Importing GLTF Files

You can import .gltf files directly into the software. After you import a GLTF mesh model, you can scale it and orient it. Skydio uses drone data to create these models.

To import a .gltf file:

1. From the Experimental ribbon, click GLTF.

2. Browse to the folder that contains the .GLTF file, select the file, and click Open.

3. From the Edit Symbol dialog, you can do the following:

	Rotate	Adjust the Yaw, Pitch, and Roll values to adjust the rotation of the object.
	Scale	Select a unit type, and then adjust the values to size the object. You can adjust the Length, Width and Height, individually, or use the Scale option to adjust all 3 values simultaneously.
	Center	Center the object in the drawing by adjusting the X, Y, and Z values. Adjust the values, and then click Center.
	Parts	Adjust properties for parts of the mesh.
	Snapshot	Take a snapshot of the mesh image. You can save the snapshot in .PNG, .JPEG, or TIFF formats.
	Save	Save the mesh as a model.
	Place	Place the mesh object in the drawing.

 

Adjusting Properties for the Parts of a Mesh Model

Mesh files are typically made up of parts, for which you can adjust properties.

Choose from the following settings:

Symbol Parts	Select the part to edit.
Part Color	Click the color tile to display the color palette and then select a color. Use the slider to adjust the intensity of the color.
Specular Color	Click the color tile to display the color palette and then select a color for reflective surfaces. Use the slider to adjust the intensity of the color.
Glow Color	Add a color to use for a glow effect.
Reflectivity	Use the slider to adjust the reflectivity of mirrors, windows, etc.
Part/Group Rotation	Rotate the part(s) selected in the Symbol Parts list. You can enter a value or use the slider. Click Reset to start over.
Paint Color	Enable this option to allow color adjustments for the selected part.
Hide Part	Show or hide the selected part.
Terrain	Include terrain, if it exists.
PBR	Use PBR for more options and textures for colors.