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3D PDF Exporter for Rhino CAD

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- Supported on Windows

- No credit card needed

- 14 days Free (30 uses)

Rhino 3D CAD software interface for 3D PDF export Interactive 3D PDF file exported from Rhino CAD model

3D PDF materials and textures support for CAD models

Materials Support

Export Rhino 3D models with full materials, textures, and surface properties preserved in interactive PDF format


Multiple camera views and scenes in 3D PDF export from Rhino

Multiple Scenes & Cameras

Export multiple viewpoints and perspectives from your Rhino CAD model into a single 3D PDF document with switchable camera angles


PDF template designer for custom 3D PDF layouts

PDF Template Designer

Create custom PDF layouts and page templates to match your brand identity and presentation requirements


Merge multiple 3D PDF files into single document

PDF Portfolio Creation

Combine multiple 3D PDF files into comprehensive project portfolios and presentation packages


Easy to use CAD to 3D PDF converter workflow

Streamlined CAD Workflow

Professional-quality 3D PDF output with minimal steps - directly from Rhino's interface to shareable documents

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Installation and Setup Guide for Rhino 3D PDF Exporter

  • Download the plugin and install it.
  • Run Rhino.
  • Go to SimLab Tab and find 3d pdf Exporter Tab as shown in the image.
  • To obtain a trial license, open settings then follow the steps shown here.

SimLab 3D PDF Exporter plugin location in Rhino interface - step-by-step guide

Convert Rhino CAD Models to Interactive 3D PDF Documents

Transform your Rhino 3D designs into professional interactive PDF documents that clients can view, rotate, and explore using the free Adobe Acrobat Reader. Perfect for architectural presentations, product showcases, and design reviews without requiring specialized CAD software.




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FAQ

- Do I need specific software to open 3D PDF files

The 3d pdf files are natively supported on the official free Adobe Acrobat Reader.Adobe Acrobat Reader logo - required software for viewing 3D PDF files from Rhino

- Does 3D PDF files support texture?

Yes, it supports material and textures.

- How can I customize a 3D PDF file?

  • Go to SimLab Tab and find 3D PDF exporter Tab and then click on Settings

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  • Click on Setting in the image below.

    Rhino 3D PDF exporter settings dialog showing customization options for PDF output

  • The 3d pdf settings can be customized from the panel below

    Advanced Rhino 3D PDF customization panel with material and scene export options

- Does it support U3D or pre-based files?

Yes, it supports both.

- What information is exported from Rhino to 3d pdf model?

The plugin transfers geometries, materials, and textures.

- What versions of Rhino are supported?

The plugin supports Rhino 5 - 8, it works on Windows.

- What control do I have over the exported 3d pdf?

Defaults should work automatically for most of the models, the setting of the plugin still allows you to control the scale of the model, and the up vector to be used.

Licensing

Trial licenses:

- How to request a trial license? and for how long it would be valid?

Check this page for step by step instructions on how to request and activate a trial license.
Trial licenses are valid for 14 days or 30 trials whichever comes first.

Professional licenses:

- Requesting and activating a professional license?

Check this page for step by step, instructions on how to activate a professional license upon receiving a software key that can be used for activating the Plugin.