How to upload 3d models to fusion 360?
Hey I am a beginner in fusion 360 and was trying to make a case for my raspberry pi 4 attached on a 5" waveshare display. I downloaded the raspberry pi 3d model from grabCAD. I used the upload option in fusion 360, uploaded the file, then i clicked on the data panel, but saw nothing but tutorials and stuff. I am using fusion 360 on windows. Can someone tell if i missed something.
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1. You're likely in the "Library" attic!
In the Data Panel (the grid icon on the top left), look for a small "House" icon. Click it! You are probably stuck inside the "Samples" or "Tutorials" folder. Once you hit that Home icon, look for a folder named "My First Project" or "Admin Project". Your uploaded Raspberry Pi is almost certainly waiting for you there.
2. Check the "Slow Cooker" (Upload Progress)
Since Fusion 360 is cloud-based, it has to "translate" the GrabCAD file after you upload it. Check the Clock icon (Job Status) in the top right corner of your screen. If it's still spinning, the cloud is still processing your model. Give it a minute!
3. Use the Search Bar
Don't waste time scrolling. Click the Magnifying Glass at the top of the Data Panel and type "Raspberry". Fusion will scan all your folders and pull it up for you.
4. A Pro-Tip for your Case Design
When you finally open that model, you’ll notice there is no "Timeline" at the bottom. This is because GrabCAD files (like .STEP or .IGES) are "dumb" files.
Right-click on the very top name of your model in the Browser (the list on the left).
Select "Capture Design History".
Now you'll have a timeline, which makes designing a case around the Pi much easier!
Still can't see it?
Go to File > Open and select "Open from my computer". Just pick the file you downloaded from GrabCAD directly. It skips the cloud upload step and gets you straight to work!
Good luck with the Waveshare display setup—those look great once they’re cased up! Let me know if you hit another snag.
