Save
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File Save |
Ctrl (CMD) + S |
The Save command saves the current model.
The Save command backs up the current 3dm with the suffix of "(backup)" added to the file name before saving over it. When the 3dm is successfully saved, the backup file is moved to Trash.
Steps
- In the File name box, type a name for the file.
- Click Save.
To save as an earlier version of Rhino
Save small
Clear render and analysis meshes to reduce the 3dm file size. When you open the model next time, Rhino will re-create the render and analysis meshes as needed.
Save textures
Embed images used by materials, environments and decals into the 3dm. The images will not be lost when the 3dm is moved to another computer. Details...
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Search the following settings in Advanced settings to change the behaviors for embedded images.
EmbedFileDocumentDefault (True) enables or (False) disables the "Save textures" checkbox for new Rhino models.
NeverEmbedFiles (True) hides the "Save textures" checkbox and stops embedding images in Rhino models.
AlwaysUnpackEmbeddedFilesToTemp (True) moves the *embedded_files folder from next to 3dm to the TEMP folder.
Save plugin data
Save data attached to objects or the document by plug-ins.
Save geometry only
Saves geometry objects only. No layers, materials, properties, notes, or units settings are saved.
This is similar to exporting the objects. A new file is made, but it does not become your active Rhino model.
In the emergency save (out of memory) situation, Rhino automatically attempts to save your current model under a different name and prevent you from saving over your last .3dm file. Search your hard disk for a file named RHINO_EMERGENCY_SAVE.3dm.
To access hidden command-line options
- Type a hyphen in front of the command name: -Save.
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Version |
Specifies the Rhino version for the saved file. |
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SaveSmall |
Though clearing the render meshes makes the file smaller, it will shade and render more slowly the next time you open the file. |
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GeometryOnly |
Saves geometry objects only. No layers, materials, properties, notes, or units settings are saved. This is similar to exporting the objects. A new file is made, but it does not become your active Rhino model. |
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SaveTextures |
Embeds external textures used by materials, environments and decals into the model. |
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SavePlugInData |
Saves data attached to objects or the document by plug-in applications. |
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Browse |
Opens the Save window. |
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The SaveACopy command saves the current Rhino model, including unsaved data, to a new 3dm file. The current date and time will be added to the file name.
Differences between SaveACopy and SaveAs
- SaveAs opens the new 3dm in the current Rhino window. SaveACopy does not.
- SaveAs allows saving all file formats supported by Rhino. SaveACopy only saves 3dm files of different Rhino versions.
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File Save As (+ Option) |
The SaveAs command saves the current model with a different name, closes the current model, and opens the new model.
Options
Save small
Clear render and analysis meshes to reduce the 3dm file size. When you open the model next time, Rhino will re-create the render and analysis meshes as needed.
Save textures
Embed images used by materials, environments and decals into the 3dm. The images will not be lost when the 3dm is moved to another computer. Details...
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Search the following settings in Advanced settings to change the behaviors for embedded images.
EmbedFileDocumentDefault (True) enables or (False) disables the "Save textures" checkbox for new Rhino models.
NeverEmbedFiles (True) hides the "Save textures" checkbox and stops embedding images in Rhino models.
AlwaysUnpackEmbeddedFilesToTemp (True) moves the *embedded_files folder from next to 3dm to the TEMP folder.
Save plugin data
Save data attached to objects or the document by plug-ins.
Save geometry only
Saves geometry objects only. No layers, materials, properties, notes, or units settings are saved.
This is similar to exporting the objects. A new file is made, but it does not become your active Rhino model.
To access hidden command-line options
- Type a hyphen in front of the command name: -SaveAs.
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Version |
Specifies the Rhino version for the saved file. |
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SaveSmall |
Though clearing the render meshes makes the file smaller, it will shade and render more slowly the next time you open the file. |
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GeometryOnly |
Saves geometry objects only. No layers, materials, properties, notes, or units settings are saved. This is similar to exporting the objects. A new file is made, but it does not become your active Rhino model. |
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SaveTextures |
Embeds external textures used by materials, environments and decals into the model. |
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SavePlugInData |
Saves data attached to objects or the document by plug-in applications. |
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Browse |
Opens the Save window. |
Note: To save as a different version of Rhino on the Mac, use the ExportAll command.
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File Save As Template |
The SaveAsTemplate command saves the current model as a template file.
Options
Save small
Clear render and analysis meshes to reduce the 3dm file size. When you open the model next time, Rhino will re-create the render and analysis meshes as needed.
Save textures
Embed images used by materials, environments and decals into the 3dm. The images will not be lost when the 3dm is moved to another computer. Details...
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Search the following settings in Advanced settings to change the behaviors for embedded images.
EmbedFileDocumentDefault (True) enables or (False) disables the "Save textures" checkbox for new Rhino models.
NeverEmbedFiles (True) hides the "Save textures" checkbox and stops embedding images in Rhino models.
AlwaysUnpackEmbeddedFilesToTemp (True) moves the *embedded_files folder from next to 3dm to the TEMP folder.
Save plugin data
Save data attached to objects or the document by plug-ins.
Notes
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The SaveAsTemplate command uses a default location:
/Applications/Rhinoceros.app/Contents/Frameworks/RhCore.framework/Versions/Current/Resources/[language-code].lproj/Template Files
To access hidden command-line options
- Type a hyphen in front of the command name: -SaveAsTemplate.
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SaveSmall |
Though clearing the render meshes makes the file smaller, it will shade and render more slowly the next time you open the file. |
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SaveTextures |
Embeds external textures used by materials, environments and decals into the model. |
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SavePlugInData |
Saves data attached to objects or the document by plug-in applications. |
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Browse |
Opens the Save window. |
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File Save Small |
The SaveSmall command saves geometry objects without meshes.
Note
- Use SaveSmall when you want to save disk space or send the file to someone via e-mail or other electronic media.
- Your render meshes will regenerate when you Render or Shade your viewports.
- If your model takes a long time to shade the first time, save your render meshes. This will save time when opening the file or shading the first time.
To access hidden command-line options
- Type a hyphen in front of the command name: -SaveSmall.
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Version |
Specifies the Rhino version for the saved file. |
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SavePlugInData |
Saves data attached to objects or the document by plug-in applications. |
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Browse |
Opens the Save window. |
See also
Export
Save selected objects to a new file.
ExportWithOrigin
Save objects to a new file with a specified origin and construction plane.
ExportBitmaps
Create files from bitmaps in the model.
OptionsExport
Save Options settings to a file.