In this article, users will be uploading 3D models and assigning them to dictionary itemsguided on how to:
Upload 3D models to PAM’s 3D assets library
Create Dictionary Category for 3D Models (all 3D models will use the same Dictionary Category)
Create Destination Dictionary for the 3D Model and assign the 3D model to the Destination Dictionary.
By doing this, you will have your 3D model ready to be added into Explorer Map.
The information below has been divided into sections for your convenience, if needed.
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Before proceeding, the user needs to ensure they meet the following file requirements.
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Using SketchUp to Download 3D Models
Note: Users can download 3D models from other websites besides 3D warehouse as long as it is exported as a .glb format. |
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How to upload 3D models to PAM’s 3D assets library
Steps
1. In the PAM navigation bar, go to Library > 3D assets
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2. Click on [UPLOAD] on the bottom right
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3. Drag files or find the appropriate files browse for the 3D model file on your computer.
Please note the file requirements: Maximum file size 1.0MB and .glb files only
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4. Click on Select the appropriate 3D model file
5. Click Open
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Create Dictionary Category for 3D models
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Steps
1. In the PAM navigation bar, go to Dictionary > Categories
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2. Click on [+ ADD CATEGORY] > Destination
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3. Fill in ‘Identifier’ (e.g. One word to identify all the similar models being uploaded) ‘3D’ as the Identifier
4. Fill in ‘Description’ (e.g. The name of what you are uploading) ‘3D Models’ as the Category Description
5. Save changes
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Create Destination Dictionary for the 3D model and assign the 3D model to the Destination Dictionary
Steps
1. In the PAM navigation bar, go to Dictionary > Destination Dictionary
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3. Fill in Display Copy. Name of the destination dictionary
4. Fill in Natural Language (TAGS). This helps to make it easy to find or link to locations
5. Select Dictionary Category. Assign destination to the category
6. Unique Destination. If enabled, it allows a user to assign the dictionary item to 1 location only
7. Available to navigation maps. If enabled, this will enable a user to assign the location to a digital sign
8. Hide from search. If enabled, this will disable the location from being searchable in the Interactive Kiosk
9. Input 3D assets (add in the .glb file)
10. Save changes
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Video Reference ⬇
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Next direct article Once you have completed the steps above, you are able to add the 3D models to the Explorer Map. |
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