Using Filters to Import STEP Files (2024 SP1)

While importing a large STEP file using 3D Interconnect, you can apply filters before import. This lets you import selected components from the file using the Import Filter window.

When you select Enable Filter while importing STEP file (File > Open), you can:
  • View the STEP product structure similar to the FeatureManager design tree.
  • Select and remove components from the STEP product structure.
  • Right-click components and click Keep Components or Exclude Components to select or remove multiple components at once.
  • Generate a minimalistic graphics preview (with fewer details such as excluding appearances) in the graphics area with Generate 3D Preview .
  • Click Import Model or Cancel. after previewing the filtered minimalistic model or directly without generating the graphics preview.

Importing a large STEP file is faster with improved performance depending on the number of objects that you select while applying filters. It also helps working with a simplified model.