Importing files
Arkio supports importing and exporting of 3D models, Images, Rhino and Revit models as well as program data on Windows, Quest, iOS, and Android. When you place the files in the appropriate import directories and go to your create>import drawer in Arkio the imports will be visible here. (Revit and Rhino files with be automatically imported and exported in the correct directories)
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When assets in the import file tab show spinning dots they are currently being processed and will be available soon (depending on the size of your import). Imported models and images can be placed freely like Arkio props (placed as object) or can be placed fixed onto the worktable as a non-movable reference (place on table)
Loading content in the import directories is possible while Arkio is running. You can refresh the imports by clicking on the refresh icon on the top left corner of your create>import panel and wait for the files to be processed.
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When you load a new version of a Revit, 3D model, or image over the original file in the import folder Arkio will show a yellow notification that a new version is available when an older version of that asset is already placed in your scene. You can update all the objects in your scene to the latest version by clicking Update all in the right top corner.
Exporting Files
Arkio models are exported by opening the model carousel at the bottom of the main menu and selecting the export format. We recommend using our export to native Revit files as this will give you clean editable solid CAD geometry that can be exported to DWG IFC, SAT and STL using Revit's native exporters. You can also export your models to Rhino, BIM 360 and OBJ format.
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When selecting OBJ all Arkio's shapes and custom imported objects are exported with the materials and texture files saved in the device Export/Models folder. The models get exported in the metric system (1 unit = 1 meter) and will contain an OBJ, MTL, and all included texture files.
The OBJ's are exported from Arkio as one mesh. If you want to detach your geometry to individual meshes we recommend loading the OBJ into a mesh editing application like Blender, Sketchup, 3DsMax, and other 3D tools that support mesh editing to organize and cut your models in the geometry needed.
Import content on mobile devices
The most simple way to share imported files with mobile devices like the Oculus Quest and Ipad is using a Windows version of Arkio to import the content in a meeting that you join with your mobile devices. This way you will receive all the imported files loaded in that scene without having to connect the mobile device to a PC first. You can download the latest Windows client of Arkio for free on our website.
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In case you don't have a desktop PC/Mac available you can also import and export files on your mobile device by placing files in the import directory. You need to connect your device with a cable or use a file transfer service like dropbox to do this.
Windows
Using Arkio on Windows is the fastest way to get models in and out of Arkio. The following directories can be used to import and export files.
Imports
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Import
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Main import directory | |
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Import\Images
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Prepared Images in PNG (best for drawings) and JPG (best for pictures) | |
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Import\Models
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Prepared OBJ and MTL files including the required textures | |
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Import\Programs
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Customized program import CSV following our template | |
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Import\Videos
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Load your own videos in Arkio using a weblink | |
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Import\Revit
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Revit imports are automatically saved here using our plugin | |
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Import\Rhino
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Rhino imports are automatically saved here using our plugin |
Exports
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Export
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Main export directory | |
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Export\Models
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Arkio models exported to OBJ and MTL files including textures | |
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Export\Photos
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Photos created with Arkio (1920x1080 resolution) | |
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Export\Programs
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Arkio program data exported as CSV | |
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Export\Revit
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For loading Arkio creations back into Revit using our plugin | |
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\Export\Revit
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For loading Arkio creations back into Rhino using our plugin |
User files
%userprofile%\Documents\Arkio\UserModels
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Arkio's saved models | |
%userprofile%\appdata\locallow\Arkio\Arkio |
Arkio temporarily files |
Mac
If you don't have Windows PC the Mac OSX version of Arkio is the faster way to bring in custom content.
Imports
Documents\Arkio\Import
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Main import directory | |
Documents\Arkio\Import\Images
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Prepared Images in PNG (best for drawings) and JPG (best for pictures) | |
Documents\Arkio\Import\Models
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Prepared OBJ and MTL files including the textures | |
Documents\Arkio\Import\Revit
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Revit imports saved by our Revit plugin can be placed here (folder) | |
Documents\Arkio\Import\...
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See PC for other import categories |
Exports
Documents\Arkio\Export
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Main export directory | |
Documents\Arkio\Export\Models
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Arkio models exported to OBJ and MTL files including textures | |
Documents\Arkio\Export\Pictures
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Photos created with Arkio (1920x1080 resolution) | |
Documents\Arkio\Export\Revit
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For loading Arkio creations back to Revit using our Revit plugin | |
Documents\Arkio\Export\...
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See PC for other export categories |
User files
Documents\Arkio\UserModels
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Arkio's saved models | |
Documents\Arkio\ResourceCache
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Arkio temporarily files |
Quest
The most simple way to share an imported file with your Quest is by loading files from a Windows or Mac using our installer and hosting a meeting with your mobile devices. If you are using your Quest as a wired Headset (Oculus Link) you can use the normal Windows import/export directories mentioned above.
You can also place and find files in the following directories on your Quest locally but you will need to connect your device to a Windows PC or Mac using a USB cable and give permission to access the files on your device.
Imports
Quest\Internal shared storage\Arkio\Import
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Main import directory | |
Quest\Internal shared storage\Arkio\Import\Images
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Prepared Images in PNG (best for drawings) and JPG (best for pictures) | |
Quest\Internal shared storage\Arkio\Import\Models
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Prepared OBJ and MTL files including the textures | |
Quest\Internal shared storage\Arkio\Import\Revit |
Revit imports saved by our Revit plugin can be placed here (folder) | |
Quest\Internal shared storage\Arkio\Import\... |
See PC for other import categories |
Exports
Quest\Internal shared storage\Arkio\Export |
Main export directory | |
Quest\Internal shared storage\Arkio\Export\Models
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Arkio models exported to OBJ and MTL files including textures | |
Quest\Internal shared storage\Pictures |
Photos created with Arkio (1920x1080 resolution) | |
Quest\Internal shared storage\Arkio\Export\Revit
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For loading Arkio creations back to Revit using our Revit plugin | |
Quest\Internal shared storage\Arkio\Export\...
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See PC for other export categories |
User files
Quest\Internal shared storage\Arkio\UserModels |
Arkio's saved models | |
Quest\Internal shared storage\Arkio\ResourceCache |
Arkio temporarily files |
iOS & Android
The most simple way to share imported files with your iOS and Android device is to load them from a Windows PC using our installer and hosting a meeting with your mobile devices.
You can also connect the device to a PC or Mac to save/extract the files or use iOS or Android file browsing app with external cloud services like Dropbox or Google Drive to transfer the files to import or export from Arkio.
Imports
Files\Arkio\Import
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Main import directory | |
Files\Arkio\Import\Images
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Prepared Images in PNG (best for drawings) and JPG (best for pictures) | |
Files\Arkio\Import\Models
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Prepared OBJ and MTL files including the textures | |
Files\Arkio\Import\Revit
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Revit imports saved by our Revit plugin can be placed here (folder) | |
Files\Arkio\Import\...
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See PC for other import categories |
Exports
Files\Arkio\Export
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Main export directory | |
Files\Arkio\Export\Models
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Arkio models exported to .OBJ and .MTL including the textures | |
Files\Arkio\Pictures
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Photos created with Arkio (1920x1080 resolution) | |
Files\Arkio\Export\Revit
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For loading Arkio creations back to Revit using our Revit plugin | |
Files\Arkio\Export\...
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See PC for other export categories |
User files
Files\Arkio\UserModels |
Arkio's saved models | |
Files\Arkio\ResourceCache
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Arkio temporarily files |
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