GTC packages and P21 files for tools

You can import Fusion-supported tools from P21 files and Generic Tool Catalog (GTC) packages (.zip). A P21 file contains properties that define a tool’s geometry, which map to Fusion’s tool parameters during the import process. GTC packages include the tool’s properties (P21 file) and a model of the tool (STEP file). These files and packages are often available for download from tool vendors or manufacturers.

Important notes:

Errors and warnings

If there are any import issues with an imported tool, Fusion indicates these with an error icon error icon or a warning icon warning icon next to the tool. Edit the tool for more details about the import issues.

tools with errors and warnings

error icon Import errors occur when a tool parameter has a missing value. This can be because the file did not contain one initially or the value in the file is not supported by Fusion. You cannot use the tool until you provide a valid value.

warning icon Import warnings occur when Fusion assigns a default value to a tool parameter. This is because the file did not contain a value initially or the value in the file is not supported by Fusion. Verify the default value for the parameter before using the tool.

In the dialog that opens when editing a tool, any tabs containing parameters with import errors are highlighted red.

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