Editing support types

You can create new support types using the Support Library panel, and then edit their parameters using the Support Parameter Editing panel.

To create a support type:

  1. Select 3D Printing > Supports to display the Support Library panel.

    The Support Library is divided into sections, and each section has a New File button.

  2. Click the New File button in the section to which you want to add the new support type. A support type called New File is created.
    Note: To rename the support type, right-click its icon and select Rename.

To edit the parameters of the existing support types:

  1. Select 3D Printing > Supports to display the Support Library panel.
  2. In the Support Library panel, select the support type that you want to edit. The Support Parameter Editing panel is displayed.
  3. Enter a description for the support type in the Description box.
  4. If you want to change the icon, click Change Icon. You can select a .png, .bmp, .jpg, or .gif file.
  5. Select an Editing Mode. There are two editing modes available: Basic and Advanced.
  6. Enter your parameters in the available boxes, then click to return to the library.
Note: The availability of this feature is license dependent.

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