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From version 2.7.3 the plugin provides to two export modes: "3D windowWindow" and "Independent". Both of them have advantages and disadvantages, so it depends on the project which one you have to use.
In 3D Window mode plugin exports the geometries exactly as those are in the ArchiCAD 3D window. Plugin reads out scene information from the 3D window which means this window has to be open before the export (in case it is not open the plugin opens it automatically).
Comparison:
Export speed: it depends on the scene. For example scenes with many solid operations are usually exported much faster in 3D Window mode, while simpler scenes can be exported faster in Independent mode.
3D cutting planes and Marque mode: Independent mode doesn't support 3D cutting planes or Marque mode. In case you need these features, please change to 3D Window export mode.
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3D Window and Independent mode use different ArchiCAD API functions to read out geometry information from the scene. Sometimes the function used by Independent mode doesn't provide correct UV coordinates. In case you see strange texture effects on your exported scene, please try to switch to 3D Window mode, it can solve the problem. |
Use visibility filters
If it is ON the plugin exports only the items which are visible in the ArchiCAD 3D window.
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