To Import Files from Other CAD Systems - Select Tab

Select files to import from CATIA, Solidworks, Pro-E/Creo, NX, Alias, Step, Iges, and Rhino

1. To selectively import into file, do one of the following:
   • To import to a new file select:
     • Open Import CAD Formats
     • Get Started tab Launch panel Import CAD Formats
   • To import into a part file select:
     • Manage tab Insert panel Import
     • 3D Model tab Create panel Import
2. In the applicable dialog box, set the Files of type to view the available files.
3. Select the file to import and click Open, and click the Select tab.
4. Select Load Model to load the model in the graphics window.
5. Click the round status icon to change the status of the associated object.

   Alias only: An additional option is available: You can choose to import the object as individual surfaces.

To edit the import options after importing, right-click on the file in the browser, and select Edit Import from the context menu.

Drag and drop to import files

You can also drag and drop to import individual or multiple part and assembly files. Do one of the following:

• Select the part or assembly file in Windows Explorer, and drag the file to the Inventor title bar. This action translates the part or assembly into a new Inventor file, and it can be done with or without an Inventor file open.
• With no Autodesk Inventor LT files open, select the part or assembly file in Windows Explorer, drag the file into the Autodesk Inventor LT graphics window. This action translates the part or assembly into a new Autodesk Inventor LT file.