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Tutorial 02- Exporting Models in FBX and GLB

1/11/2019

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Export Files in FBX format (100mb recommended for iPad and 50mb for iPhones) 
​GLB format supported from ARki 11. 


ARki uses FBX format which is compatible with most 3d Software Packages.
From ARki 11, we released GLB support for projects which can also be viewed on the web. Read GLB export instructions for best performance in ARki: 

Below is a list of supported Softwares with FBX and how you can import them into ARki with textures. 
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For the best export settings please embed all textures and flip YZ axis where possible. 

FBX Export from Sketchup into ARki

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** please note for Sketchup the FBX needs to be in a ZIP file with the textures so that the app can read the textures. 
example ZIP here
Please import the ZIP file containing both FBX and Textures. 

FBX Export from Microstation into ARki

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FBX Export from MAYA into ARki

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Maya 2023 instructions here

FBX Export from 3D Studio Max into ARki

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3DS Max 2023 instructions here

FBX Export from Rhino into ARki

FBX Export from Cinema4d into ARki

FBX Export from Archicad into ARki

*Please note Archicad 2022 is currently not supporting FBX files - DAE support coming soon to ARki

FBX Export from Blender into ARki

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For Blender export with texture ensure Path Mode is set to Copy and the Icon next to path mode is selected. 

Check FBX model using Autodesk FBX Viewer

You can check the FBX model using an independent software to ensure the model is exported as desired. ​We recommend Autodesk Viewer for easy uploading and viewing files incase you are having issues with your FBX Files. 

Convert to FBX using Autodesk convertor

If your software does not support FBX, you can use FBX convertor below to convert files. This can also be used for softwares which do not support new versions of FBX, especially Sketchup, and Autodesk. 
​https://www.autodesk.com/developer-network/platform-technologies/fbx-converter-archives
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18 Comments
Daniel Di Giusto
9/1/2018 07:24:14 am

Is there currently a workaround to export an archicad model as an fbx file?

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sahar
15/2/2018 02:20:49 pm

Hello you can also send us obj or .3ds format.

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Kevin
15/1/2018 03:52:25 pm

como coloco mi proyecto en la aplicación?

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Sahar
16/1/2018 07:09:35 pm

To create a custom application please visit the pricing plan page:
https://www.darfdesign.com/arkipricing.html

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Sarah Louis
31/12/2018 12:58:44 pm

Hello! If I have a model in Rhino, it is still okay to export it in fbx and import it into this correct?

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sahar link
31/5/2019 04:29:47 pm

Yes .fbx files from Rhino should work fine

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Elisabeth Black link
22/1/2019 03:37:21 pm

Hey, do you have any export settings for Cinema 4D?

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Andrea Man.
28/1/2019 08:31:54 am

From Revit I am exporting model to 3dsmax and then into .fbx, I found this to be a good workflow, but how can I control materials? I am keeping the standard materials from RVT, the glass is transparent in 3ds but shows opaque in ARki. Thank you!

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MIGUEL GOMEZ
5/7/2019 10:30:00 pm

Hi guys, how can I change the coordinates for my imported model, I tried with the fbx and obj extensions for 3 different projects and all of them are uploaded in the wrong coordinates (y,y,z) position. Please answer to me asap, I have an important presentation to do.

Thanks.

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sahar
19/7/2019 06:37:33 am

HI Miguel you need to select the Flip Y/Z option when you are exporting your models. This is normally a checkbox in your export settings.

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MANGESH
14/11/2019 03:44:31 am

I tried exporting 3D CAD model (created in AutoCAD) in .fbx format but in ARki, it says "empty model."

Am i doing the process wrong or ARki cannot read the 3D objects of AutoCAD format.

Is there any work around or do i have to create model in specified software only?

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sahar link
2/12/2019 11:16:55 am

Hello, currently ARki does not support fbx exported from autocad, you can try converting the fbx files using this convertor here: https://www.autodesk.com/developer-network/platform-technologies/fbx-converter-archives

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Gairik Bhattacharya
21/11/2019 03:10:49 pm

Will there be a feature for Revit export anytime soon?

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arta link
2/12/2019 11:19:44 am

yes we are working on this. The current ARki version does support FBX from revit, although materials do not export from revit atm. You could try alternative fbx exporters from revit which have better material support, or texture your models in another 3d software.

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YAJAIRA
27/4/2021 06:15:23 pm

Hola, la versión gratuita cuantos proyectos permite visualizar?
subí un proyecto y se ve perfecto, pero al intentar subir otro ya no me lo permitió
hay algún limite diario?
o limite de almacenamiento?
si borro el primero que subí podre subir otro después?

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Elise
27/4/2023 08:20:07 am

Hello,
When I change the scale in my model before the FBX export, It's always the same scale in Arki.
How am I supposed to change the scale?

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juan
24/11/2023 10:03:02 am

is there a maximum file limit size for FBX files to be uploaded?

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بهروز خدابنده
22/1/2025 10:18:39 am

آیا برای اندروید منتشر نمی شود؟

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