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Re: Where to put 3D model files for footprints


 

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Hi


In my case, the 3D models folder are also part of my footprint libraries structure.

The footprint folder installed by Kicad is only a place were I grab what I need to populate my personal 3D folder.


Of course the KISYS3DMOD points to my personal 3D folder.




On 12/10/21 18:03, Chris via groups.io wrote:

Hi,

I have download a PCB footprint from a vendor that includes a STEP (.STP) file of the part. I have added the footprint to my personal footprint library, but where can/should I put the 3D model file in order that it not be overwritten by future KiCad installations? I use KiCad nightly releases and I that see KiCad defines the path KICAD6_3DMODEL_DIR, but I suspect anything I put there might get blown away by a new install, which for me would be every day (max.).

Any thoughts?

Thank you.

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