Create a 3ds Max USD model

USD for 3ds Max includes import tools that let artists use 3ds Max to author or edit USD data. You can create and export models for your USD pipeline and re-import it into other DCCs such has Maya to make further edits, if necessary.

This workflow enables the following:

• Pipeline TDs can incorporate 3ds Max into an automated USD pipeline with Python scripting. For more information, see the MaxScript USD Documentation.
• Artist can work in 3ds Max and contribute work in USD pipelines using the USD Importer and USD Exporter.

This method supports:

• Materials
• USD File Formats: Exporting USD file types in ASCII (.usda, human-readable), binary format (.usdc, encoded machine-readable), packaged format (.usdz)
• Meshes
• Cameras
• Photometric lights