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How do I convert from DXF drawing to a Onshape object?

bob_keyesbob_keyes Member Posts: 3 ✭
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I have a bunch of items that I built in DesignSpark I saved them as DXF files how do I convert them from drawings to objects in Onshape?
Bob

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  • john_mcculloughjohn_mccullough Moderator, Onshape Employees Posts: 38
    The way to build 3D parts in Onshape from 2D profiles stored in DXF files is to start a sketch in a Part Studio and use the Import DXF or DWG command. The lines/arcs etc. in your DXF will become sketch entities. From there you can add constraints as needed and use the sketch to build features. 
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