following settings:

• File Name: Enter a name for the exported file.
• Include Hidden Items: Include hidden items in the exported file.
• Include Mesh Bodies: Include mesh bodies in the export.
• Units: Choose the export unit, such as millimeter, centimeter, meter, inch, or foot.

Format-specific settings

Some formats provide additional options for controlling geometry, resolution, appearance, and file organization.

• File name – Enter a name for your project.
• File Format/Output Format – You have several options: AP203, AP214, AP242, text, ASCII, and binary. The latter is the default format since it’s more common and compact. 
• Include Dimensions – Any locked dimensions in your project will be preserved.
• Include Hidden Items – Turn on the switch if you want hidden items to be saved in the export. 
• Include Mesh Bodies – Turn on the switch if you want mesh bodies to be saved in the export.
• Compress Geometries – Turn on to compress geometries in your projects.
• Compress Textures – Turn on to compress textures in your projects.
• Include Hidden Sketches – Turn on the switch if you want hidden sketches to be saved in the export. 
• Include Vertex Colors – Turn on the switch if you want to preserve vertex colors in the export. 
• Resolution – Set the quality of the export. If you want to set a custom resolution, you can set the deviation and angle tolerances. 
• Save Each First-Level Item Separately – Turn on the switch if you want to export your project in separate, organized files. These files are then compressed into a ZIP file. 
• Save Each Sketch Plane Separately – Turn on the switch if you want to export your project in separate, organized files. These files are then compressed into a ZIP file. 
• Units – Set the unit of your export to millimeter, centimeter, meter, inch, or foot.