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Export HTML (3D web page for review)

Export an assembly as a single HTML file that you can rotate, measure and explode in a web browser.

Edition: Expert+

What it does

Creates a single HTML page (similar to eDrawings) so customers or your team can view the 3D model in a web browser without installing any software. It has measuring tools (edge snap, angle, midpoint, hole centre), an assembly tree, Undo/Redo and colour themes.

Where to find it

Assembly › Share › Export HTML

Export HTML window
Export HTML window

Steps

  1. Click Export HTML.
  2. Choose what to include in the file (see the table).
  3. Click Export... and choose a file name in the Export 3D Assembly window. Wait for the progress bar (you can click Cancel).
Option Description
Explode (slider + animated explode / collapse) A slider and an Explode button in the web page
Motion (play the Motion Study sequence) Plays the Motion Study (available when motion data exists)
Spin show (turntable, starts when the page opens) Spins the model automatically when the page opens
Include 3D notes (Notes on/off button in the page) Includes 3D Notes with a button to turn them on/off
Show notes on open Shows the notes as soon as the page opens

Note: This command is in MECHCAD Expert and Premium. On Standard, the status bar shows a message suggesting an upgrade. See MECHCAD Editions.

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