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- Modeling Aids
- Construction Planes
- Creating Curves
- Creating Surfaces
- Form Finding
- Building Solids
- Editing Solids
- Apply Materials
**PangolinMesh** is a render mesh Polygroup plugin for Rhino. Its intent is to create high-quality rendering meshes that eliminate tessellation gaps between surfaces. This means an object can be made up of several separate, unjoined objects but be meshed as if they were joined. This eliminates visible gaps along adjacent edges that are often seen in detailed renderings. It also allows easier material assignment in a 3rd-party rendering package like KeyShot. Pangolin mesh has the following basic features:
These mesh tools have the following basic features:
* Creates rendering meshes from Rhino polysurfaces.
* Creates joined rendering meshes from unjoined input geometry.
You can use Pangolin’s meshing capabilities from the command line and the graphical user interface.
[PangolinMesh](https://www.food4rhino.com/en/app/pangolinmesh) is for Rhino 7. It will be updated to Rhino 8 in the future.
PangolinMesh can be found on:
1. [Food4Rhino PangolinMesh](https://www.food4rhino.com/en/app/pangolinmesh)
1. Install with Rhino Package Manager by typing PangolinMesh
**General Workflow**
1. Drag and drop layers into the PangolinMesh Group Panel. Objects in the same group will mesh as if they are joined.
1. Run the Pangolin Mesh command to create render meshes associated with those objects in the groups.
1. Set Material assignments to the layers or the objects directly.
# Commands
**PangolinMesh**
Used without a hyphen prefix, this command opens the meshing settings dialog, lets the user select various options, and then creates the mesh.
Used with a hyphen prefix (i.e., - “-PangolinMesh”), the command presents the options on the command line and creates the final mesh.
**PangolinGroups**
Opens the Pangolin group panel (see Pangolin Groups above). This panel can be docked along with other panels, or it can be free floating.
**PangolinZoomSelected**
See Result above. Zooms onto the polysurface that relates to the tagged problem.
# PangolinMesh Command
## Creating a rendering mesh from a polysurface using PangolinMesh
To begin the creation of a rendering mesh, select a polysurface and type the **PangolinMesh** command at the Rhino command prompt. The following dialog will appear:
### Command Buttons
You can check the rendering mesh result before committing it to the model by pressing the “Preview” button.
Pressing “OK” will add the mesh(es) to the model. Cancel will stop the process without making any changes to the model.
The “Advanced…” button switches to the advanced UI. See “Advanced…” below.
## Other Settings
### Presets
Pangolin can switch between a number of preset settings. The presets are stored in XML files in a special folder in your computer’s user account. You can open this folder by clicking the “Open” icon to the right of the combo box.
* You can switch to any of the installed presets by choosing the name from the combo box.
* To install new presets, or delete existing presets just add or remove xml files from the folder.
* You can save the current settings to the presets folder by pressing the “Save” button.
* You can control the settings that appear the first time you run PangolinMesh in a session of Rhino by saving a file called “default.xml” in the preset folder.
### Simple Meshing Parameters
Each of the following values can be optionally ignored by setting them to 0.0.
### Tolerance
Sets the maximum distance that the center of a mesh face will deviate from the input surface.
### Minimum edge length
Removes small triangles during the initial subdivision phase by ensuring mesh edge lengths do not drop below the specified value.
### Maximum edge length
Causes additional subdivision of a mesh face if edge lengths exceed the specified value.
### Maximum aspect ratio
Causes additional subdivision of a mesh face if its aspect ratio exceeds the specified value. This can remove long, thin triangles, but it only affects the initial subdivision, not the final tessellation.
### Polygon count
Displays the number of mesh faces created if the current settings are used. Click the “Preview” button to generate the render mesh.
These settings determine how the mesh and polysurfaces are presented after the Preview button has been pressed.
### Show mesh wires
If checked, the mesh wires of the preview render mesh will be displayed.
### Show naked edges
If checked, naked edges on the preview rendering mesh will be highlighted. (Not yet implemented)
### Show surface wires
If checked, the surface edges and iso-params of the input polysurfaces will be displayed.
### Highlight problem faces
If checked, polysurfaces that reported a problem or a warning will be highlighted in red and yellow, respectively.
### Auto-join mode
Auto-join mode determines how Pangolin creates rendering meshes from unjoined input polysurfaces. If two polysurfaces are adjacent but unjoined, Rhino will not treat them as being joined and will create two meshes whose edge vertices may not align. This means that the two meshes cannot be joined into a watertight mesh after the meshing operation, and may show gaps between the parts when rendered.
Pangolin’s “auto-join” feature attempts to treat adjacent polysurfaces as a single joined object and will create the meshes with co-aligned vertices. You can control which polysurfaces Pangolin considers joined using the PangolinGroups feature.
The options for auto-joining are:
**None**
Each individual polysurface will result in an individual rendering mesh. The software will not attempt to align vertices between adjacent rendering meshes. (This works similarly to the Rhino mesh command)
**Selection**
All of the polysurfaces in the current selection will be checked for adjacency with each other. If the distance between their edges is less than the “Global join tolerance”, they will be treated as joined, and the rendering meshes will be created with aligned vertices.
In Selection mode, all groups defined in the *PangolinGroups* panel will be ignored when checking for input surface adjacency.
If the “Join Meshes” check box is checked, rendering meshes from adjacent input polysurfaces on the same layer will be joined into a single render mesh.
**Groups**
Polysurfaces will be tested for adjacency with other polysurfaces in the same group. The group of a polysurface is determined by the group its layer is placed in on the PangolinGroups panel.
Grouped polysurfaces are considered adjacent if they are closer than the minimum join tolerance - or they are closer than the minimum join tolerance specified for that group in the PangolinGroups panel, whichever is the larger value.
Adjacent grouped polysurfaces will have their meshes generated with aligned vertices so that they can be joined into a watertight mesh.
If the “Join Meshes” check box is checked, meshes from adjacent input polysurfaces on the same layer will be joined into a single rendering mesh, eliminating any gaps in the tessellation between surfaces.
### Result
The result field shows reported problems and warnings from the preview meshing process. The “Preview” button must be pressed to show these results.
Clicking the “Tag and Close” button on the right of the field closes the Pangolin Mesher Settings dialog and adds a text dot object at the location of each problem and warning.
More information about the reported problem or warning can be found in the Pangolin Object Properties page for each text dot.
Clicking the “Tag and Close” button on the right of the field closes the Pangolin Mesher Settings dialog and adds a text dot object at the location of each problem and warning.
You can find more information about the reported problem or warning on the Pangolin Object Properties page for each text dot.
You can zoom into the object causing the problem report by pressing the “Zoom” button at the bottom of the object properties page when the text dot is selected. You can alternatively run the **PangolinZoomSelected** command to achieve the same result.
## Advanced
Clicking the “Advanced…” button at the bottom of the dialog switches the “Simple meshing parameters” to the “Advanced meshing parameters” set of controls. You can return to the “Simple meshing parameters” by clicking on the “Simple…” button.
The advanced parameters are for expert use only and are only exposed to allow users to test the internal POPLib meshing parameters directly. They are not documented here. Further information is available in the POPLib documentation.
# PangolinMesh groups
The Pangolin Groups panel is opened using the PangolinGroups command. In Rhino 5 it is used in combination with the Pangolin Layers panel (open using PangolinLayers command). In Rhino 6 the same functionality is available from the Rhino layers panel.
Pangolin groups determine how objects are associated with each other during “auto-joining” when the meshing auto-join mode is set to Groups.
Objects are always grouped using their Rhino layer. Pangolin groups are a list of layers. A Pangolin group can contain any layer - including the sublayer of a layer that is in a different group. The Pangolin Groups panel shows the hierarchical relationship between layers in that group, but it is still possible to place sub-layers into other groups.
## Managing Groups
### Adding a group
Pangolin Groups are created by clicking the “+” button in the Pangolin Groups panel. Once created, layers are assigned to groups by dragging a layer from the Pangolin Layers panel (Rhino layers panel in Rhino 6) to a group in the Pangolin Groups panel. Dragging a parent layer will also add its sub-layers.
### Deleting a group
Groups may be deleted using the Delete Group button on the panel toolbar or right-clicking on the group.
### Select objects not in a group
Clicking this button selects all of the objects in the current model that have not been assigned to a group. In other words, all objects that are on a layer that has not been added to one of the groups.
### Select layers not in a group
Selects all of the layers in the Pangolin Layers panel (or Rhino 6 layers panel) that have not been assigned to a group.
### Select layers from objects selection
Selects the layers in the Pangolin Layers panel (or Rhino 6 layers panel) that the selected objects are on.
### Open the layers panel
Opens the PangolinLayers panel (or Rhino 6 layers panel).
### Run the mesher command
Opens the mesher dialog - runs PangolinMesh.
### Group color
Groups are assigned a random color when they are created. This color is used to identify objects within the group when the “Show group color” checkbox is checked (at the bottom of the panel). Those objects not in a group are shown in the color selected by the color button at the bottom right of the panel.
### Per-group join tolerance
Join tolerance can be specified per-group. See Groups for more information.
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# Using Adobe Substance 3D Designer with Rhino
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/docs/guides/rendering-new/adobe-substance-integration/
The Substance Importer plug-in for Rhino enables you to easily import Substance materials (SBSAR files) directly into Rhino as Physically Based materials.
Rhinoceros includes PBR and can import [Adobe Substance 3D Designer](https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-designer.html) materials for realistic-looking renderings! The Substance Importer plugin for Rhino enables you to easily import Substance 3D materials (SBSAR files) into Rhino as “Physically Based” materials. The material presets and parameters can be edited directly within Rhino.
Credit: Adobe Substance 3D Designer - [See full article](https://substance3d.adobe.com/magazine/exploring-product-design-workflows-creative-iterations-with-substance)
## Integration of Substance materials into Rhino
Substance 3D materials from Adobe Substance 3D Assets library, Adobe Substance 3D Community assets or directly created in Adobe Substance 3D Designer or Sampler, are supported in Rhino through a free plugin (SubstanceImporter). Substance Importer enables SBSAR as a file format, which can be imported into the Rhino material editor using the "Substance" type or by drag and drop. In addition to the import feature, Substance 3D parametric assets can be edited directly in Rhino by tweaking the parameters in Rhino material and seeing the variations in real-time in Rhino viewer.
To install the plugin:
1. Go to the Tools pulldown > Package Manager.
2. Search for SubStanceImporter.
3. Click Download and Install.
4. Restart Rhino.
The video below covers more of the details on using these materials:
## Substance Applications
[Adobe Substance 3D Designer](https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-designer.html) is the reference solution for 3D digital materials authoring and texturing.
* Download and share for free 3D assets created by the Substance 3D community on [Adobe Substance 3D Community Assets](https://substance3d.adobe.com/community-assets).
* Download high-end Substance 3D materials with [Substance 3D Assets library](https://substance3d.adobe.com/assets).
* Use [Substance 3D Sampler](https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-sampler.html) to convert physical samples and photos into digital asset, blend existing resources, apply filters and publish Substance 3D materials.
* Design Substance 3D materials from scratch in [Substance 3D Designer](https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-designer.html).
* Paint and apply materials on a 3D models with [Substance 3D Painter](https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-painter.html).
Here is an introductory look at using Substance 3D Sampler:
Get started with Adobe Substance 3D? Find more learning content on [Substance 3D Tutorials](https://substance3d.adobe.com/tutorials) or [Substance Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/c/substance3d) channel. Learn more on [https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d/3d-augmented-reality.html](https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d/3d-augmented-reality.html).
## Substance Material Examples
### Wood Collection
The wood category on Substance 3D Assets library currently offers more than 1,400 unique and fully parametric materials. [Discover all the different ways wood materials can work...](https://magazine.substance3d.com/lost-in-the-parametric-woods/)
### Marble Collection
Timeless Elegance: Marble Materials on Substance 3D Assets library feature 670 ready-to-use marbles with exposed parameters. [Find out more about the marbles...](https://magazine.substance3d.com/timeless-elegance-marble-materials-on-substance-source/)
### Leather Collection
More then 1000 leather materials that are fully procedural! A lightweight solution that is completely customizable yet remains photorealistic in every detail. [See how to use the leathers...](https://magazine.substance3d.com/welcome-to-our-digital-leather-workshop/)
### Fabric Collection
500 digital fabrics are already available in the Substance library. [Explore the ways Fabrics can be modified...](https://magazine.substance3d.com/ready-to-texture-2020-fashion-and-apparel-parametric-collection/)
## Substance Painter Workflow and Rhino
The workflow with Adobe Substance 3D Painter is quite different from the above mentioned apps. Here are the details on a workflow with Substance 3D Painter:
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# Using Adobe Substance 3D Designer with Rhino
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/docs/guides/rendering/adobe-substance-integration/
The Substance Importer plug-in for Rhino enables you to easily import Substance materials (SBSAR files) directly into Rhino as Physically Based materials.
Rhinoceros includes PBR and can import [Adobe Substance 3D Designer](https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-designer.html) materials for realistic-looking renderings! The Substance Importer plugin for Rhino enables you to easily import Substance 3D materials (SBSAR files) into Rhino as “Physically Based” materials. The material presets and parameters can be edited directly within Rhino.
Credit: Adobe Substance 3D Designer - [See full article](https://substance3d.adobe.com/magazine/exploring-product-design-workflows-creative-iterations-with-substance)
## Integration of Substance materials into Rhino
Substance 3D materials from Adobe Substance 3D Assets library, Adobe Substance 3D Community assets or directly created in Adobe Substance 3D Designer or Sampler, are supported in Rhino through a free plugin (SubstanceImporter). Substance Importer enables SBSAR as a file format, which can be imported into the Rhino material editor using the "Substance" type or by drag and drop. In addition to the import feature, Substance 3D parametric assets can be edited directly in Rhino by tweaking the parameters in Rhino material and seeing the variations in real-time in Rhino viewer.
To install the plugin:
1. Go to the Tools pulldown > Package Manager.
2. Search for SubStanceImporter.
3. Click Download and Install.
4. Restart Rhino.
The video below covers more of the details on using these materials:
## Substance Applications
[Adobe Substance 3D Designer](https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-designer.html) is the reference solution for 3D digital materials authoring and texturing.
* Download and share for free 3D assets created by the Substance 3D community on [Adobe Substance 3D Community Assets](https://substance3d.adobe.com/community-assets).
* Download high-end Substance 3D materials with [Substance 3D Assets library](https://substance3d.adobe.com/assets).
* Use [Substance 3D Sampler](https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-sampler.html) to convert physical samples and photos into digital asset, blend existing resources, apply filters and publish Substance 3D materials.
* Design Substance 3D materials from scratch in [Substance 3D Designer](https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-designer.html).
* Paint and apply materials on a 3D models with [Substance 3D Painter](https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d-painter.html).
Here is an introductory look at using Substance 3D Sampler:
Get started with Adobe Substance 3D? Find more learning content on [Substance 3D Tutorials](https://substance3d.adobe.com/tutorials) or [Substance Youtube](https://www.youtube.com/c/substance3d) channel. Learn more on [https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d/3d-augmented-reality.html](https://www.adobe.com/products/substance3d/3d-augmented-reality.html).
## Substance Material Examples
### Wood Collection
The wood category on Substance 3D Assets library currently offers more than 1,400 unique and fully parametric materials. [Discover all the different ways wood materials can work...](https://magazine.substance3d.com/lost-in-the-parametric-woods/)
### Marble Collection
Timeless Elegance: Marble Materials on Substance 3D Assets library feature 670 ready-to-use marbles with exposed parameters. [Find out more about the marbles...](https://magazine.substance3d.com/timeless-elegance-marble-materials-on-substance-source/)
### Leather Collection
More then 1000 leather materials that are fully procedural! A lightweight solution that is completely customizable yet remains photorealistic in every detail. [See how to use the leathers...](https://magazine.substance3d.com/welcome-to-our-digital-leather-workshop/)
### Fabric Collection
500 digital fabrics are already available in the Substance library. [Explore the ways Fabrics can be modified...](https://magazine.substance3d.com/ready-to-texture-2020-fashion-and-apparel-parametric-collection/)
## Substance Painter Workflow and Rhino
The workflow with Adobe Substance 3D Painter is quite different from the above mentioned apps. Here are the details on a workflow with Substance 3D Painter:
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# Getting Started with Furniture Design 2
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/docs/guides/modeling/rhino-7-getting-started2/
Sort tutorials that demonstrate how to build each object in this scene while learning the basics of Rhino.
Sort tutorials that demonstrate how to build each object in this scene while learning the basics of Rhino.
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What will you learn about
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### [Training & Events](https://events.4rhino.com/)
Classroom training, online training, workshops, conferences.
### [Latest News](http://blog.rhino3d.com/)
[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/RhinoGuide/videos), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/75313/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mcneel.europe/?hl=en), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/McNeelRhinoceros/), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/bobmcneel), and [our blog](http://blog.rhino3d.com/).
[](https://developer.rhino3d.com)
### [Development Platform](https://developer.rhino3d.com)
Official developer resources for Rhino and Grasshopper.
# [iRhino 3D](/ios)
The official Rhino 3dm viewer for iOS. View and present your work on your iPhone or iPad.
[](/ios)
Rewritten from the ground up, the new iRhino 3D performs and feels exactly like Rhino.
Pan, zoom, and orbit with a tap or drag of your finger.
Conveniently load models from your device or any cloud storage using a built-in file browser.
Integrated markup tool lets you draw on top of a view.
[**All the details...**](/ios)
# Software You Own
*Not the other way around.*
## **[Fair Pricing](/buy)**
Prices include **support** and **service releases** for the current version. **Perpetual licenses.** No maintenance fees. Upgrades are *optional*.
## **[Flexible Licensing](/features/administration/licensing)**
**Float your license**. Licenses can be [configured *by you* for *your needs*](/features/administration/licensing). All licenses are **permanent** and do not expire.
## **[Great Deals for Education](/for/education)**
We provide commercial versions of our products to students, faculty, and schools at **[a substantial discount](/for/education)**.
## **[Future Friendly](/stories/serengeti/)**
Rhino owners can [download](/download/rhino/wip) and test [**Work-In-Progress** versions of Rhino in-development (Rhino WIP access)](/download/rhino/wip).
# [Learn Rhino](/learn)
Hundreds of videos, guides, tutorials, manuals, and classes. Get started learning Rhino today...
[**All the Learning Resources...**](/learn)
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# Rhinoceros 3D
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/emea/
Design, Model, Present, Analyze, Realize...
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image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-lift-foils.png"
caption = "Lift Foils"
captionLink = "https://liftfoils.com"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-surf-foil.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-amp.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-bike.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-ring.png"
caption = "Ring by T Shinya"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/t.shinya/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-shoe.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-carapacks.png"
caption = "University of Applied Science Biberach, Simon Vorhammer"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/carapacks-pavillon/165506"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-bus.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-louisiana-sports-trahan.png"
caption = "Louisiana State Museum, Trahan Architects. Photo: Timothy Hursley"
captionLink = "https://trahanarchitects.com/"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-motorcycle.png"
caption = "Concept Bike by SabinoDesign"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/bike-concept/139147"
### [Training & Events](https://events.4rhino.com/)
Classroom training, online training, workshops, conferences.
### [Latest News](http://blog.rhino3d.com/)
[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/RhinoGuide/videos), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/75313/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mcneel.europe/?hl=en), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/McNeelRhinoceros/), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/bobmcneel), and [our blog](http://blog.rhino3d.com/).
[](https://developer.rhino3d.com)
### [Development Platform](https://developer.rhino3d.com)
Official developer resources for Rhino and Grasshopper.
# [iRhino 3D](/ios)
The official Rhino 3dm viewer for iOS. View and present your work on your iPhone or iPad.
[](/ios)
Rewritten from the ground up, the new iRhino 3D performs and feels exactly like Rhino.
Pan, zoom, and orbit with a tap or drag of your finger.
Conveniently load models from your device or any cloud storage using a built-in file browser.
Integrated markup tool lets you draw on top of a view.
[**All the details...**](/ios)
# Software You Own
*Not the other way around.*
## **[Fair Pricing](/buy)**
Prices include **support** and **service releases** for the current version. **Perpetual licenses.** No maintenance fees. Upgrades are *optional*.
## **[Flexible Licensing](/features/administration/licensing)**
**Float your license**. Licenses can be [configured *by you* for *your needs*](/features/administration/licensing). All licenses are **permanent** and do not expire.
## **[Great Deals for Education](/for/education)**
We provide commercial versions of our products to students, faculty, and schools at **[a substantial discount](/for/education)**.
## **[Future Friendly](/stories/serengeti/)**
Rhino owners can [download](/download/rhino/wip) and test [**Work-In-Progress** versions of Rhino in-development (Rhino WIP access)](/download/rhino/wip).
# [Learn Rhino](/learn)
Hundreds of videos, guides, tutorials, manuals, and classes. Get started learning Rhino today...
[**All the Learning Resources...**](/learn)
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# Rhinoceros 3D
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/japan/
Design, Model, Present, Analyze, Realize...
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-lift-foils.png"
caption = "Lift Foils"
captionLink = "https://liftfoils.com"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-surf-foil.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-amp.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-bike.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-ring.png"
caption = "Ring by T Shinya"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/t.shinya/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-shoe.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-carapacks.png"
caption = "University of Applied Science Biberach, Simon Vorhammer"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/carapacks-pavillon/165506"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-bus.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-louisiana-sports-trahan.png"
caption = "Louisiana State Museum, Trahan Architects. Photo: Timothy Hursley"
captionLink = "https://trahanarchitects.com/"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-motorcycle.png"
caption = "Concept Bike by SabinoDesign"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/bike-concept/139147"
### [Training & Events](https://events.4rhino.com/)
Classroom training, online training, workshops, conferences.
### [Latest News](http://blog.rhino3d.com/)
[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/RhinoGuide/videos), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/75313/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mcneel.europe/?hl=en), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/McNeelRhinoceros/), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/bobmcneel), and [our blog](http://blog.rhino3d.com/).
[](https://developer.rhino3d.com)
### [Development Platform](https://developer.rhino3d.com)
Official developer resources for Rhino and Grasshopper.
# [iRhino 3D](/ios)
The official Rhino 3dm viewer for iOS. View and present your work on your iPhone or iPad.
[](/ios)
Rewritten from the ground up, the new iRhino 3D performs and feels exactly like Rhino.
Pan, zoom, and orbit with a tap or drag of your finger.
Conveniently load models from your device or any cloud storage using a built-in file browser.
Integrated markup tool lets you draw on top of a view.
[**All the details...**](/ios)
# Software You Own
*Not the other way around.*
## **[Fair Pricing](/buy)**
Prices include **support** and **service releases** for the current version. **Perpetual licenses.** No maintenance fees. Upgrades are *optional*.
## **[Flexible Licensing](/features/administration/licensing)**
**Float your license**. Licenses can be [configured *by you* for *your needs*](/features/administration/licensing). All licenses are **permanent** and do not expire.
## **[Great Deals for Education](/for/education)**
We provide commercial versions of our products to students, faculty, and schools at **[a substantial discount](/for/education)**.
## **[Future Friendly](/stories/serengeti/)**
Rhino owners can [download](/download/rhino/wip) and test [**Work-In-Progress** versions of Rhino in-development (Rhino WIP access)](/download/rhino/wip).
# [Learn Rhino](/learn)
Hundreds of videos, guides, tutorials, manuals, and classes. Get started learning Rhino today...
[**All the Learning Resources...**](/learn)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
# Rhinoceros 3D
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/lata/
Design, Model, Present, Analyze, Realize...
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-lift-foils.png"
caption = "Lift Foils"
captionLink = "https://liftfoils.com"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-surf-foil.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-amp.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-bike.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-ring.png"
caption = "Ring by T Shinya"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/t.shinya/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-shoe.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-carapacks.png"
caption = "University of Applied Science Biberach, Simon Vorhammer"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/carapacks-pavillon/165506"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-bus.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-louisiana-sports-trahan.png"
caption = "Louisiana State Museum, Trahan Architects. Photo: Timothy Hursley"
captionLink = "https://trahanarchitects.com/"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-motorcycle.png"
caption = "Concept Bike by SabinoDesign"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/bike-concept/139147"
### [Training & Events](https://events.4rhino.com/)
Classroom training, online training, workshops, conferences.
### [Latest News](http://blog.rhino3d.com/)
[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/RhinoGuide/videos), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/75313/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mcneel.europe/?hl=en), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/McNeelRhinoceros/), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/bobmcneel), and [our blog](http://blog.rhino3d.com/).
[](https://developer.rhino3d.com)
### [Development Platform](https://developer.rhino3d.com)
Official developer resources for Rhino and Grasshopper.
# [iRhino 3D](/ios)
The official Rhino 3dm viewer for iOS. View and present your work on your iPhone or iPad.
[](/ios)
Rewritten from the ground up, the new iRhino 3D performs and feels exactly like Rhino.
Pan, zoom, and orbit with a tap or drag of your finger.
Conveniently load models from your device or any cloud storage using a built-in file browser.
Integrated markup tool lets you draw on top of a view.
[**All the details...**](/ios)
# Software You Own
*Not the other way around.*
## **[Fair Pricing](/buy)**
Prices include **support** and **service releases** for the current version. **Perpetual licenses.** No maintenance fees. Upgrades are *optional*.
## **[Flexible Licensing](/features/administration/licensing)**
**Float your license**. Licenses can be [configured *by you* for *your needs*](/features/administration/licensing). All licenses are **permanent** and do not expire.
## **[Great Deals for Education](/for/education)**
We provide commercial versions of our products to students, faculty, and schools at **[a substantial discount](/for/education)**.
## **[Future Friendly](/stories/serengeti/)**
Rhino owners can [download](/download/rhino/wip) and test [**Work-In-Progress** versions of Rhino in-development (Rhino WIP access)](/download/rhino/wip).
# [Learn Rhino](/learn)
Hundreds of videos, guides, tutorials, manuals, and classes. Get started learning Rhino today...
[**All the Learning Resources...**](/learn)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
# Rhinoceros 3D
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/napa/
Design, Model, Present, Analyze, Realize...
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-lift-foils.png"
caption = "Lift Foils"
captionLink = "https://liftfoils.com"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-surf-foil.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-amp.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-bike.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-ring.png"
caption = "Ring by T Shinya"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/t.shinya/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-shoe.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-carapacks.png"
caption = "University of Applied Science Biberach, Simon Vorhammer"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/carapacks-pavillon/165506"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-bus.png"
caption = "Kyle Houchens"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/u/theoutside/activity/portfolio"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-louisiana-sports-trahan.png"
caption = "Louisiana State Museum, Trahan Architects. Photo: Timothy Hursley"
captionLink = "https://trahanarchitects.com/"
[[items]]
image = "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/v8-motorcycle.png"
caption = "Concept Bike by SabinoDesign"
captionLink = "https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/bike-concept/139147"
### [Training & Events](https://events.4rhino.com/)
Classroom training, online training, workshops, conferences.
### [Latest News](http://blog.rhino3d.com/)
[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/user/RhinoGuide/videos), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/75313/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/mcneel.europe/?hl=en), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/McNeelRhinoceros/), [Twitter](https://twitter.com/bobmcneel), and [our blog](http://blog.rhino3d.com/).
[](https://developer.rhino3d.com)
### [Development Platform](https://developer.rhino3d.com)
Official developer resources for Rhino and Grasshopper.
# [iRhino 3D](/ios)
The official Rhino 3dm viewer for iOS. View and present your work on your iPhone or iPad.
[](/ios)
Rewritten from the ground up, the new iRhino 3D performs and feels exactly like Rhino.
Pan, zoom, and orbit with a tap or drag of your finger.
Conveniently load models from your device or any cloud storage using a built-in file browser.
Integrated markup tool lets you draw on top of a view.
[**All the details...**](/ios)
# Software You Own
*Not the other way around.*
## **[Fair Pricing](/buy)**
Prices include **support** and **service releases** for the current version. **Perpetual licenses.** No maintenance fees. Upgrades are *optional*.
## **[Flexible Licensing](/features/administration/licensing)**
**Float your license**. Licenses can be [configured *by you* for *your needs*](/features/administration/licensing). All licenses are **permanent** and do not expire.
## **[Great Deals for Education](/for/education)**
We provide commercial versions of our products to students, faculty, and schools at **[a substantial discount](/for/education)**.
## **[Future Friendly](/stories/serengeti/)**
Rhino owners can [download](/download/rhino/wip) and test [**Work-In-Progress** versions of Rhino in-development (Rhino WIP access)](/download/rhino/wip).
# [Learn Rhino](/learn)
Hundreds of videos, guides, tutorials, manuals, and classes. Get started learning Rhino today...
[**All the Learning Resources...**](/learn)
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
# How to Use Scripts and Plugins
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/docs/guides/scripts-plugins/how-to-use/
How to install, run, and un-install (scripted) plugins
## Target Audience
This guide is for end users who want to download, install, use, and uninstall scripts and plugins. For information about writing scripts, see the [Rhino Developer Documentation](https://developer.rhino3d.com/).
## Background
Over the years, Rhino has grown as a standalone product and has become a popular developer platform that lets users add functionality through scripts and plugins. Many of the scripts written are scattered across the internet, and on [discourse.mcneel.com](https://discourse.mcneel.com) in particular. The scripts you find are written in either RhinoScript (Visual Basic) or in PythonScript. When you find them in their raw format (.rvb for RhinoScript scripts or .py for PythonScript scripts), you can use them in different ways. This guide covers options for installing, using, and uninstalling scripts and plugins in Rhino for Windows.
## Using RhinoScript Scripts
### Option 1: Loading and executing scripts with LoadScript and RunScript
In this guide, I'm taking [the script on this page](https://developer.rhino3d.com/api/rhinoscript/sample_scripts/ringtorus.htm) as an example.
If you only want to use a script written in RhinoScript and downloaded one you want to run, you can do this in two steps: First, load the script with ___LoadScript__ and click the Add… button. Then, you need to click the name of the script and click the Load button.
After the script is loaded, it is ready to use. To execute it, close the LoadScript dialog and run ___RunScript__, which gives you a dialog with all loaded scripts from which to choose. In this example, the script has two SubRoutines that can run:
### Option 2: Loading and executing scripts through the built-in RhinoScript editor
RhinoScript scripts can be directly run through the built-in RhinoScript editor. First, start the command ___EditScript__, which starts the RhinoScript editor. Here, you can load scripts through __File > Open__, and once the script is loaded, you can execute it by pressing __F5__ on the keyboard or clicking on the green triangle.
This environment is most suitable if you are writing your own scripts or want to modify a script you downloaded.
When we load and run this script, nothing appears to happen. This is because there are two SubRoutines, RingTorus1 and RingTorus2, but none are actually being called. Say you want to execute the subroutine RingTorus1, you will need to add this line above Sub RingTorus1():
```vb
Call RingTorus1()
```
### Option 3: Drag and Drop
A third option is to drag and drop the downloaded script into Rhino. This, however, will only work if the script was made to work like that. To check, open the script in the RhinoScript editor. You'll see two lines of code: the first starts with `Rhino.AddStartupScript` and the second starts with `Rhino.AddAlias`.
Sometimes, there can be more than one alias if the script contains more than one subroutine, e.g.:
```vb
Option Explicit
'Script written by Pascal
'RMA
Rhino.AddStartUpScript Rhino.LastLoadedScriptFile
Rhino.AddAlias "HatchDirection", "_NoEcho _-Runscript (HatchDirection)"
Rhino.AddAlias "HatchOrient", "_NoEcho _-Runscript (HatchOrient)"
'Call HatchDirection()
Sub HatchDirection()
'…(script continues)
```
If the RingTorus script from the example was a drag and drop script, it would look like this:
No subroutines are called in this script because they are handled by the statements `Rhino.AddStartUpScript Rhino.LastLoadedScriptFile` and `Rhino.AddAlias ...`
If you download a .rvb script, it’s best first to open and inspect it in the RhinoScript editor to see if it was meant to be drag and dropped and if it is, to note the aliases that will be added.
While it is easy to add scripts to Rhino this way, removing them takes a couple of manual steps. See [uninstalling rhino scripts](#un-installing-rhinoscript-scripts).
When you have scripts that are made to be drag-and-dropped, place them in a separate folder. Rhino will not copy these scripts but adds the path to this script to the list in __Tools > Options > RhinoScript__ and loads it each time you open Rhino. For example, if I drag and drop the torus script from my folder `d:\scripts` into Rhino, it adds the Aliases RingTorus1 and RingTorus2. This means these commands are now added to the list of commands.
### Option 4: Adding the script to a button
You can customize Rhino’s buttons. All toolbars that ship with Rhino contain buttons that execute a command. For example, if you open the button editor (Shift+Right click on a button) of the single point button, you’ll find under Command:
`! _Point`
The exclamation mark is a shortcut for Cancel (canceling any running command), and the underscore (_) will force Rhino to execute the following command as an English command.
To make a button that executes a script, the command has this structure:
```markdown
! -_RunScript (
[here goes the full content of the script without the square brackets]
)
```
Save your Toolbar after you edit or add a new button. See [Chapter 3 of the Rhino Level 2 Training Manual](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/6/training-level2/en-us/Default.htm#topics/02_customizing%20rhino.htm%3FTocPath%3D_____5) for more information about customizing Rhino.
In the example, we could add the script to a button and make the left and right mouse load the two different subroutines. Left calls RingTorus1 and Right calls RingTorus2:
### Option 5: Adding a script file path to a button (recommended)
While Option 4 might work, maintaining or editing scripts fully pasted in a button is inconvenient. A better way is to keep your scripts in a separate folder and add the following to the button command area:
```markdown
! -_LoadScript "full\path\to\script.rvb"
-_Runscript "SubRoutineName"
```
In our Torus example, the content of the button is like this:
### Option 6: Adding a script file path to an Alias
The last option is to run scripts by adding the path to an alias, as you saw in the previous option. For this, go to __Tools > Options > Aliases__, click on New, and choose a name for your alias, e.g.:
| Alias || Command macro |
| :- |-| :- |
| ```RingTorus1``` || ```! -_Loadscript "d:\scripts\RingTorus.rvb" -_RunScript "RingTorus1"``` |
## Uninstalling RhinoScript Scripts
Technically, there is nothing to uninstall when you want to remove a script. But if you want to remove a script you’ve drag-and-dropped onto Rhino, you need to take these two steps:
Remove the associated Aliases through __Tools > Options > Aliases__.
Remove the link to the script file in __Tools > Options > RhinoScript__.
## Using PythonScript Scripts
### Option 1: Loading and executing scripts through the built-in PythonScript editor
You can run PythonScript scripts directly through the built-in PythonScript editor. Start the command ___EditPythonScript__, which starts the PythonScript editor. Here you can load scripts through __File > Open__, and once the script is loaded, you can execute it by pressing __F5__ on the keyboard or clicking on the green triangle.
This environment is most suitable if you are writing your own scripts or want to modify a script you downloaded.
### Option 2: Executing Python scripts directly through _RunPythonScript
The command ___RunPythonScript__ opens a dialog box that allows you to open and directly run a chosen .py file. This option is convenient if you just want to run a script occasionally.
### Option 3: Adding the script to a button
You can customize Rhino’s buttons. All toolbars that ship with Rhino contain buttons that execute a command. For example, if you open the button editor (Shift+Right click on a button) of the single point button, you’ll find under Command:
```markup
! _Point
```
The exclamation mark is a shortcut for ___Cancel__ (canceling any running command); the underscore will force Rhino to execute the command that follows as an English command.
To make a button that executes a script, the command has this structure:
```markup
! -_RunPythonScript (
[here goes the full content of the script without the square brackets]
)
```
Sometimes, scripts include a check to see whether the script is run as the main function. (You can find more info about this in the [Python documentation](https://docs.python.org/3/library/__main__.html).) When the entire script is pasted inside the button, this function has to be removed.
E.g., if your script looks like this …
```python
# this simple script adds a line to the document
import rhinoscriptsyntax as rs
def make_line():
rs.AddLine([0,0,0], [10,10,10])
if __name__ == "__main__":
make_line()
```
… your button should not use the __`if __name__ == "__main__"`__ statement and your button script should look like this:
```markdown
! _Noecho -_RunPythonScript (
import rhinoscriptsyntax as rs
def make_line():
rs.AddLine([0,0,0], [10,10,10])
make_line()
)
```
The dash (-) before the command executes it without a dialog.
Make sure to save your Toolbar once you have edited or added a new button. For more information about this, see Chapter 3 of the Rhino Level 2 Training Manual.
### Option 4: Adding a script file path to a button (recommended)
While Option 3 might work, maintaining or editing scripts fully pasted into a button is not very convenient. A better way is to keep your scripts in a separate folder and add the following to the button command area:
```markdown
! -_RunPythonScript (
"full\path\to\pythonscript.py"
)
```
For example, if my scripts are located in d:\scripts, and I want to execute make_line.py, it will look like this:
```markdown
! -_RunPythonScript (
"d:\scripts\make_line.py"
)
```
### Option 5: Adding a script file path to an Alias
The last option is to run scripts by adding the path to an alias, as you saw in the previous option. To do this, go to Tools>Options>Aliases, click on New, and choose a name for your alias. For example, if I want to run my make_line.py script by the commandname MakeLine, then my alias would be as follows:
| Alias || Command macro|
| :---- |-| :---- |
| ```MakeLine``` || ```! -_RunPythonScript ("d:\scripts\make_line.py")```|
## Uninstalling PythonScript scripts
Python scripts are only loaded on demand, so technically, there is nothing to uninstall. You only need to remove the aliases.
## Installing Plugins
### Option 1: Drag and drop onto Rhino
RhinoScript script and PythonScript scripts can be turned into installable files and will then get the same extension as the native Rhino plugins: .rhp files. These files can be drag-and-dropped onto an open Rhino session to install. After the drag-and-drop, commands added to Rhino can be found by opening ___PluginManager__ and filtering on "Plugins that do not ship with Rhino". After selecting the installed plugin, you will see the command that has been registered with this plugin. Clicking on the details will reveal the path.
Installing a plugin this way will not move the plugin file, so it is recommended to first put the plugin file into a known directory on your hard drive before dragging it into Rhino.
### Option 2: Install through PluginManager
Another install method is to open ___PlugInManager__ and click the install button. For the rest, it behaves the same as drag-and-dropping onto Rhino: the .rhp file will stay in the location you installed it from, and you can retrieve the added commands in the Commands section of the plugin.
### Option 3: Install through PackageManager (recommended)
The third and recommended option to install plugins is through ___PackageManager__. The benefit of ___PackageManager__ is that it allows you to install, update, and uninstall plugins easily. Not all plugins are available on this platform, but it is the first place to look for plugins for the aforementioned reasons. Some plugins are released in beta phase and will only be listed when you check "include pre-releases".
### Option 4: Install through food4Rhino
The last option to install plugins is to register an account at www.food4rhino.com. Here, you can search for plugins and read what plugins are capable of. Food4Rhino contains plugins for both Rhino and Grasshopper. If the plugin has an Install button, it will launch Rhino, open ___PackageManager__, and list the chosen plugin, which you can install in the same way as in Option 3.
## Uninstalling Plugins
The easiest way to remove installed plugins is through ___PackageManager__. To do this open ___PackageManager__, search in the installed plugins (click the Installed tab), click on the plugin you want to uninstall, and click the Uninstall button.
If you installed the plugin through ___PluginManager__ or drag-and-drop, you cannot uninstall the plugin automatically.
Open ___PluginManager__, and double-click on the plugin name to open its details. Here, you will find the registry key location. Click on this link to copy the path.
Open Registry Editor (Windows start button: Type RegEdit), search (__Ctrl + F__) for the just-copied key, and delete this key. After that, restart Rhino.
## Installing RHI files (deprecated)
RHI files are basically zipped folders that are associated with Rhino. These zipped folders can contain multiple files: .rhp, .dll and .rui files as well as other file types like .3dm files, txt files and .ini files. What's important to know is that installing these files will copy the content of the zipped file to a special folder. Find this location by opening Windows Explorer and typing %appdata%\McNeel\Rhinoceros\7.0\plugins.
The folder is also listed when you open ___PlugInManager__, look up the plugin, and double-click to reveal its details.
### Option 1: Double-click the downloaded file
This will install the plugin for one or more Rhino versions installed on your computer. There is no option to select which version will be installed.
### Option 2: Drag-and-drop onto Rhino
Same behavior as Option 1.
## Uninstalling RHI files
RHI files do not uninstall automatically. Open ___PluginManager__ and double-click on the plugin name to open its details. Here, you will find the registry key location. Click on this link to copy the path.
Open RegEditor (Windows start button: Type RegEdit), search for the just copied key and delete this key. After that, restart Rhino. Optionally, you can delete the files in the location explained in the install paragraph.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
# SectionTools Integrated
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/stories/sectiontools-integrated/
Dynamic 3D Sectioning and 2D Drawings.
SectionTools creates dynamic sections and drawings, enabling new modeling, drafting, and fabrication workflows. Now a part of Rhino, it takes advantage of the new clipping and sectioning features such as [Section Styles](/features/clipping/section-styles/) and [Selective Clipping](/features/clipping/selective-clipping/).
The following is a description of different SectionTools workflows and how they integrate into Rhino 8.
## Clipping Sections: Create, View and Edit
Rhino 8 introduces a new command to create clipping planes called **ClippingSections** that is geared towards drafting and sectioning workflows. It helps select sectioned objects, set sections orientation, name, label, and also save to **Named Views** for easy access in modeling and Layout spaces.
1) SectionTools commands are located in the drafting toolbar and the menu under *Drafting* > *Sections*.
2) The **ClippingSections** is the main section creation command. It creates clipping planes that cut through selected objects (or all objects). It has options to set the direction, depth, name prefix, label and saving to named views.
3) Clipping planes properties such as name, depth, label, clipped objects, and views can be edited directly from the clipping plane property panel.
4) The clipping plane widget has been updated in Rhino 8 to indicate the **Up** and **Normal** viewing directions. The widget is labeled with the clipping plane name. The center grip points of the widget are used to change the location and depth of the clipping plane. The grip points at the two ends of the clipping plane help scale the widget size.
5) Sections are visible in clipped views only, and update dynamically with model changes. The sections are in display only, however, you can still snap to them. If you need to vector the geometry of your sections, you should extract in-place using **ExtractClippingSections** and **ExtractClippingSlices** commands. You can enable **History** to update with model changes.
6) You can select the section clipping plane and copy, delete, and transform using regular Rhino commands. Copying a section that is saved to named views creates a new named view for all copies. Deleting a section also deletes the associated named view and the drawings layers of that section.
## Extract Sections
Rhino supports extracting curves, hatches, surfaces, and slices of clipping planes for modeling and fabrication. Use **ExtractClippingSections** command to extract curves and hatches in place and **ExtractClippingSlices** to extract surfaces and slices in place. Both these commands support history. You can also use **NestedClippingDrawing** command to generate sections curves that are projected and nested on World XY-plane with tags which can be used in laser cutting workflows.
## Dynamic 2D Drawings: Create, Edit and Export
SectionTools has been updated to support extracting not only the sections geometry but also the background geometry. The drawings are projections of clipping planes' views on the XY-Plane. Use **ClippingDrawings** to create the drawings of a clipping plane. The geometry is organized in layers to control visibility in modeling and layout. Drawings dynamically update when editing the associated clipping plane. You can also use **UpdateClippingDrawings** command to update when adding and removing objects from the model or changing objects' properties.
Use **EditClippingDrawings** command to edit the 2D drawing's properties, such as grip point, label visibility, placement point, background, and projection. You can also export the 2D drawings to 3dm and dwg files using **ExportClippingDrawings** command.
## Sectioning Workflows: From 3D Model to 2D Layout
Rhino has several new features that enhance the flow between 3D modeling space to 2D layout paper space when it comes to sectioning data extracted from clipping planes. The following present two workflows.
**1) Set Details to Clipped Views**
Create clipping planes for section, plans and elevations, then save to named views using **SaveClippingSectionViews** command with **Clip=Yes** option. Reference the saved named view from a detail in layout. You can set the depth of the clipping plane to zero to view the section without the background geometry.
**2) Extract Vector Drawings and Reference in Layout**
You can generate dynamic drawings of clipping planes sections, plans and elevation and their background geometry, and place on the World XY-Plane using **ClippingDrawings** command. You can then reference the drawing in layout from the Top view. The section geometry is organized in layers that you can turn on and off in layout. Turning off layers in model space and keeping on in layout is now possible. This helps to view the drawings in layout only.
## Notes
1. Files created with SectionTools in Rhino 7 should load correctly. However, section hint and layers will be updated to use the new layer organization and features in Rhino 8, so please make backups of your files before loading into Rhino 8.
1. SectionTools commands in Rhino 8 will work with clipping planes created using the ClippingPlane command. For example, it is possible to use any clipping plane to extract 2D drawings and save to named views.
1. Ask questions and give feedback on the [Discourse Forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com).
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
# Hatch Patterns
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/drafting/hatch/
Create custom hatch patterns in Rhino
## Hatch: Create your own patterns
**Create your own Hatch patterns using Rhino 2D geometry!** Use lines, arcs, circles, curves and **create custom hatches for project-specific needs**. You no longer have to depend on external libraries or be limited to existing *.pat files.
## Hatch: Better access, more patterns!
Rhino's Hatch definitions include new and complex patterns such as Concrete, Rattan, Rubble, and Stone. No need to struggle finding commonly used *.pat files to import!
## Hatch: Edit your patterns
With an easy access to the Hatch Properties, modify all settings and see the preview on the fly!
## Hatch: Deform and transform
Edit and deform your Hatch in Rhino with commands such as: **Split**, **Taper**, **Untrim** and **Bend**. Adapt your hatches to your geometry!
## Hatch: In-viewport widgets
The new in-viewport widgets allow you to interact with the object's Hatch visually. Place the base point and play with the rotation of your object directly in the viewport!
## Try It
1.
1. Open .
1. Run the **```HatchPattern```** command.
1. Select the **Add** option in the **```Command Line```**.
1. Define the Pattern tile rectangle by snapping to P1 and P2 with the **End** object snap.
1. Window-select the lines inside the Pattern tile rectangle. Press **Enter**.
1. Enter a name for the new pattern. Press **Enter**.
1. Run the **```Hatch```** command.
1. Select the closed curve on the right side.
1. Select the new pattern from the list.
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# Layer Manager
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/user-interface/layer-manager/
Layers are essential to an organized model. Group related objects together and control the parts of your model that you view, edit, print or even render in the same way. All of this is done in the Rhino Layer Manager, a key part of Rhino’s User Interface.
Layers are essential to an organized model. Group related objects together and control the parts of your model that you view, edit, print, or even render in the same way. You can do this in the Rhino Layer Manager, a key part of Rhino's User Interface.
## Layer Manager Enhancements %%New in 8%%
Rhino for Windows *and Mac* share the same Layer Manager with the following new features:
* **Search Bar**: Provides a more manageable approach when working with models containing a large number of layers.
* **Section Style**: Allows for the assignment of section styles per layer when a clipping plane is used for creating sections and elevations for documentation.
* **Independent Model Visibility**: Model space layers have independent visibility. Model space layer visibility will *not* affect any Layout or Details views in the model if the **Model On** column is used. The powerful **On** column for global visibility or "off everywhere" is still available as in all Rhino releases.
* **Improved Layer Management**: Enhanced Drag and Drop to reparent and reorder layers. If you prefer the arrows, you can still use them to arrange layers in hierarchies and change the location in the layer list. Also, delete layers more efficiently and more securely on both Windows and Mac platforms with Yes to all and No to all options.
* **Streamline Detail Configuration**: In the **New Detail On** setting, turn the light bulb off. Now when new details are added to any layout, this layer will already be *off*, saving time configuring new details.
### Search Bar
A **Search bar** is available at the top of the Layers panel. The Search Bar provides a more manageable approach when working with models containing a large number of layers. Type text in the field to search for layers by name.
### Section Style
**Section Style** column allows for the assignment of section styles per layer when you use a clipping plane to create sections and elevations for documentation.
### Independent Model Visibility
Model space layers have independent visibility. Model space layer visibility will *not* affect any Layout or Details views in the model if the **Model On** column is used. The powerful **On** column for global visibility or "off everywhere" is still available as in all Rhino releases.
### Improved Layer Management
Enhanced *Drag and Drop* to reparent and reorder layers. If you prefer the arrows, they can still be used to arrange layer hierarchies and to change their location in the layer list.
### Streamline Detail Configuration
In the **New Detail On** setting, turn the light bulb off. Now when you add new details to any layout, this layer will already be *off*, saving time configuring new details.
## Try It
1.
1. Download and open the [ layers-tryit.3dm](layers-tryit.3dm) model.
1. Type the `Layer` command to open up the **Layers** panel.
4. In the **Model On** column, turn *off* the **Gems-> center stone** and **Gems -> rose cut** layers. The center stone and gems are no longer visible on the model.
*Hint: Use the resizing arrows to increase the width of the **Layers** panel and to view the **Model On** column. If the **Model On** column is not available, right-click on any **Layers** column to show the **Model On** column.*
5. Pick on the layout **Page 1**. Confirm that the **Gems-> center stone** and **Gems -> rose cut** layers are set to *on* or visible.
6. Pick on the **Perspective** viewport, and confirm that the **Gems-> center stone** and **Gems -> rose cut** layers are still *off* in the **Model On** column. Here you see that the model layer visibility is independent of the detail layer visibility when using the **Model On** column.
7. Now, in the **Perspective** viewport, turn the **Gems-> center stone** and **Gems -> rose cut** layers back *on* in the **Model On** column.
8. Let's see how the Section Styles are configured. In the **Ring-> shank** layer row, pick on the **Section Style**. The *Section Style* dialog will appear.
9. For the *Pattern*, pick **Grid60** and for *Boundary Scale* type `6`. Pick OK.
10. On the **Gems-> center stone** layer row, pick on the **Section Style**.
11. For the *Pattern*, pick **Squares**, for *Rotation* type `45` and for *Boundary Scale* type `6`. Pick OK.
12. Type the `Gumball` command and set the Gumball to **On**. In the **Layers** panel, turn *On* the *clipping plane* layer and select the clipping plane.
13. Pick the blue arrow on the Gumball and slide it back until the plane cuts through the center of the ring. When you stop dragging, the section styles will appear at that location on the ring. (*Use the point on the screen to help find the new location of the clipping plane.*)
14. *Esc* to deselect the clipping plane.
Ask questions and give feedback on the [Discourse Forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com).
*Model credit: ART Laurie Robinson, LR Jewelry*
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# Linetypes
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/drafting/linetypes/
Linetypes draw stylized curves with pattern, width and taper to communicate design or artistic flair.
Linetypes are curve styles with pattern, width, and taper properties. Enhanced linetypes are assigned to curves, surfaces, solids, and more. Linetypes communicate your design with an artistic flair.
## Enhanced Linetypes %%New in 8%%
### More Than Just Curves
Enhanced linetypes work with curves, surfaces, polysurfaces, extrusions, SubDs, dimensions, and more. Customized control of linetypes for objects and sub-objects is available in the display mode configuration.
### End Caps and Join Styles
End caps define the shape drawn at the ends of open curves. Join styles define the shape to use when curves make a sharp corner or change in direction.
Cap and Join Style: Round
Cap and Join Style: Flat and Miter
Cap and Join Style: Square and Bevel
### Linetypes with Taper
These settings work together to configure the artistic taper. Options include pattern, width at the taper, and the location of the taper at a percentage along the overall curve length.
### Linetypes Panel
Use the *Linetypes* panel to streamline your creativity with standard patterns or define your custom linetype pattern.
### Perspective Rotate
Linetypes will always remain oriented to the view camera. As you rotate your model, the linetypes display planar.
*Linetype Panel at Work*
### Grasshopper: Create Model Linetypes
You can also use Grasshopper to create custom linetypes with the _Model Linetype_ component:
## Try It
In this quick tutorial, you will assign the custom linetypes to layers that contain curves.
1.
1. Download and open the [ linetypes-demo.3dm](linetypes-demo.3dm) model.
1. Type the **Layer** command.
- Navigate to layer **Continuous**. Set the linetype to **Custom Continuous**.
- Navigate to layer **Taper Thin** layer. Set the linetype to **Custom Taper Thin**.
- Navigate to layer **Taper Thick**. Set the linetype to **Custom Taper Thick**.
1. Type the **Print** command. In Rhino for Windows, select *Rhino PDF* printer. (In *Rhino for Mac*, pick *PDF Preview* in the final step.)
- Set *Output* type to **Raster** and *Output color* to **Display Color**.
- Under *View and Output Scale*, select Layout **1-Radio Curves**.
- Under *Linetypes and Line Widths*, set *Line Width* to **Use linetype widths**.
1. In Rhino for Windows, pick **Print** and select **Rhino PDF** as your printer. (In *Rhino for Mac*, pick *PDF Preview*.) When prompted, give the PDF a name and location.
1. **Done!** Experiment with different linetypes in your designs and be sure to ask questions and give feedback on the [Discourse Forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com).
To test **Enhanced Linetypes**, you will need to verify these Rhino settings:
- **Print Display** needs to be turned off. (Use the **PrintDisplay** command to disable it.)
- **Linetypes** do not display if the **Display Mode** has **Curve Width** set to *Pixels*. Reset your **Display Mode** to **Default** settings:
1. Type the **Options** command.
1. Navigate to *View* and *Display modes*.
1. Click *Wireframe* and select: *Restore Defaults*
1. Click OK to exit **Options**.
1. Quit and Restart Rhino before trying again.
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# Procedural Textures
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/rendering/procedural-textures/
Native, per-pixel procedural textures in raytraced and rendered modes.
Visual artists and rendering experts can now use true procedural textures in Rhino. Procedural textures use algorithms instead of bitmap images.
Create dots, waves, bumps, checkers, tiles, marble, wood, and more.
### Main Advantages
* They are independent of image resolution and size.
* Support for Rendered and Raytraced display modes.
* Infinite zooming: no more pixelated textures.
* Faster to generate as they are now calculated on the GPU.
* Changes to the settings update in realtime.
* Smaller file sizes.
## Native Procedurals %%New in 8%%
Rhino's procedural textures now run *natively,* calculated by the GPU, for fast and accurate results independent of texture size and resolution.
### Make Changes in Realtime
Changing procedural texture settings updates in realtime without any loss of quality.
### Raytraced Support
Procedural textures are supported by [Cycles, Rhino's realtime render engine](/features/rendering). Get an immediate glimpse of your scene, including reflections and refractions:
## Try It
1.
1. Download and open the [ Procedurals-Demo.3dm](Procedurals-Demo.3dm) model. You’ll find a blue object, representing the "skin" of the bottle.
1. Double-click the *Perspective* viewport title to maximize the view.
1. Click on the dropdown arrow of *Perspective* and select *Rendered*. The blue object will appear with a camouflage texture on it.
1. Run the `_Textures` command in the Command Line. This will open the *Texture Editor*. You might need to dock or resize the panel to see the settings.
1. You will find two files listed in the *Preview* section: *camouflage* and *environment*.
1. Select the *camouflage* thumbnail. This will bring up the settings for that texture under the *Preview* section.
1. In the *Settings* section, play around with the options under:
1. *Colors*
1. *Granite Texture Settings*
1. *Mapping*
1. Notice how the texture updates seamlessly in realtime!
1. On the right side of the interface, make the *Layer* panel active.
1. Click on the *lightbulb* by the *Bottle* and *Cap* layer to visualize the full bottle.
1. Ask questions and give feedback on the [Discourse Forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com).
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# RefitTrim
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/refit-trim/
RefitTrim allows for well-made surface models with the best possible control over surface structure and continuity.
# RefitTrim
`RefitTrim` converts an edge of a trimmed surface into an untrimmed edge while preserving the shape as closely as possible. This is useful when you need high-quality surfaces, as in automotive and naval design.
Untrimmed edges have the same control point and span *count* as the surface in the direction of the edge. Untrimmed edges create geometry that is easier to edit downstream.
## Improved Fit %%New in 8%%
* Create Bezier patches
* Show the edge deviation in realtime
* Change the degree of the surface on the fly
* Edit knots along the surface edge to minimize deviation
When duplicating an edge of a surface, turning on its control points will reveal the structure of the edge. In general, a trimmed edge has a much denser point structure than the edge from a refit (untrimmed) surface. As a result, this dense structure will be carried over to surfaces created from this edge (by commands like `Sweep1`, `Sweep2`, `Loft`, `BlendSrf`, `EdgeSrf`, `ExtrudeCrv`).
Trimmed vs. Refit (untrimmed) result, showing differences in both the control point structure of the edge curve as well as the resulting surfaces from `ExtrudeCrv`:
## Try It
*
* Download and open the [ RefitTrim-Demo.3dm](RefitTrim-Demo.3dm) model.
* Run the command ___RefitTrim__.
* Click the curved edge of the surface that has been trimmed. A preview of the newly created surface will be shown with edge deviation information.
* Click the option **Degree=3** to change the degree of the surface to degree 5 and observe how the surface and edge deviation changes.
* Click the **EditKnots** option. Now you can add knots by clicking a point on the surface.
* To add knots at equally spaced intervals, click the **Automatic** option. This is equal to enabling **Midpoints** and adding knots manually at these Midpoints. The deviation information will update as soon as you add a knot. In this stage you can still **Undo** any added knots.
* If **CreateBeziers=yes**, the resulting surface will be split along the added spans to create multiple single-span patches.
* Ask questions and give feedback on the [Discourse Forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com).
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# Reflected Ceiling Plans
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/drafting/reflected-ceiling-plans/
A viewport set to reflected parallel projection is perfect for Reflected Ceiling Plans.
Reflected Ceiling Plans are ideal for showing the piping, lighting, fans, sprinklers, ducts, coffering, coving, and other ceiling features as if they were mirrored to the floor. Unlike using the *Bottom* view in a *Parallel* projection, when the viewport is set to *Parallel Reflected Projection*, the view is still looking at the *Top* or *Plan* of the design.
## Parallel Reflected Projection
When a viewport is set to a standard **Parallel** projection, the geometry that is on the ceiling plane is occluded by the geometry above.
When a viewport is set to ***Parallel Reflected*** projection, the geometry on the ceiling is shown as if it is mirrored to the floor below.
### Parallel Reflected Projection at Work
This building model contains ceiling coffering, tin tiles, and lighting. By assigning the viewport the ***Parallel Reflected*** mode, these ceiling features are shown mirrored to the floor.
## Try It
1.
2. Download and open the [ Reflected-Ceiling-Plan-Demo.3dm](Reflected-Ceiling-Plan-Demo.3dm) model.
3. Double-click on the ***Top*** viewport title to maximize the viewport.
4. Press the ***Esc*** key to make sure no objects are selected.
5. Type the **Properties** command to open the ***Properties*** panel.
6. In the ***Properties*** panel, set the ***Projection*** of the ***Top*** viewport to ***Parallel Reflective***.
7. Type the **Layer** command.
8. In the *Layers* panel, turn on the ***Ceiling Dimensions*** and the ***2D Electrical*** layer by picking on the gray light bulb. When on, the light bulb will be shown in the yellow color.
9. In the **Properties** panel, set the *Display mode* of the **Top** viewport to *Rendered*.
10. You can now see the can lights, fan, and ceiling coffering reflected to the floor combined with the wiring design over the floor plan.
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# Section Styles
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/clipping/section-styles/
Use Section Styles to create section details of your model.
The Section Styles is a property of objects and layers. It includes hatch, fill, and boundary settings. Clipping Planes use this property to create section views and drawings of your model.
## Try It
1.
1. Download and open the [ SectionStyles-Demo.3dm](SectionStyles-Demo.3dm) model.
1. Locate the **Wall** layer and under **Section Style** property, click on **None**. The Section Style dialog opens and you can set a **Custom** style for the layer. In the dialog, set the **Hatch** Pattern to *Hatch1*, **Rotation** to *45* degrees, **Scale** to *5*, and **Background** to *None*, then click **OK/Apply**.
4. Select the object located in the **Earth** layer, go to the **Properties** panel and under **Section Style** expand the list and click on **Custom**. This will open the **Section Style** dialog. Set **Hatch** Pattern to *Earth*, set **Rotation** to *45* degrees, set **Scale** to *2*, then click **OK/Apply**.
5. To explore the section styles of other objects, select one of the objects located in the **Foundation** layer, open the object **Properties** panel and click on **Custom** under **Section Style** property. To update the location of the section, select the clipping plane located in the **Sections** layer and drag and rotate.
6. For more details, check out the Discourse post about [Section Styles in Rhino 8](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/rhino-8-feature-section-styles/161090).
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# Window Layouts
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/user-interface/window-layouts/
Customize, save, share, and restore your favorite interface layouts.
# Save and Restore Window Layouts %% New in 8 %%
Window Layouts allow you to quickly configure Rhino's interface to focus on the task at hand. Design your own to show only the tools you need.
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## Focus On the Task At Hand
* **Customize Rhino** to show only the tools you need.
* **Save and restore** Window Layouts to easily switch between your library of presets.
* **Move Rhino** from screen to screen. Rhino's **proportional window positioning** ensures toolbars and panels stay where you put them.
## Familiar on Windows and Mac
Have you ever tried to *teach* Rhino from your Windows PC while your students are on *Mac? Ouch*. The differences pile up, making teaching painful. Rhino 8's user interface is substantially similar between platforms (except for the Command Prompt). Tools are in the same place; icons look the same. You can **share Window Layouts** with others - even between Windows and Mac.
## Try It
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- Download the Window-Layout-Example.rhw file.
- In Rhino's *Window* top menu, go to *Window Layouts* and select *Manage Window Layouts...*.
- Click the *Folder icon* to *Import window layout*.
- In the list, double-click the *Rendering* layout to *Restore selected window layout*.
- To save a custom layout, go to *Window* > *Window Layouts* > *Save Window Layout...*.
- Ask questions and give feedback on the [Discourse Forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com).
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# Mesh Booleans
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/meshes/mesh-booleans/
The ability to Trim, Union, Subtract, and Split mesh geometry is critical when working with models that may come from many sources. Work with mesh models, scans, and STL files.
Model directly with scanned models
Prepare mesh models for prototyping
Split large models for 3D Printing
The ability to Trim, Union, Subtract, and Split mesh geometry is critical when working with models that may come from many sources:
* Transferring captured 3D data from digitizing and scanning into Rhino as mesh models.
* Working with topography models.
* Editing Medical and Organic models that are originally from scanned data.
* Working with models from mesh modelers such as STL and OBJ files.
* Preparing meshes for prototyping and fabrication with 3D printers.
## Better Booleans %%New in 8%%
Robust Boolean commands will work on models that would previously fail, where:
* Results of booleans have been greatly improved.
* Mesh faces keep the same mesh organization as inputs.
* More mesh models are successful, even if not always well-structured.
## Try It
*
* Download and open the [ HandleSplit.3dm](Handlesplit.3dm) model.
* Run the **`MeshSplit`** command, or click the `MeshSplit` button on the Mesh toolbar.
* [Read the Help Documentation for QuadRemesh](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/8/help/en-us/commands/quadremesh.htm).
* [Ask questions and give feedback](https://discourse.mcneel.com/).
* Grasshopper users can use the updated Mesh Boolean components.
* Developers: `Rhino.Geometry.Mesh.Split()`, `Rhino.Geometry.Mesh.CreateBooleanUnion()`, `Rhino.Geometry.Mesh.CreateBooleanDifference()`, `Rhino.Geometry.Mesh.CreateBooleanSplit()` are available in RhinoCommon for use in C# and Python.
## See Also
* [Wrap a poor mesh with a new solid mesh](/features/shrinkwrap) - Shrinkwrap to create watertight mesh models.
* [Use a mesh to build a solid model](/for/medical-and-dental/quadremesh/) - QuadRemesh for the medical and dental industry.
* [Some technical situations that are improvements over the previous versions](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/the-new-code-for-meshsplit/85328).
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# Scripting
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/developer/scripting/
Customize and extend Rhino to suit your workflows using Python 3 and .NET with a common editor in Grasshopper and Rhino on Windows and Mac.
# Scripting
Customize and extend Rhino to suit your workflows using Python 3 and .NET with a common editor in Grasshopper and Rhino on Windows and Mac.
## Refreshed Editor %% New in 8 %%
- **Unified Script Editor** with **Debugging** in Rhino and Grasshopper on Windows and macOS
- **Python 3** (CPython) supporting scientific libraries (e.g. *NumPy*, *openseas*) and **PyPI** packages
- **Modern C#** scripting supporting **NuGet** packages
- **Publishing Scripts** as Rhino or Grasshopper plugins
- Walrus operator? Yes!
- Use popular PyPI packages in Rhino and Grasshopper
- Step into your script and debug
- Use PyPI or NuGet packages in your Rhino or Grasshopper scripts
- Scripts can specify their required packages inline, and are self-contained
- Unified Script Component for all languages
- Step into your Grasshopper script and debug
- Use PyPI or NuGet packages in Grasshopper scripts
- Package your script commands into Rhino plugins (*.rhp* | *.macrhi*) with toolbars (*.rui*)
- Package you script components into Grasshopper plugins (*.gha*)
- Use third-party packages - or your own libraries - in scripted commands and components
- Create Package Manager "yak" packages for your plugin
Rhino 7 Scripting ToolsAre Still Available
| - Macros - RhinoScript - IronPython 2.7 in Rhino (Legacy Editor) - IronPython 2.7, C#, VB.Net Scripting in Grasshopper (Legacy Editor) - Rhino Script Compiler (Legacy Interface) |
To use Metal, Rhino [requires an Intel or Apple Silicon Mac that can run macOS Monterey 12.4 or later](/8/system-requirements/).
## Test Your Models
We put a tremendous amount of work into the Metal display pipeline. We hope it produces faster, higher-quality frames across a broader range of Macs, but we cannot guarantee performance improvements in all circumstances. The best way to gauge how it performs on your hardware is to [test Rhino yourself](https://www.rhino3d.com/download/rhino/8/evaluation/) with your models. For those seeking advice, please ask the [Rhino community](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/147).
## Benchmarks We Used
The following graph and table compare display performance between Rhino 7 (OpenGL) and Rhino 8 (Metal). The `TestMaxSpeed` command was run in each version, with each 3dm file on identical hardware (see notes below). *Values are in frames per second (FPS): higher numbers are faster.*
| Sample Model | Conditions | Rhino 7 | Rhino 8 | Speed Up |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test-Curves.3dm | Many curves and annotations, tested in Wireframe. | 6 fps | 54 fps | 11 x |
| Test-Cubes.3dm | 1000 cubes in a 3D array, tested in Ghosted mode. | 5 fps | 120 fps | 24 x |
| Test-Layouts.3dm | Layout with details, tested in Layout view. | 41 fps | 120 fps | 3 x |
| Test-Holomark-2.3dm | Car model from Holomark 2, tested in Rendered mode. | 5 fps | 111 fps | 22 x |
| Test-Bus.zip | Bus shown above, tested in Rendered mode. | 4 fps | 79 fps | 20 x |
### [Training & Events](https://events.4rhino.com/)
Classroom training, online training, workshops, conferences.
### [Latest News](http://blog.rhino3d.com/)
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### [Development Platform](https://developer.rhino3d.com)
Official developer resources for Rhino and Grasshopper.
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# Rhino for Industrial Design
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/for/industrial-design/
Rhino powers the industrial design sector, from hobbyists and small workshops to the world’s largest manufacturers! Experience complete freedom to design and produce at the cutting edge of innovation.
[Download a fully functioning 90-day evaluation...](/download)
## Idea Generation and Conceptualization
* **Freeform and NURBS Modeling** - Rhino excels in creating smooth, complex surfaces and organic shapes using NURBS, ideal for exploring various concepts.
* **Sketch-to-3D Workflow** - Import 2D sketches into Rhino and use them as references to create 3D models, accelerating visualization.
* **Flexible Design Exploration** - Quickly explore design iterations and implement changes for customer validation. Rhino supports NURBS, meshes, and SubD modeling, allowing for a variety of design styles.
[The Product Design in Rhino Playlist...](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWIvZT_UEpWVTUslf3iDOQbXIZM4BZ988)
## Concept Development
* **Detailing** - Incorporate design elements such as fillets, chamfers, and subtle fading creases to refine your product's aesthetics.
* **Morphing** - Transform geometry from a plane onto complex surfaces or structures or convert rectilinear forms into intricate shapes. Rhino's powerful tools make these modifications intuitive and highly customizable.
* **Pattern Repetition** - Rhino provides powerful tools for creating and customizing repetitive patterns, including gradient transitions, through array commands and Grasshopper integration. These features make it easy to design functional and visually striking elements.
## Generative and Computational Design
* **Parametric Design Tools** - Use Grasshopper for generative design, exploring multiple variations based on changing parameters.
* **Algorithmic and Generative Design** - Enables the creation of complex, organic forms using mathematical formulas and logic, allowing for innovative, data-driven designs.
* **Optimization and Simulation** - Grasshopper enables real-time testing and optimization, such as structural analysis, material usage efficiency, and aerodynamics.
[This case study](https://www.davidburpee.design/work/eqlz-247-game) shows how Rhino and Grasshopper were used to innovate the footwear space.
[See what others are doing with Grasshopper...](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/gallery/grasshopper/129)
[Sfered Custom Eyewear](https://rhino3dzine.com/stories/sfered-custom-eyewear-meets-grasshopper/).
[Lift Foils - Hydrofoil Surfboards](https://rhino3dzine.com/stories/elevating-surfing-to-new-heights/).
[Furbershaworks Furniture](https://rhino3dzine.com/stories/gerard-furbershaw-from-industrial-design-to-art-furniture/).
[Phoresy Pack by Stepan Drunks](https://rhino3dzine.com/stories/the-phoresy-pack-a-breakthrough-in-ergonomic-design/).
## Visualization
* **2D Drawing and Annotation** - Rhino supports creating detailed technical illustrations and 2D drawings for all product design disciplines. Utilize sections and hatches to indicate material types clearly, and apply enhanced linetypes to enrich illustrations and effectively convey design intent.
* **Rhino Render** - Rhino Render delivers high-quality, photorealistic visuals directly within Rhino, making it ideal for showcasing product designs with realistic materials, lighting, and textures.
* **Display Modes** - Rhino offers a variety of customizable in-viewport display modes to suit different needs, from sketch-like visuals and quick photorealistic previews to a clean, white-studio aesthetic. Whether for product presentations, shape analysis, or modeling, these modes help you effectively tailor your workflow and showcase designs.
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## Prototyping and Production
* **Measurement and Analysis** - Built-in tools for geometric validation and analysis - Tolerance checking, curvature analysis, draft angle analysis, thickness analysis, and more!
* **Tools for Production** - Pairing with the native analysis features, the core Rhino toolset works well in preparing complex designs for production.
[Watch the Ribbon Offset command in action...](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUmml9elLP0)
* **Compatibility** - Rhino supports a number of [file formats](https://www.rhino3d.com/features/file-formats/) for a variety of production environments and applications.
* **CAM Integrations** - Plugins like [RhinoCAM](https://mecsoft.com/) enable direct toolpath creation for milling, turning, and other machining processes.
[Explore more top-rated CAM plugins...](https://www.food4rhino.com/en/browse?f%5B0%5D=im_field_unified_type%3A773&f%5B1%5D=im_field_term_reference_category%3A689&f%5B2%5D=im_field_platform_app%3A857&f%5B3%5D=im_field_platform_app%3A859&f%5B4%5D=im_field_platform_app%3A808&page=0%2C0)
## Gallery
Nixie Tube by Thomas An.
Designer - Aaron Cooper | Computational Designer - David Burpee
Pagoda Bottle by Thomas An.
## Learn Resources and More
Expand your skills and explore more about Rhino with the following resources. Whether you're looking for plugins, tutorials, or videos, we've got you covered:
### Tutorials
Visit our [Learn page](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20products&modal=null) to access a suite of tutorials and guides that will improve your workflow.
### Webinars
Watch some of our recorded [webinars](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLWIvZT_UEpWVTUslf3iDOQbXIZM4BZ988) tailored to your industry.
### Case Studies
Read through some of the [Rhino user stories](https://rhino3dzine.com/category/stories/product-design/) and learn how Rhino/Grasshopper helped in the process.
### Plugins
Visit [food4Rhino](https://www.food4rhino.com/en/browse?sort_by=its_field_downloads&items_per_page=10&f%5B0%5D=im_field_term_reference_category%3A700&f%5B1%5D=im_field_term_reference_category%3A695&f%5B2%5D=im_field_term_reference_category%3A705) to discover an array of powerful plugins for product and industrial design.
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# Rhino for Landscape Design
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/for/landscape-design/
Resources and information for landscape designers.
Rhino's 3D modeling tools combined with Grasshopper's parametric tools and landscape-specific plugins provide a complete software solution for **landscape design**.
Starting from a simple sketch, you can create complex 3D projects with terrains imported from the web, site-specific vegetation, and parametric objects that can be presented with realistic images and walkthrough animations. Generate 2D documentation to take to a construction site and make your terrains, plants and other objects be recognized as BIM objects in Autodesk Revit® thanks to the Rhino.Inside Revit integration.
[**Getting started with Rhino...**](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?keyword=kind:%20rhino_jump_start)
## Who Uses Rhino?
Rhino’s modeling tools are used by landscape architects, urban planners, town council technicians, constructors, green space designers, and many other professionals. Explore some of their projects.
[**_Visit our gallery..._**](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/gallery/46/l/top)
[Australian Park](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tucP0HkJrUs) by Paisajismo Digital.
## Landscape Tools
Rhino's NURBS geometry, subdivision geometry (SubD), point clouds, and polygon meshes offer a perfect balance between precision and freedom. Work with accurate layouts containing roads, sidewalks, buildings and combine them with your own free and natural features.
Rhino reads and writes files from most applications and has become an optimal companion and asset for preliminary design, planning, project development, and fabrication.
[Canopy Park](https://www.landsdesign.com/project/canopy-park/) by Maxime Greffet.
_“What stands out the most is undoubtedly the possibility of converting these complex geometries that we integrate into our landscaping projects into 100% manufacturable design elements. I also highlight the ability to develop with Rhino + Lands Design the complete landscape design process: preliminary project, project and execution...”_ **- Rosana Almuzara, Paisajismo Digital**
[**_Download a fully functioning 90-day evaluation..._**](https://www.rhino3d.com/download/)
## Convert Linework into 3D
Rhino can import different types of [file formats](https://www.rhino3d.com/features/file-formats/). And since the release of Rhino 7, you can easily copy/paste between Rhino and Illustrator®, Inkscape™, and Affinity Designer® (Windows only). Once your layout or sketch is on Rhino’s viewports:
* Start designing using the 2D drafting tools.
* Create surfaces using the surface tools.
* Organize your project using the layers panel.
* Use our different display modes or [create your own](https://vimeo.com/260992627).
* Insert specific plants and add 3D models from [food4rhino](https://www.food4rhino.com/).
[Rhino and Lands Design](https://www.landsdesign.com/project/australian-park/).
Landscape Architects: [Paisajismo Digital](https://paisajismodigital.com/)
## Terrain Tools
Load large point clouds, create terrain contours, elevation curves, sections, create holes, and a lot more. Rhino has robust support for plugins such as [Lands Design](https://www.landsdesign.com/), [RhinoTerrain](https://www.rhinoterrain.com/en/rhinoterrain.html) and [Land Kit](https://www.landkit.design/campus) that include extra tools for:
* Importing [LiDAR](https://www.rhino3d.com/features/#3d-capture) data sets.
* Importing DEM files.
* Importing terrains and [3D buildings](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BVJHCROmm68) from anywhere.
* Creating terrains from large point clouds.
* Creating and modifying topographic features in the landscape.
* Changing [terrain properties](https://www.landsdesign.com/features/#section2).
* Adjusting vegetation to a terrain.
* [Rules-driven planting design](https://www.landkit.design/plant) .
* [Editing of cut and fill](https://www.food4rhino.com/app/docofossor) operations for landscape.
* Applying [orthoimages](https://www.food4rhino.com/app/ibex).
* Preparing for 3D printing.
[MAX IV Laboratory Landscape](http://blog.rhino3d.com/2018/06/snohettas-radiating-landscape.html) in Sweden.
Architects: [Snøhetta](https://snohetta.com/projects/70-max-iv-laboratory-landscape#:\~:text=MAX%20IV%20was%20officially%20opened,the%20city's%20ambitious%20sustainability%20goals.).
## Documentation
Rhino provides you with tools to generate 2D drawings from horizontal and vertical views that are updated when making changes to your 3D model.
* Insert 2D sections or elevations from a section line.
* Add photos to your layouts using the [Picture](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/7/help/en-us/commands/picture.htm) command.
* Use [gradient and transparent hatches](https://www.rhino3d.com/features/drafting/gradient-hatch/).
* Generate lists of plants automatically using [Lands Design](https://www.landsdesign.com/features/#section6).
* Display color transparency on objects and by layer.
* Organize your layouts using the [Layouts Panel](https://www.rhino3d.com/features/drafting/layout-management/).
## Produce Amazing Presentations
Good presentations are critical to most design projects. Rhino is a great tool for creating illustrations and also photorealistic renderings.
* Use the [Raytraced](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/7/help/en-us/options/view_displaymodes_raytraced.htm#:\~:text=The%20Raytraced%20display%20mode%20sets,interacts%20with%20the%20Raytraced%20viewport.) display mode, a real-time raytracer.
* Use [Physically Based Rendering](https://www.rhino3d.com/features/rendering/materials-and-textures/pbr/) (PBR) Materials.
* World-class V-Ray rendering through an [integrated plugin](https://www.chaos.com/vray/rhino/free-trial?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=883856632&gclid=CjwKCAiAiKuOBhBQEiwAId_sK32jtJuB6jZcT-6F3KMwbG8_vWPlz8K-th43wvJm7uPc9RRZIfYoORoCyHMQAvD_BwE).
* Create animations and take virtual tours using [Lands Design](https://www.landsdesign.com/).
* Integrated plugins for popular augmented reality systems.
[Jacarandá](https://www.landsdesign.com/project/jacaranda-a-manor-house/).
Landscape Architects: [Paisajismo Digital](https://paisajismodigital.com/).
## Inspection and Analysis
Rhino includes Grasshopper, a graphical algorithm editor that doesn’t require programming or scripting knowledge. Grasshopper provides the foundation for many third-party components to perform detailed analysis.
* Compute area and volume.
* [Simulate pedestrian](https://www.food4rhino.com/app/pedsim-pro) behavior.
* Test materiality.
* Generate shadow studies.
* Slope and aspect visualization.
* [Cut/fill calculations](https://www.food4rhino.com/app/bison).
[Reference Lands Design elements in Grasshopper](https://www.landsdesign.com/learn/lands-gh-components/).
## More Resources
Be part of our landscape design community. Ask any questions, and feel free to share tips, tricks, training, and other resources.
* [Codify: Parametric and Computational Design in Landscape Architecture](http://blog.rhino3d.com/2018/07/just-published-computational-design-in.html) - Essays written by leading academics and professionals.
* [Dynamic Patterns: Visualizing Landscapes in a Digital Age](http://blog.rhino3d.com/2018/11/new-book-on-patterns-in-landscape-design.html) - Book by Karen M'Closkey and Keith Vandersys
* [LandArch Tools](https://www.landarchtools.com/) - Open source project designed to streamline and enhance the capabilities of Landscape Architects.
* [VisualARQ Styles](https://www.food4rhino.com/browse?sort_by=ds_changed&lang=en&f%5B0%5D=im_field_unified_type%3A783&f%5B1%5D=im_field_term_reference_type%3A804&page=0%2C4) - Parametric custom objects made by VisualARQ users.
* [Nature Materials](https://www.food4rhino.com/materials?sort_by=ds_changed&lang=en&f%5B0%5D=im_field_unified_type%3A783&f%5B1%5D=im_field_term_reference_type%3A760) - Free and ready-to-use material collection.
* [3D Model Libraries](https://www.food4rhino.com/resource/rhino-3d-model-library) - 3D object collection.
[**_Join our Rhino community..._**](https://discourse.mcneel.com/)
[Backyard and pool](https://www.3dcadrender.com/) in Arizona, USA.
[Lands Design](https://www.landsdesign.com/) and [Twinmotion](https://www.twinmotion.com/en-US).
## Learn Rhino for Landscape Design
Want to start right away? Watch a few helpful videos.
* [Landscape Design for Rhino - How To Rhino](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0Wc_u6-g9w)
* [Rhino for Landscape Architecture - Intro](https://youtu.be/JMboAoIh7ac)
* [How to Model Landscaping in Rhino](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLYVjI50tYg)
* [Lands Design for Rhino Webinar](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gnBkuici0Is)
* [Learn Rhino for Landscape Design](https://www.landsdesign.com/learn/video-tutorial/)
* [Rhino - Projecting Roads onto a NURBS Surface](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oS8rW1zm-to&t=6s)
* [Lands Design inside Revit, a BIM landscape design solution for Revit](https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=_efrxcZodR8&feature=emb_logo)
* [Land Kit workflows for water, topography, planting, and paving](https://www.landkit.design/workflows)
[**_If you want to start with the basics, check our Learn Page..._**](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?keyword=kind:%20rhino_win)
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# Rhino for the Jeweler
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/for/jewelry/
Enjoy the complete freedom to design and manufacture any 3D shape you can imagine.
Rhino powers the jewelry industry's design needs, from the smallest boutique to the world's largest manufacturers! Enjoy the complete freedom to design and manufacture as far as your imagination can take you. Rhino also serves as a host platform for several industry-leading jewelry design plugins such as CrossGems, Stuller's MatrixGold®, and CounterSketch® to make designing even faster and more efficient. Whether you're doing signature custom designs or mass manufacturing, Rhino can help.
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[See the process of using digital tools to make jewelry...](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfnsAvNISxk)
## Freedom to Design
by [Edgar at e-Jewels.net](mailto:edgar@e-jewels.net)
Rhino is one of the best tools for exploring and developing a wide range of designs. The general modeling tools allow a highly flexible way to bring designs into 3D.
* Model using accurate NURBS geometry.
* Visualize changes in realtime.
* Measure mass properties.
* Training materials, videos, and support are available.
## Visualize Before Casting
Use renderings to sell your work without the expense of building each piece. Rhino is a great tool for visualizing designs from illustrations to photorealistic renderings. To help, Rhino supports many popular rendering plugins.
* Advanced display for realtime rendering.
* Multiple illustrative display modes.
* Ability to make images 2D for illustrated graphics.
* Multiple view layouts.
* Work with popular graphics products for output (V-Ray, KeyShot).
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[Learn how to render jewelry models in Rhino...](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20rendering%20tag:%20jewelry%20jewel)
## Digital Manufacturing
Rhino can be tightly integrated into any step of the manufacturing process. Whether ordering raw casting or using digital fabrication methods and 3D printing, Rhino models can be used to create accurate, symmetrical, detailed models for casting.
* Output accurate geometry for fabrication.
* Export accurate 2D drawings and stunning renderings.
* Export accurate 3D STL files for 3D printing on the jewelry industry's most popular 3D printers: EnvisionTec, Asiga, 3D Systems, Solus, SolidScape.
* Prepare files for CNC cutting directly within Rhino using CNC plugins such as [RhinoCAM ](https://mecsoft.com/rhinocam/ "RhinoCAM")or [JewelryCAM](https://nscnc.com/jcam/ "NS CNC - JewelryCAM").
* Drive advanced robots for custom automated fabrication.
### Fabrication Resources for Rhino
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[See how Rhino was used to help Carrera Casting in New York City...](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sU9BFUiEIw)
## Industry Standard Modeling Plugins
The jewelry industry's largest suppliers and manufacturers use Rhino. Brand-specific plugins allow Rhino to link 3D models to realtime inventory such as gemstones, mountings, and findings. Several direct integration plugins allow for realtime product customization and online ordering of manufactured designs.
[Other Rhino Plugins for Jewelers...](https://www.food4rhino.com/en/browse?searchText=jewelry&form_build_count=1&sort_by=score&f%5B0%5D=im_field_unified_type%3A773)
## Generative Design Tools
by Panther3D
Rhino is one of the best tools for exploring and developing a wide range of solutions. Go far beyond what has been previously possible to design or fabricate with the additional information **Grasshopper** can generate. It is Rhino's algorithmic design tool, which is included in Rhino to help you:
* Create parametric systems to explore the design solution.
* Explore organic repetition with local variations.
* Integrate intelligent data sets within the design process.
* Use form optimization and organizational topologies with analytics.
### Grasshopper Resources for Jewelers
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[Other Grasshopper Resources for Jewelers...](https://www.food4rhino.com/en/browse?searchText=jewelry&form_build_count=1&sort_by=score&f%5B0%5D=im_field_term_reference_category%3A698&f%5B1%5D=im_field_unified_type%3A773&f%5B2%5D=im_field_platform_app%3A784&f%5B3%5D=im_field_platform_app%3A720)
## Industry Support
The most acclaimed jewelry design software also has the best training outlets available. Find training through some of the world's most respected jewelry education institutions and online training sites. Just a small list of hundreds of training outlets worldwide:
* [GIA - Gemological Institute of America](https://www.gia.edu/ "GIA")
* [FIT - Fashion Institute of Technology](https://www.fitnyc.edu/ "FIT")
* [The Goldsmiths' Centre ](https://www.goldsmiths-centre.org/ "The Goldsmiths' Centre")
* [Texas Institute of Jewelry Technology](https://www.parisjc.edu/pjc2/main/tijt "TIJT")
* [Rhino Jewelry CAD](https://www.rhinojewelrycad.com/#/ "Rhino Jewelry CAD")
* [The CAD Jewelry School](https://www.cadjewelryschool.com/ "The CAD Jewelry School")
* [PJ Chen Design](http://www.pjchendesign.com/ "PJ Chen Design")
## Other Resources for Jewelers
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## Gallery
by Panther3D
by Hamed Hedayati
by Sergey Yachkulo
by Claudio Gussini - CADAQUI-DESIGN S.L..
by Vladimir Scherbakov
by Liana Kirakosyan
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# Rhino for the Marine Industry
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/for/marine/
Rhino is a powerful 3D modeler for all phases of design and fabrication. Rhino uses accurate NURBS surfaces to help model any aspect of a vessel.
Rhino is a powerful 3D modeler for design and fabrication. Rhino uses accurate NURBS surfaces to help model any aspect of a vessel. Its flexibility lets you create your design in many different ways and does not lock you into one predefined approach, so that it may be used in all phases, from schematic design work to fabrication details.
[See the process of design and fairing...](https://vimeo.com/260725406)
## Accurate Surface Design
Jonathan Quinn Barnett
Rhino's intuitive surface modeling tools let you model the most complex surfaces accurately. Rhino’s unique ability to join surfaces into solids is key to surface modeling flexibility with solid model accuracy.
* Model using accurate NURBS geometry.
* Visualize changes in realtime.
* Rhino includes tools to analyze fairness and curvature.
* Full sets of training materials, videos, and support available.
[Download a full functioning 90 day evaluation version...](/download)
## Used for Engineering
[ExpressMarine](https://www.food4rhino.com/en/app/expressmarine)
[Orca3D Marine CFD](https://www.food4rhino.com/en/app/orca3d)
Rhino serves as a basis for many marine-specific plugins that add specific feature sets. The plugins supported by naval architects and marine experts allow you to build up the analysis tools needed in your work.
* Waterlines, station automated generation.
* Intact Hydrostatics and stability.
* Planing characteristics.
* Material and Cost module.
* Power and speed calculation.
* CFD calculations.
* Export to existing engineering tools.
## Compatible with Downstream Process
Rhino integrates with industry-standard suppliers. Rhino supports many file import and export types.
* Rhino files are accepted throughout the industry for fabrication and engineering.
* Convert to export types, including 2D drafting formats DWG, DXF.
* Compatible with standard engineering formats STEP, Parasolid, ACIS, and over 30 IGES types.
[See the many applications available...](https://www.food4rhino.com/browse?sort_by=ds_changed&f%5B0%5D=im_field_term_reference_category%3A701)
## Visualize the Design
3Search Design
Rhino is a great tool to visualize your design solutions using illustrations or photorealistic renderings. Use renderings to sell your work without the expense of building prototypes. Rhino supports many popular rendering plugins.
* Advanced display for realtime rendering.
* Multiple illustrative display modes.
* Make images 2D for illustrated graphics.
* Multiple view layouts.
* Works with popular graphics products for output.
[See how to use Rhino to visualize...](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/6/advanceddisplay)
## Straight to Fabrication
[Janicki Industries](https://www.janicki.com/) 5-axis CNC
Rhino models are accurate to manufacturing standards. Cut plugs, molds, and plates directly from Rhino output files. Carver Yachts, Delta Marine, and PDQ Yachts credit Rhino with direct influence on the quality and accuracy of their finished boats.
* Output accurate geometry for fabrication.
* Export accurate 2D drawings.
* Prepare files for CNC cutting.
* Use scaling tools to help build design models and mockups.
* Flexible exports allow for a wide range of builds.
* Drive advanced robots for custom automated fabrication.
[See how Rhino facilitates custom megayacht design...](https://www.compositesworld.com/articles/fea-facilitates-custom-megayacht-design)
Gran Finale. Styling by [JC Espinosa](http://espinosainc.com/). Built by [Delta Marine Industries](http://www.deltamarine.com/).
SeaXplorer Luxury Ice Breaker by Damen.
The Transpac 52 JBird III by [Alan Andrews Yacht Design](https://andrewsyacht.com/). The first TP52 finishing Transpac.
Royal Huisman decided to integrate digital modeling.
[Read the entire case study on RhinoCentre Netherlands blog](http://rhinocentre.blogspot.com/2009/03/royal-huismans-rhino-design-system.html)
85 m Offshore Patrol Vessel designed by Kvaerner Masa Marine Naval Architects & Marine Consultants. Modeled by Juan Carreras, Advanced Digi-Design.
Cheoy Lee 128' Expedition. Designed by [Murray & Associates](http://www.murrayna.com/)
[M/V Tan'erliq](http://www.tugboatinformation.com/tug.cfm?id=1180) designed by [Guido Perla and Associates (GPA)](http://www.gpai.com/). 153-ft. Voith-Schneider Escort Tug.
[Sencha, a strip built racing kayak](http://www.coroflot.com/idezineit/sencha) by Warren Williamson from Anacortes, Washington.
## Resources
Expand your skills and explore more about Rhino with the following resources. Whether you're looking for plugins, tutorials, or videos, we've got you covered:
* [food4Rhino](https://www.food4rhino.com/en/browse?f%5B0%5D=im_field_term_reference_category%3A701) – Discover and download powerful plugins for marine.
* [Learn Rhino](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20jump_start&modal=null) – Access tutorials and guides to improve your workflow.
* [Webinars](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJCieDPc7Er5IpLvSLUDr6Dlb8zhEjHVb) – Watch some of our recorded webinars tailored to your industry.
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# Rhino in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/for/architecture/
Rhino with Grasshopper is a robust 3D modeler for architecture, engineering, fabrication, and construction.
Rhinoceros with Grasshopper is a robust 3D modeler for architecture, engineering, fabrication, and construction. Rhino enhances a team's ability to execute creative building form. Rhino is heavily used for freeform roofs, parametric facades, repetitive components, versatile shapes, or complex structures. Rhino is one of the best tools to explore and develop a wide range of solutions for each stage of the process.
> “A requirement for the design, development and realization of the complex morphology of the pavilion is a closed, digital information loop between the project’s model, finite element simulations and computer numeric machine control. Form-finding and structural design are closely interlinked.” _-University of Stuttgart_
[Download a fully functioning 90-day evaluation...](/download)
## Dynamic Design Tools
Rhino Grasshopper UI
Rhino is one of the best tools to explore and develop a wide range of solutions. Rhino combined with Grasshopper is an ideal toolset to generate dynamic associated geometries such as NURBS surfaces, meshes and solid models. Grasshopper can support sophisticated dynamic models used to explore design solutions. Go far beyond what has been previously possible to design or fabricate with the additional information Grasshopper can generate.
* Create parametric systems to explore the design solution.
* Visualize changes realtime.
* Integrate intelligent data sets within the design process.
* Optimization of form and organizational topologies with analytics.
* Filter and configure a wide range of information to inform the design.
* Enable the integration of various file formats in a coordinated process.
[See all the ways Grasshopper can open up possibilities...](https://www.grasshopper3d.com/)
## Computational and Parametric Design
Rhino and Grasshopper put visual programming at the center of the design process. Describe a design as a set of relationships rather than fixed geometry, then explore many variations without rebuilding the model by hand.
* Drive geometry from parameters, rules, and external data.
* Explore large option sets quickly and compare them side by side.
* Encode repeatable design logic that survives late-stage changes.
* Move between sketch-level studies and construction-level detail in one model.
## Optimization
Once a design is described parametrically, it can be improved against measurable goals. Rhino and Grasshopper support goal-driven search across structural, material, and geometric criteria.
* Topological optimization to remove material where it does no work.
* Lattice and space-frame structural optimization.
* Evolutionary and genetic algorithms for problems with many competing objectives.
* Gridshell layouts derived from stress and curvature fields.
## Machine Learning and AI
Machine learning techniques run inside the Grasshopper environment, letting designers train on their own project data and apply the results to live geometry.
* Neural networks trained with gradient descent and stochastic gradient descent.
* Swarm and population-based optimization methods.
* Scalar, vector, and tensor field manipulation with isosurface visualization.
* Applied cases such as predicting steel connection behavior.
## Analysis and Simulations
[](https://www.karamba3d.com/)
[Karamba3D](https://www.karamba3d.com/)
Rhino and Grasshopper have a rich ecosystem of plugins that run inside Rhino to allow for early analysis and simulation of your designs. Use integrated plugins or scripts to quickly analyze the ideas. As the design progresses, use the geometry to drive more traditional analysis tools that you already use.
* Site-specific weather, environment, and energy analysis.
* Daylighting analysis of exteriors and interior spaces.
* Structural analysis compatible with many popular packages.
* Pedestrian path and egress analysis.
* Space configurations and scale.
* 3-dimensional view analysis.
* Distinguish luminance from illuminance when evaluating daylight.
* Wind flow and computational fluid dynamics simulation.
* Isogeometric analysis, bringing finite element analysis directly into NURBS design.
* Form-finding driven by structural and material behavior.
[See some of the most popular analysis tools...](https://www.food4rhino.com/browse?searchText=&sort_by=its_field_downloads&items_per_page=20&f%5B0%5D=im_field_term_reference_category%3A685&f%5B1%5D=im_field_term_reference_category%3A687&q=browse)
## Topography
Site terrain arrives in many forms, and the work is usually in turning what you were given into a usable surface. Rhino builds topography from most common source data.
* Terrain from elevation and satellite sources.
* Surfaces interpolated from survey point data.
* Terrain from contour curves.
* Cleanup and rebuilding of imported terrain meshes.
* Draping, cut-and-fill, and grading studies on the resulting surface.
## Urban Planning and Landscape
At the district and city scale, the same parametric workflows apply to massing, circulation, and landscape. Rhino handles large site models while keeping individual buildings editable.
* Massing studies across whole blocks and districts.
* Zoning envelope and setback testing.
* Circulation, access, and pedestrian network studies.
* Landscape grading and planting layout.
* Solar access and shadow studies at neighborhood scale.
## BIM and Documentation
[](https://www.visualarq.com/)
[VisualARQ, FlexibleBIM®](https://www.visualarq.com/)
Along with various plugins, Rhino integrates with BIM (Building Information Modeling) workflow. Use Rhino features to link geometry and object data with BIM models. Plugins also support import and export with the IFC file format to exchange Rhino models with other AEC applications.
* [Rhino.Inside.Revit](/features/rhino-inside-revit) brings the power of Rhino and Grasshopper to the Autodesk Revit® environment.
* Direct integration with ArchiCAD through the [Rhino-Archicad Toolset](http://www.graphisoft.com/archicad/rhino-grasshopper/).
* Use [VisualARQ's FlexibleBIM®](https://www.visualarq.com/) features to link geometry and object data.
* Use [plugins to exchange BIM objects directly into the workflow](https://www.food4rhino.com/browse?searchText=&sort_by=its_field_downloads&items_per_page=10&f%5B0%5D=im_field_term_reference_category%3A688).
* [Integrate intelligent data sets with BIM models](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aYaUiMmvLyM&feature=youtu.be).
* Drive other BIM applications with Grasshopper definitions.
* Manipulate data to translate BIM data from one product to another.
* Cloud-based connections to keep BIM models synchronized across teams.
* Live links to structural engineering software, so analysis and design stay in step.
[Check out Rhino.Inside.Revit...](/features/rhino-inside-revit)
## Visualization and Animation
[](https://www.chaosgroup.com/vray/rhino)
[V-Ray for Rhino plugin](https://www.chaosgroup.com/vray/rhino)
Rhino is a great tool to visualize designs, from illustrations to photorealistic renderings. Rhino serves as a host to many popular rendering and animation plugins. Rhino models may also be used with augmented reality setups.
* Worldclass [V-Ray](https://www.chaosgroup.com/vray/rhino) rendering through an integrated plugin.
* Advanced OpenGL display for realtime rendering.
* Multiple illustrative display modes.
* Integrated plugins for popular augmented reality systems.
* Make images 3D for illustrated graphics.
* Multiple view layouts.
* Works with popular graphics products for output.
* Virtual-reality walkthroughs and mixed-reality headset review.
* Author materials and build reusable material libraries.
* Populate scenes with people, vegetation, and furnishing assets.
* High-dynamic-range skies and physically based lighting setups.
* Architectural presentation drawings, including axonometrics and vector line work.
* Sections, elevations, and drawing layouts straight from the model.
[Download a fully functioning 90-day evaluation...](/download)
## Fabrication and Construction
[](https://www.robotsinarchitecture.org/)
[Robots in Architecture](https://www.robotsinarchitecture.org/)
Rhino and Grasshopper can be tightly integrated with any step of the manufacturing process, including robotic and digital fabrication, 3D printing, and rapid prototyping.
* Output accurate geometry for fabrication.
* Export accurate 2D Drawings.
* Prepare files for CNC cutting.
* Use scaling tools to help build design models and mockups.
* Rationalize geometry for efficient fabrication.
* Drive advanced robots for custom automated fabrication.
* Nesting parts for efficient sheet material use.
* Unrolling and flattening curved surfaces for fabrication.
* Paneling complex surfaces into buildable components.
* Physical topography and massing models.
* Preparing watertight geometry for 3D printing.
[See how Rhino was used to help design and build the Morpheus Hotel...](https://www.livinspaces.net/ls-tv/a-detailed-look-at-the-morpheus-hotel-in-macau-from-design-to-fabrication/)
[ICD/ITKE Research Pavilion University of Stuttgart](http://icd.uni-stuttgart.de/?p=6553).
[Hangzhou Sports Park](http://www.archdaily.com/56594/nbbj-and-ccdi-break-ground-on-hangzhou-sports-park/), PRC. Architects: [NBBJ](http://www.nbbj.com/) and CCDI. [See the details of the parametric processes used to design and develop the stadium](http://nmillerarch.blogspot.com/2009/12/parametric-strategies-in-design-of.html).
[Louisiana State Museum and Sports Hall of Fame](https://www.archdaily.com/202678/in-progress-louisiana-state-museum-and-sports-hall-of-fame-trahan-architects/), Natchitoches Louisiana, LA. [Trahan Architects](http://www.trahanarchitects.com/#/home), in coordination with Method Design and Case, Inc. [See how a complex BIM workflow was used.](https://www.archdaily.com/202678/in-progress-louisiana-state-museum-and-sports-hall-of-fame-trahan-architects/)
King Abdul-Aziz Tower for world culture (ITHRA) Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. Architect: [Snøhetta](http://snohetta.com/). [Case study on the computational tools used.](https://naeimdesigntechnologies.wordpress.com/2015/03/29/computation-as-a-tool-for-architectural-design-development/)
Düzce TEKNOPARK , Turkey. Architect: II Architects in cooperation with Baris Cokcan and [Sigrid Brell-Cokcan](http://www.grasshopper3d.com/profile/SigridBrellCokcan). [Project details.](http://aasarchitecture.com/2012/11/duzce-teknopark-by-ii-architects.html)
[Hunters Point South Park Pavilion](http://www.weissmanfredi.com/project/hunters-point-south-waterfront-park) New York City. Architect: [Weiss/Manfredi](http://www.weissmanfredi.com/). [Parametric setup of the pavilion.](https://www.grasshopper3d.com/photo/02-hunters-point-process?context=album&albumId=2985220%3AAlbum%3A375900)
[Cleveland Medical Mart and Convention Center](https://lmnarchitects.com/tech-studio/featured/mm-intro/), Cleveland, Ohio. [LMN Architects](https://lmnarchitects.com/). [See how the panel geometry was generated.](http://lmnarchitects.com/tech-studio/parametrics/mm-geometry/)
[Snowflake tower (Visionary) Cityscape](http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=724718) Dubai. [Laboratory for Visionary Architecture (LAVA)](http://www.l-a-v-a.net/). [Detailed gallery of the parametric model.](http://www.grasshopper3d.com/photo/albums/laboratory-for-visionary)
Restaurante Il Nuovo Perugino, Hato Rey, Puerto Rico. [El Laboratorio de Artes Binarios (LAB)](http://www.labartesbinarios.com/).
## Books and Theory
The computational turn in architecture has a substantial literature behind it, spanning practice, fabrication, and the theory of algorithmic form.
* Accounts of digitally driven practice and design-to-assembly workflows.
* Digital fabrication methods and material technique.
* Theory of algorithmic and generative form.
* Practical guides to parametric modeling and computational strategy.
* Growth, structure, and organic form in nature as a source of design logic.
## Learn Resources & More
Expand your skills and explore more about Rhino with the following resources. Whether you're looking for plugins, tutorials, or videos, we've got you covered:
### Tutorials
Visit our [Learn page](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20architecture&modal=null) to access a suite of tutorials and guides that will improve your workflow.
### Courses
University and professional course material covering computational design for architecture is widely available, including graduate-level design computation and parametric modeling curricula, along with beginner course series aimed specifically at architects.
### Webinars
Watch some of our recorded [Webinars](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJCieDPc7Er6iZy_htpLIkCJSr9srpAct) tailored to your industry.
### Case Studies
Read through some of [Rhino user stories](https://rhino3dzine.com/category/stories/architecture/) and learn how Rhino / Grasshopper helped in the process.
### Plugins
Visit [food4Rhino](https://www.food4rhino.com/en/browse?f%5B0%5D=im_field_term_reference_category%3A687) to discover an array of powerful plugins for AEC.
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### Forum, Email, or Call
* [**Discussion Forum**](https://discourse.mcneel.com/)
*Ask an expert worldwide.*
* [**Email** tech.cn@mcneel.com](mailto:tech.cn@mcneel.com?subject=Help%20-) for more confidential issues.
* **Phone** - See location and phone numbers at the bottom of the page. Call during weekday office hours.
### Top Questions
* [Getting Started Video Tutorials](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20jump_start&modal=null)
* [**System Requirements**?](https://www.rhino3d.com/system_requirements)
* [What is my Rhino **license** key?](https://www.rhino3d.com/licenses/report/)
* [What is my old Windows Rhino **license** key?](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/install/cd-key/lost_key)
* [How do I install on multiple computers?](https://wiki.mcneel.com/zoo/home)
* [Frequently Asked Questions - Windows](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/faq)
* [Frequently Asked Questions - Mac](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/mac/faq)
### Licenses, Accounts, Teams
* [Learn about Licensing Options](https://www.rhino3d.com/features/administration/licensing/)
* [License management options](https://www.rhino3d.com/features/administration/select-licensing-method/)
* [Find your license key](https://www.rhino3d.com/licenses/report/)
* [Is your license key upgradable?](https://www.rhino3d.com/licenses/report/#upgradable/)
* [Manage your account and teams](https://accounts.rhino3d.com/?controller=home)
* [Manage your Rhino licenses](https://www.rhino3d.com/licenses?controller=home)
* [LAN Zoo License Server](https://wiki.mcneel.com/zoo/home)
* [Cloud Zoo License Server](https://www.rhino3d.com/cloudzoo)
* [**Licensing Email** licensing@mcneel.com](mailto:licensing@mcneel.com?subject=Licensing%20Question)
**Licensing Phone:** (206) 545-7000
### Support Resources
* [**Upload a file** to McNeel support](https://www.rhino3d.com/upload)
* [Register](https://www.rhino3d.com/register) your license to receive important support and upgrade notices
* [Technician's **Screen Share** Tools](https://www.rhino3d.com/help):
### Windows Documentation
* [Tutorials](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20rhino_win&modal=null)
* [Online Help](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/8/help/en-us/index.htm)
* [User's Guide](https://www.rhino3d.com/en/docs/guides/user-guide/)
* [Wiki articles with many answers](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/home)
* [License agreements](https://www.rhino3d.com/eula/)
### Mac Documentation
* [Tutorials](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20rhino_mac&modal=null)
* [Online Help](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/8mac/help/en-us/index.htm)
* [User's Guide](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/8mac/usersguide/en-us/index.htm)
* [Wiki articles with many answers](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/mac/home)
* [License agreements](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/licenseagreements)
### Certifications
* [Certified Rhino Specialist testing](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/certified_test): Level 1 and Level 2
* [Rhino Academic Proctor](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/acad-proctor)
* [Authorized Rhino Trainer](/authorized/rhino-trainer/)
* [Authorized Rhino Training Center](/authorized/rhino-training-center/)
* [Authorized Rhino FabStudio](/authorized/rhino-fab-studio/)
### Related Communities
* [Food4Rhino](https://www.food4rhino.com/)
* [Rhino3D Education](https://www.rhino3d.education/)
* [Rhino FabStudio](http://www.rhinofablab.com/)
* [Rhino in Education](https://rhino3du.ning.com/)
* [Generative Jewelry Design](https://www.gjd3d.com/)
* [Rhino related jobs](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/jobs-portfolios/35)
### Related Products
* [Developer tools and support](https://developer.rhino3d.com/)
* [Bongo](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/bongo/16)
* [Grasshopper](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/grasshopper/2)
### Get a Legacy Key:
* [Rhino 7](https://www.rhino3d.com/access-rhino-7) _Rhino 8 license key required.†_
* [Rhino 6](https://www.rhino3d.com/access-rhino-6) _Rhino 7 license key required.†_
*†Lab, and Evaluation Licenses Not Supported*
| Support Location/email | Telephone | Languages |
| -----------------------------------------------------------: | --------------: | --------------------------------: |
| [**Japan -** Tokyo](mailto:support@rhino3d.co.jp) | 3-6825-9910 | Japanese |
| [**Korea -** Seoul](mailto:yoon@mcneel.com) | 070-4800-1441 | Korean |
| [**Taiwan -** Tainan](mailto:cafer@mcneel.com) | 06-2382693 | Chinese |
| [**China** (Northern) - Shanghai](mailto:dixon@mcneel.com) | 86-021-56496412 | Chinese |
| [**China** (Southern) - Shenzhen](mailto:jessesn@mcneel.com) | 86-755-29642189 | Chinese |
| [**China -** Hong Kong](mailto:cafer@mcneel.com) | +886-928125562 | Chinese |
| [**South Asia -** Kuala Lumpur](mailto:wk.lim@mcneel.com) | 6 03 2169 6345 | Chinese, English, Bahasa Malaysia |
To talk to someone that can help, phone:
Sales support (206) 545-7000
Technical support (206) 545-6877
**_If nothing else works_** [_email_](mailto:bob@mcneel.com?subject=Help%20-)_,_ or call me directly (206) 634-4577
_I'll try to find someone who can help, but_ **_it might take a few days_**. _-Bob McNeel_
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# Rhino Support
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/support/lata/
Rhino support resources: contact info, frequently-asked questions, documentation.
# How can we help you?
**Need to work from home?** [_Here are some details that might help._](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/using-rhino-remotely-during-covid-19/98216)
Unlimited support is included with a Rhino purchase. There is no annual maintenance fee.
### Contact Support
**Worldwide** *Often 24/7*
* [**Discussion Forum**](https://discourse.mcneel.com/) *Ask an expert*
**Monday-Friday**
*8-noon and 1-5 pm Pacific Time. (English)*
* [**Chat**](https://www.rhino3d.com/support/chat/): For quick questions
* [**Licensing Email** licensing@mcneel.com](mailto:licensing@mcneel.com?subject=Licensing%20Question)
**Licensing Phone**: (206) 545-7000
* [**Technical Email** tech@mcneel.com](mailto:tech@mcneel.com?subject=Technical%20Question)
**Technical Phone**: (206) 545-6877
* [**Sales Email** sales@mcneel.com](mailto:sales@mcneel.com?subject=Sales%20Question)
**Sales Phone**: (206) 545-7000
### Contact Support:*
* [**Discussion Forum**](https://discourse.mcneel.com/)
*Ask an expert worldwide.*
* [**Email** tech.eu@mcneel.com](mailto:tech.eu@mcneel.com?subject=Help%20-) for more confidential issues.
* **Phone** - **+34 933 199 002** *Monday-Friday 9-14h (GMT +1).*
\* *English, Spanish, Catalan, Italian, German, French, or Portuguese*
### Forum, Email, or Call*
* [**Discussion Forum**](https://discourse.mcneel.com/)
*Ask an expert worldwide.*
* [**Email** tech.la@mcneel.com](mailto:tech.la@mcneel.com?subject=Help%20-) for more confidential issues.
* **Phone** - Call **+(305) 513-4445** *Monday-Friday, 8-noon and 1-5pm Eastern Time.*
\* *Spanish or English*
### Forum, Email, or Call
* [**Discussion Forum**](https://discourse.mcneel.com/)
*Ask an expert worldwide.*
* [**Email** tech.cn@mcneel.com](mailto:tech.cn@mcneel.com?subject=Help%20-) for more confidential issues.
* **Phone** - See location and phone numbers at the bottom of the page. Call during weekday office hours.
### Top Questions
* [Getting Started Video Tutorials](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20jump_start&modal=null)
* [**System Requirements**?](https://www.rhino3d.com/system_requirements)
* [What is my Rhino **license** key?](https://www.rhino3d.com/licenses/report/)
* [What is my old Windows Rhino **license** key?](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/install/cd-key/lost_key)
* [How do I install on multiple computers?](https://wiki.mcneel.com/zoo/home)
* [Frequently Asked Questions - Windows](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/faq)
* [Frequently Asked Questions - Mac](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/mac/faq)
### Licenses, Accounts, Teams
* [Learn about Licensing Options](https://www.rhino3d.com/features/administration/licensing/)
* [License management options](https://www.rhino3d.com/features/administration/select-licensing-method/)
* [Find your license key](https://www.rhino3d.com/licenses/report/)
* [Is your license key upgradable?](https://www.rhino3d.com/licenses/report/#upgradable/)
* [Manage your account and teams](https://accounts.rhino3d.com/?controller=home)
* [Manage your Rhino licenses](https://www.rhino3d.com/licenses?controller=home)
* [LAN Zoo License Server](https://wiki.mcneel.com/zoo/home)
* [Cloud Zoo License Server](https://www.rhino3d.com/cloudzoo)
* [**Licensing Email** licensing@mcneel.com](mailto:licensing@mcneel.com?subject=Licensing%20Question)
**Licensing Phone:** (206) 545-7000
### Support Resources
* [**Upload a file** to McNeel support](https://www.rhino3d.com/upload)
* [Register](https://www.rhino3d.com/register) your license to receive important support and upgrade notices
* [Technician's **Screen Share** Tools](https://www.rhino3d.com/help):
### Windows Documentation
* [Tutorials](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20rhino_win&modal=null)
* [Online Help](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/8/help/en-us/index.htm)
* [User's Guide](https://www.rhino3d.com/en/docs/guides/user-guide/)
* [Wiki articles with many answers](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/home)
* [License agreements](https://www.rhino3d.com/eula/)
### Mac Documentation
* [Tutorials](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20rhino_mac&modal=null)
* [Online Help](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/8mac/help/en-us/index.htm)
* [User's Guide](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/8mac/usersguide/en-us/index.htm)
* [Wiki articles with many answers](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/mac/home)
* [License agreements](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/licenseagreements)
### Certifications
* [Certified Rhino Specialist testing](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/certified_test): Level 1 and Level 2
* [Rhino Academic Proctor](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/acad-proctor)
* [Authorized Rhino Trainer](/authorized/rhino-trainer/)
* [Authorized Rhino Training Center](/authorized/rhino-training-center/)
* [Authorized Rhino FabStudio](/authorized/rhino-fab-studio/)
### Related Communities
* [Food4Rhino](https://www.food4rhino.com/)
* [Rhino3D Education](https://www.rhino3d.education/)
* [Rhino FabStudio](http://www.rhinofablab.com/)
* [Rhino in Education](https://rhino3du.ning.com/)
* [Generative Jewelry Design](https://www.gjd3d.com/)
* [Rhino related jobs](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/jobs-portfolios/35)
### Related Products
* [Developer tools and support](https://developer.rhino3d.com/)
* [Bongo](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/bongo/16)
* [Grasshopper](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/grasshopper/2)
### Get a Legacy Key:
* [Rhino 7](https://www.rhino3d.com/access-rhino-7) _Rhino 8 license key required.†_
* [Rhino 6](https://www.rhino3d.com/access-rhino-6) _Rhino 7 license key required.†_
*†Lab, and Evaluation Licenses Not Supported*
| Support Location/email | Telephone | Languages |
| -----------------------------------------------------------: | --------------: | --------------------------------: |
| [**Japan -** Tokyo](mailto:support@rhino3d.co.jp) | 3-6825-9910 | Japanese |
| [**Korea -** Seoul](mailto:yoon@mcneel.com) | 070-4800-1441 | Korean |
| [**Taiwan -** Tainan](mailto:cafer@mcneel.com) | 06-2382693 | Chinese |
| [**China** (Northern) - Shanghai](mailto:dixon@mcneel.com) | 86-021-56496412 | Chinese |
| [**China** (Southern) - Shenzhen](mailto:jessesn@mcneel.com) | 86-755-29642189 | Chinese |
| [**China -** Hong Kong](mailto:cafer@mcneel.com) | +886-928125562 | Chinese |
| [**South Asia -** Kuala Lumpur](mailto:wk.lim@mcneel.com) | 6 03 2169 6345 | Chinese, English, Bahasa Malaysia |
To talk to someone that can help, phone:
Sales support (206) 545-7000
Technical support (206) 545-6877
**_If nothing else works_** [_email_](mailto:bob@mcneel.com?subject=Help%20-)_,_ or call me directly (206) 634-4577
_I'll try to find someone who can help, but_ **_it might take a few days_**. _-Bob McNeel_
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# Rhino Support
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/support/napa/
Rhino support resources: contact info, frequently-asked questions, documentation.
# How can we help you?
**Need to work from home?** [_Here are some details that might help._](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/using-rhino-remotely-during-covid-19/98216)
Unlimited support is included with a Rhino purchase. There is no annual maintenance fee.
### Contact Support
**Worldwide** *Often 24/7*
* [**Discussion Forum**](https://discourse.mcneel.com/) *Ask an expert*
**Monday-Friday**
*8-noon and 1-5 pm Pacific Time. (English)*
* [**Chat**](https://www.rhino3d.com/support/chat/): For quick questions
* [**Licensing Email** licensing@mcneel.com](mailto:licensing@mcneel.com?subject=Licensing%20Question)
**Licensing Phone**: (206) 545-7000
* [**Technical Email** tech@mcneel.com](mailto:tech@mcneel.com?subject=Technical%20Question)
**Technical Phone**: (206) 545-6877
* [**Sales Email** sales@mcneel.com](mailto:sales@mcneel.com?subject=Sales%20Question)
**Sales Phone**: (206) 545-7000
### Contact Support:*
* [**Discussion Forum**](https://discourse.mcneel.com/)
*Ask an expert worldwide.*
* [**Email** tech.eu@mcneel.com](mailto:tech.eu@mcneel.com?subject=Help%20-) for more confidential issues.
* **Phone** - **+34 933 199 002** *Monday-Friday 9-14h (GMT +1).*
\* *English, Spanish, Catalan, Italian, German, French, or Portuguese*
### Forum, Email, or Call*
* [**Discussion Forum**](https://discourse.mcneel.com/)
*Ask an expert worldwide.*
* [**Email** tech.la@mcneel.com](mailto:tech.la@mcneel.com?subject=Help%20-) for more confidential issues.
* **Phone** - Call **+(305) 513-4445** *Monday-Friday, 8-noon and 1-5pm Eastern Time.*
\* *Spanish or English*
### Forum, Email, or Call
* [**Discussion Forum**](https://discourse.mcneel.com/)
*Ask an expert worldwide.*
* [**Email** tech.cn@mcneel.com](mailto:tech.cn@mcneel.com?subject=Help%20-) for more confidential issues.
* **Phone** - See location and phone numbers at the bottom of the page. Call during weekday office hours.
### Top Questions
* [Getting Started Video Tutorials](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20jump_start&modal=null)
* [**System Requirements**?](https://www.rhino3d.com/system_requirements)
* [What is my Rhino **license** key?](https://www.rhino3d.com/licenses/report/)
* [What is my old Windows Rhino **license** key?](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/install/cd-key/lost_key)
* [How do I install on multiple computers?](https://wiki.mcneel.com/zoo/home)
* [Frequently Asked Questions - Windows](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/faq)
* [Frequently Asked Questions - Mac](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/mac/faq)
### Licenses, Accounts, Teams
* [Learn about Licensing Options](https://www.rhino3d.com/features/administration/licensing/)
* [License management options](https://www.rhino3d.com/features/administration/select-licensing-method/)
* [Find your license key](https://www.rhino3d.com/licenses/report/)
* [Is your license key upgradable?](https://www.rhino3d.com/licenses/report/#upgradable/)
* [Manage your account and teams](https://accounts.rhino3d.com/?controller=home)
* [Manage your Rhino licenses](https://www.rhino3d.com/licenses?controller=home)
* [LAN Zoo License Server](https://wiki.mcneel.com/zoo/home)
* [Cloud Zoo License Server](https://www.rhino3d.com/cloudzoo)
* [**Licensing Email** licensing@mcneel.com](mailto:licensing@mcneel.com?subject=Licensing%20Question)
**Licensing Phone:** (206) 545-7000
### Support Resources
* [**Upload a file** to McNeel support](https://www.rhino3d.com/upload)
* [Register](https://www.rhino3d.com/register) your license to receive important support and upgrade notices
* [Technician's **Screen Share** Tools](https://www.rhino3d.com/help):
### Windows Documentation
* [Tutorials](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20rhino_win&modal=null)
* [Online Help](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/8/help/en-us/index.htm)
* [User's Guide](https://www.rhino3d.com/en/docs/guides/user-guide/)
* [Wiki articles with many answers](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/home)
* [License agreements](https://www.rhino3d.com/eula/)
### Mac Documentation
* [Tutorials](https://www.rhino3d.com/learn/?query=kind:%20rhino_mac&modal=null)
* [Online Help](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/8mac/help/en-us/index.htm)
* [User's Guide](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/8mac/usersguide/en-us/index.htm)
* [Wiki articles with many answers](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/mac/home)
* [License agreements](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/licenseagreements)
### Certifications
* [Certified Rhino Specialist testing](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/certified_test): Level 1 and Level 2
* [Rhino Academic Proctor](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/acad-proctor)
* [Authorized Rhino Trainer](/authorized/rhino-trainer/)
* [Authorized Rhino Training Center](/authorized/rhino-training-center/)
* [Authorized Rhino FabStudio](/authorized/rhino-fab-studio/)
### Related Communities
* [Food4Rhino](https://www.food4rhino.com/)
* [Rhino3D Education](https://www.rhino3d.education/)
* [Rhino FabStudio](http://www.rhinofablab.com/)
* [Rhino in Education](https://rhino3du.ning.com/)
* [Generative Jewelry Design](https://www.gjd3d.com/)
* [Rhino related jobs](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/jobs-portfolios/35)
### Related Products
* [Developer tools and support](https://developer.rhino3d.com/)
* [Bongo](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/bongo/16)
* [Grasshopper](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/grasshopper/2)
### Get a Legacy Key:
* [Rhino 7](https://www.rhino3d.com/access-rhino-7) _Rhino 8 license key required.†_
* [Rhino 6](https://www.rhino3d.com/access-rhino-6) _Rhino 7 license key required.†_
*†Lab, and Evaluation Licenses Not Supported*
| Support Location/email | Telephone | Languages |
| -----------------------------------------------------------: | --------------: | --------------------------------: |
| [**Japan -** Tokyo](mailto:support@rhino3d.co.jp) | 3-6825-9910 | Japanese |
| [**Korea -** Seoul](mailto:yoon@mcneel.com) | 070-4800-1441 | Korean |
| [**Taiwan -** Tainan](mailto:cafer@mcneel.com) | 06-2382693 | Chinese |
| [**China** (Northern) - Shanghai](mailto:dixon@mcneel.com) | 86-021-56496412 | Chinese |
| [**China** (Southern) - Shenzhen](mailto:jessesn@mcneel.com) | 86-755-29642189 | Chinese |
| [**China -** Hong Kong](mailto:cafer@mcneel.com) | +886-928125562 | Chinese |
| [**South Asia -** Kuala Lumpur](mailto:wk.lim@mcneel.com) | 6 03 2169 6345 | Chinese, English, Bahasa Malaysia |
To talk to someone that can help, phone:
Sales support (206) 545-7000
Technical support (206) 545-6877
**_If nothing else works_** [_email_](mailto:bob@mcneel.com?subject=Help%20-)_,_ or call me directly (206) 634-4577
_I'll try to find someone who can help, but_ **_it might take a few days_**. _-Bob McNeel_
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# Rhino.Inside
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/rhino-inside/
Rhino.Inside® is an open source project which allows Rhino and Grasshopper to run inside other 64-bit Windows applications
[Rhino.Inside®](https://github.com/mcneel/rhino.inside) is an [open source project](https://github.com/mcneel/rhino.inside) which allows Rhino and Grasshopper to run _inside_ other 64-bit Windows applications such as Revit®, AutoCAD®, etc.
It is now possible to:
* Start Rhino and Grasshopper as an add-in to other applications.
* Drive the host application with Grasshopper definitions.
* Use the host's APIs in a Grasshopper and Rhino plugin.
* Use Rhino's APIs in the host's plugins.
* Create native objects in the host application with Rhino and Grasshopper.
To understand the power of [Rhino.Inside](https://github.com/mcneel/rhino.inside) with Rhino and Grasshopper...
## Try It
*
* Fork the [Rhino.Inside repository on GitHub](https://github.com/mcneel/rhino.inside).
* Try these example open source projects:
* [For **AutoCAD**](https://github.com/mcneel/rhino.inside/tree/master/Autodesk/AutoCAD)
* [For **Unity**](https://github.com/mcneel/rhino.inside/tree/master/Unity)®
* [For a console application](https://github.com/mcneel/rhino-developer-samples/tree/7/rhino.inside/dotnet/SampleHelloWorld)
* [**Questions?** _Join the discussion..._](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino-developer/3)
* Try **Rhino.Inside.Revit**:
* [Overview](https://www.rhino3d.com/inside/revit/beta/)
* [Getting Started](https://www.rhino3d.com/inside/revit/beta/getting-started)
* [New Grasshopper components documentation](https://www.rhino3d.com/inside/revit/beta/reference/gh-components)
* [Rhino.Inside.Revit source code](https://github.com/mcneel/rhino.inside-Revit/tree/master)
* [Join the Rhino.Inside.Revit discussion...](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino-inside/Revit)
* Ask questions and give feedback on the [Discourse Forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com).
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# rhino3dm Libraries
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/developer/rhino3dm/
Read and write rhino 3dm files from nearly anywhere.
[](https://github.com/mcneel/rhino3dm)
Functionality includes:
* Create, interrogate, and store all geometry types supported in Rhino. This includes points, point clouds, NURBS curves and surfaces, polysurfaces (B-Reps), meshes, annotations, extrusions, and SubDs.
* Work with non-geometry classes supported in Rhino like layers, object attributes, transforms and viewports.
* Read and write all of the above information to and from the _.3dm_ file format.
* Use as a client to make calls into the [Rhino Compute cloud server](https://www.rhino3d.com/compute) for advanced manipulation of geometry objects.
* Available on most platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux).
**[ rhino3dm on GitHub](https://github.com/mcneel/rhino3dm)**
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# Single-Line Fonts
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/text/single-line-fonts/
Single-Line Fonts help improve the speed and quality of your CNC engravings.
Double-Line Font
Single-Line Font
## Try It
1.
1. Download and open the [ SingleLineFont.3dm](SingleLineFont.3dm) model.
1. Note the *Double-Line Font (Arial)* and the *Single-Line Font (SLF-RHN Architect)* in the model.
1. Run the `TextObject` command and use either the *MecSoft_Font-1* or the *SLF-RHN Architect* fonts with the *Engraving font* checked.
1. Compare these fonts in your CNC workflow.
1. Ask questions and give feedback on the [Discourse Forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com).
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# Supported File Formats
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/file-formats/
Rhino supports numerous file formats, making it the interoperability tool of choice.
---
**KEY**:
Both
Windows only
Mac Only
New in Rhino 8 (hover for details)
Improved (hover for details)
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# System Requirements
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/7/system-requirements/
The system requirements - along with some recommendations - for running Rhino 7 on Windows and Mac
Rhino runs on Windows and Mac desktop and laptop computers with:
## Rhino 7 for Windows
### Hardware
* 64-bit Intel or AMD processor (Not ARM)
* 8 GB memory (RAM) or more is recommended.
* 600 MB disk space.
* OpenGL 4.1 capable video card is recommended.
* 4 GB Video RAM or more recommended.
* A Multiple-button mouse with a scroll wheel is recommended.
* [SpaceNavigator](http://www.3dconnexion.com) optional
* Apple Intel hardware with Boot Camp optional.
_(Boot Camp is not supported on Apple Silicon M1 Macs.)_
### Windows Operating Systems
* Windows 11, 10 or 8.1.
* Windows VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure)
### Internet connection for
* Download.
* License validation.
* Rhino account for:
* Technical support on [the forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/rhino-for-windows/1).
* Cloud Zoo license management.
### User recommendations
Since we can't test every possible hardware combination, you can get [hardware recommendations from other users](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/hardware-windows/37)...
### Not supported
* Windows 8 and older
* Windows Server direct login
* Boot Camp on Apple Silicon M1 Macs.
* Virtualization systems such as VMWare, Remote Desktop, and Parallels
* Linux
* ARM processors including the Microsoft SQ® 1 and 2
* Chromebooks
## Rhino 7 for Mac
### Hardware
* Apple Mac with Intel or Apple processor.
* 8 GB memory (RAM) or more is recommended.
* AMD graphics processor recommended on Intel Macs.
* 5 GB disk space.
* A Multiple-button mouse with a scroll wheel is recommended. (Magic Mouse not recommended for use with Rhino.)
* [SpaceNavigator](http://www.3dconnexion.com) and [SpaceMouse Wireless](https://3dconnexion.com/product/spacemouse-pro-wireless/) optional
### macOS Operating Systems
* macOS 14 (Sonoma)
* macOS 13 (Ventura)
* macOS 12.4 (Monterey)
* macOS 11.6 (Big Sur)
* macOS 10.15.7 (Catalina)
* macOS 10.14.6 (Mojave)
### Internet connection for
* Download.
* License validation.
* Rhino account for:
* Technical support on [the forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/rhino-for-mac/5).
* Cloud Zoo license management.
### Not supported
* macOS 10.13.6 (High Sierra) or older
* Digitizers (Faro, Microscribe)
* iPad and iPad Pro
System requirements for [Rhino 8](https://www.rhino3d.com/8/system-requirements/) | [Rhino 6](https://www.rhino3d.com/6/system_requirements/) | [Rhino 5](https://www.rhino3d.com/5/system_requirements/) | [Rhino 4](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/legacy_v4)
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# System Requirements
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/8/system-requirements/
The system requirements - along with some recommendations - for running Rhino 8 on Windows and Mac
Rhino runs on Windows and Mac desktop and laptop computers with:
## Rhino 8 for Windows
### Hardware
* 64-bit Intel or AMD processor (Not ARM)
* At least 8 GB (RAM) memory is recommended
* 5 GB disk space
* OpenGL 4.5 capable video card is recommended
* At least 4 GB Video card memory is recommended
* A multi-button mouse with a scroll wheel is recommended
* [SpaceNavigator](http://www.3dconnexion.com) optional
* Apple Intel hardware with Boot Camp optional
_(Boot Camp is not supported on Apple Silicon Macs.)_
### Windows Operating Systems
* Windows 11
* Windows 10
### Internet connection for
* Download
* License validation
* Rhino account for:
* Technical support on [the forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/rhino-for-windows/1)
* Cloud Zoo license management
### User recommendations
Since we can't test every possible hardware combination, you can get [hardware recommendations from other users](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/hardware-windows/37)...
### Not supported
* Windows 8.1 and older
* Windows Server (any version)
* Boot Camp on Apple Silicon Macs
* Virtualization systems such as VMWare, Remote Desktop, and Parallels
* Linux
* ARM processors including the Microsoft SQ® 1 and 2
## Rhino 8 for Mac
### Hardware
* Apple Mac with Intel or Apple processor
* At least 8 GB memory (RAM) is recommended
* 10 GB disk space
* A multi-button mouse with a scroll wheel is recommended. (Magic Mouse not recommended for use with Rhino.)
* [SpaceNavigator](http://www.3dconnexion.com) and [SpaceMouse Wireless](https://3dconnexion.com/product/spacemouse-pro-wireless/) optional
### macOS Operating Systems
* macOS 27 (Golden Gate)
* macOS 26 (Tahoe)
* macOS 15 (Sequoia)
* macOS 14 (Sonoma)
* macOS 13 (Ventura)
* macOS 12.4 (Monterey)
### Internet connection for
* Download
* License validation
* Rhino account for:
* Technical support on [the forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/rhino-for-mac/5)
* Cloud Zoo license management
### Not supported
* macOS 11 (Big Sur) or older
* Digitizers (Faro, MicroScribe)
* iPad and iPad Pro
System requirements for [Rhino 7](https://www.rhino3d.com/7/system-requirements/) | [Rhino 6](https://www.rhino3d.com/6/system_requirements/) | [Rhino 5](https://www.rhino3d.com/5/system_requirements/) | [Rhino 4](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/legacy_v4)
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# System Requirements
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/9/system-requirements/
The system requirements - along with some recommendations - for running Rhino 9 on Windows and Mac
Rhino 9 is the [current RhinoWIP (Work-In-Progress)](https://discourse.mcneel.com/t/welcome-to-serengeti/9612). The information on this page is subject to change.
Rhino runs on Windows and Mac desktop and laptop computers with:
## Rhino 9 for Windows
### Hardware
* 64-bit Intel, AMD, or ARM processor
* At least 8 GB (RAM) memory is recommended
* 5 GB disk space
* OpenGL 4.1 capable video card is recommended
* At least 4 GB Video card memory is recommended
* A multi-button mouse with a scroll wheel is recommended
* [SpaceNavigator](http://www.3dconnexion.com) optional
* Apple Intel hardware with Boot Camp optional
_(Boot Camp is not supported on Apple Silicon Macs.)_
### Windows Operating Systems
* Windows 11
### Internet connection for
* Download
* License validation
* Rhino account for:
* Technical support on [the forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/rhino-for-windows/1)
* Cloud Zoo license management
### User recommendations
Since we can't test every possible hardware combination, you can get [hardware recommendations from other users](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/hardware-windows/37)...
### Not supported
* Windows 10 and older
* Windows Server (any version)
* Boot Camp on Apple Silicon Macs
* Linux
## Rhino 9 for Mac
### Hardware
* Mac with an Apple Silicon processor (Intel not supported)
* At least 8 GB memory (RAM) is recommended
* 10 GB disk space
* A multi-button mouse with a scroll wheel is recommended
* [SpaceNavigator](http://www.3dconnexion.com) and [SpaceMouse Wireless](https://3dconnexion.com/product/spacemouse-pro-wireless/) optional
### macOS Operating Systems
* macOS 27 (Golden Gate)
* macOS 26 (Tahoe)
### Internet connection for
* Download
* License validation
* Rhino account for:
* Technical support on [the forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/rhino-for-mac/5)
* Cloud Zoo license management
### Not supported
* macOS 15 (Sequoia) or older
* Intel-based Macs
* Digitizers (Faro, MicroScribe)
System requirements for [Rhino 7](https://www.rhino3d.com/7/system-requirements/) | [Rhino 6](https://www.rhino3d.com/6/system_requirements/) | [Rhino 5](https://www.rhino3d.com/5/system_requirements/) | [Rhino 4](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/legacy_v4)
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# System Requirements for Rhino 5
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/5/system-requirements/
The system requirements - along with some recommendations - for running Rhino 5 on Windows and Mac
Rhino runs on ordinary Windows and Mac desktop and laptop computers with:
## Rhino 5 for Windows
### Hardware
* 8 GB memory (RAM) or more is recommended.
* Internet connection for installation and validation.
* 600 MB disk space.
* OpenGL 2 capable video card [**recommended**](http://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/rhino5videocards).
* No more than 63 CPU Cores.
* Multiple-button mouse with scroll wheel is recommended.
* The [SpaceNavigator](http://www.3dconnexion.com) is supported.
* _Apple hardware is supported with Bootcamp._
### Operating Systems
* Windows 10, 8.1
### Unsupported Operating Systems
* Windows 11
(Rhino 5 was written before Windows 11 was released, and is not supported. Please use Rhino 8 instead.)
### Previously Supported Operating Systems
Rhino 5 ran on these, but they are no longer supported by Microsoft, so McNeel cannot support Rhino running on them.
* Windows 8, 7, Vista, Windows XP (32-bit only) Service Pack 3
**NOTE**: _Both 32- and 64-bit versions are installed on 64-bit Windows systems._
## Rhino 5 for Mac
### Hardware
* Apple Mac (Intel only. Apple Silicon is not supported.)
* 8 GB memory (RAM) or more is recommended.
* 2 GB disk space.
* NVIDIA or AMD graphics processor is recommended.
* Multiple-button mouse with scroll wheel is recommended.
* The [SpaceNavigator](http://www.3dconnexion.com) and [SpaceMouse Wireless](https://3dconnexion.com/us/product/spacemouse-pro-wireless/) are supported.
* Digitizers (Faro, Microscribe) are [**NOT SUPPORTED**](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/mac/rhino5wincommandsnotinrhino5mac).
### Unsupported Operating Systems
* macOS 10.15 (Catalina) and newer
### Recommended Operating Systems
* macOS 10.14.6 (Mojave)
* macOS 10.13.6 (High Sierra)
### Limited Support for
* macOS 10.12.6 (Sierra)
* OS X 10.11.6 (El Capitan) or better is required for Grasshopper for Mac beta
* OS X 10.10.5 (Yosemite)
* OS X 10.9.5 (Mavericks)
* OS X 10.8.5 (Mountain Lion)
### Internet Connection for
* Downloading and installation.
* License validation.
* Rhino account for technical support on the [forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/rhino-for-mac/5).
### User Recommendations
Since we can't test every possible hardware combination, you can get hardware recommendations from other users [**here...**](http://discourse.mcneel.com/t/hardware-recommendations-windows)
### Not Supported
* Linux
* macOS 11 (Big Sur) and newer
* Windows NT, 95, 98, ME, or 2000
* Windows XP 64-bit
* Virtualization systems on OS X such as VMWare and Parallels
* OS X 10.9.4 (and earlier versions of Mavericks), OS X 10.8.4 (and earlier versions of Mountain Lion)
* Apple Silicon M1 and later
System requirements for [Rhino 8](/8/system-requirements/) | [Rhino 7](/7/system-requirements/) | [Rhino 6](/6/system-requirements/) | [Rhino 4](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/legacy_v4)
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# System Requirements for Rhino 6
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/6/system-requirements/
The system requirements - along with some recommendations - for running Rhino 6 on Windows and Mac
Rhino runs on ordinary Windows and Mac desktop and laptop computers with:
## Rhino 6 for Windows
### Hardware
* 64-bit Intel or AMD processor (Not Apple )
* No more than 63 CPU Cores.
* 8 GB memory (RAM) or more is recommended.
* 600 MB disk space.
* OpenGL 4.1 capable video card is recommended. 4 GB Video RAM recommended.
* Multiple-button mouse with scroll wheel is recommended.
* The [SpaceNavigator](https://3dconnexion.com/) is supported.
* _Apple hardware is supported with Bootcamp._
### Operating Systems
* Windows 10 or 8.1
### Internet Connection for
* Download and installation.
* License validation.
* Rhino account for:
* Technical support on the [forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/rhino-for-windows/1).
* Cloud Zoo license management.
### Not Supported
* Windows 8
* Windows 7
* Windows XP 64-bit
* Windows Vista, NT, 95, 98, ME, or 2000
* Windows 32-bit all versions
* Linux
* Virtualization systems such as VMWare, Remote Desktop, and Parallels
## Rhino 6 for Mac
### Hardware
* Intel Apple Mac that can be updated to macOS Mojave (Apple Silicon not supported)
* 8 GB memory (RAM) or more is recommended.
* AMD graphics processor is recommended.
* 2 GB disk space.
* Multiple-button mouse with scroll wheel is recommended.
* The [SpaceNavigator](https://3dconnexion.com/) and [SpaceMouse Wireless](https://3dconnexion.com/) are supported.
* Digitizers (Faro, Microscribe) are [**NOT SUPPORTED**](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/mac/rhino6wincommandsnotinrhino6mac).
### Operating Systems
* macOS 11.7.6 (Big Sur)
* macOS 10.15.7 (Catalina)
* macOS 10.14.6 (Mojave)
* macOS 10.13.6 (High Sierra)
### Internet Connection for
* Download and installation.
* License validation.
* Rhino account for:
* Technical support on the [forum](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/rhino-for-mac/5).
* Cloud Zoo license management.
### Not Supported
* Apple Silicon processors (M1 and later)
* Virtualization systems on macOS such as VMWare and Parallels
### User Recommendations
Since we can't test every possible hardware combination, you can get [hardware recommendations from other users...](https://discourse.mcneel.com/c/rhino/hardware-windows/37)
System requirements for [Rhino 8](/8/system-requirements/) | [Rhino 7](/7/system-requirements/) | [Rhino 5](/5/system-requirements/) | [Rhino 4](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/legacy_v4)
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# What are NURBS?
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/features/nurbs/
Non-Uniform Rational B-Splines, are mathematical representations of 3D geometry that can accurately describe any shape.
NURBS geometry has five important qualities that make it an ideal choice for computer-aided modeling.
* Several industry‑standard methods are used to exchange NURBS geometry. Consequently, customers can move their valuable geometric models between the various modeling, rendering, animation, and engineering analysis programs.
* NURBS have a precise and well-known definition. Most major universities teach mathematics and computer science of NURBS geometry. This means that specialty software vendors, engineering teams, industrial design firms, and animation houses that need to create custom software applications can find trained programmers who are able to work with NURBS geometry.
* NURBS can accurately represent both standard geometric objects like lines, circles, ellipses, spheres, tori, and free‑form geometry like car bodies and human bodies.
* The amount of information required for a NURBS representation of a piece of geometry is much smaller than the amount of information required by common faceted approximations.
* The NURBS evaluation rule, discussed below, can be implemented on a computer both efficiently and accurately.
## What is NURBS Geometry?
NURBS curves and surfaces behave in similar ways and share terminology. Since curves are the easiest to describe, we will cover them in detail. Four things define a NURBS curve: degree, control points, knots, and an evaluation rule.
### Degree
The degree is a positive whole number.
This number is usually 1, 2, 3, or 5, but can be any positive whole number. NURBS lines and polylines are usually degree 1, NURBS circles are degree 2, and most free‑form curves are degree 3 or 5. Sometimes the terms linear, quadratic, cubic, and quintic are used. Linear means degree 1, quadratic means degree 2, cubic means degree 3, and quintic means degree 5.
You may see references to the order of a NURBS curve. The order of a NURBS curve is a positive whole number equal to (degree+1). Consequently, the degree is equal to (order‑1).
It is possible to increase the degree of a NURBS curve and not change its shape. Generally, it is not possible to reduce a NURBS curve’s degree without changing its shape.
### Control Points
The control points are a list of at least degree+1 points.
One of the easiest ways to change the shape of a NURBS curve is to move its control points.
The control points have an associated number called a weight. With a few exceptions, weights are positive numbers. When a curve’s control points all have the same weight (usually 1), the curve is called non-rational. Otherwise, the curve is called rational. The R in NURBS stands for rational and indicates that a NURBS curve has the possibility of being rational. In practice, most NURBS curves are non-rational. A few NURBS curves, circles, and ellipses being notable examples, are always rational.
### Knots
The knots are a list of (degree+N-1) numbers, where N is the number of control points. Sometimes this list of numbers is called the knot vector. In this term, the word vector does not mean 3D direction.
This list of knot numbers must satisfy several technical conditions. The standard way to ensure that the technical conditions are satisfied is to require the numbers to stay the same or get larger as you go down the list and to limit the number of duplicate values to no more than the degree. For example, for a degree 3 NURBS curve with 11 control points, the list of numbers 0,0,0,1,2,2,2,3,7,7,9,9,9 is a satisfactory list of knots. The list 0,0,0,1,2,2,2,2,7,7,9,9,9 is unacceptable because there are four 2s and four is larger than the degree.
The number of times a knot value is duplicated is called the knot’s multiplicity. In the previous example of a satisfactory list of knots, the knot value 0 has multiplicity three, the knot value 1 has multiplicity one, the knot value 2 has multiplicity three, the knot value 3 has multiplicity one, the knot value 7 has multiplicity two, and the knot value 9 has multiplicity three. A knot value is a full-multiplicity knot if it is duplicated degree many times. In the example, the knot values 0, 2, and 9 have full multiplicity. A knot value that appears only once is called a simple knot. In the example, the knot values 1 and 3 are simple knots.
If a list of knots starts with a full multiplicity knot, is followed by simple knots, terminates with a full multiplicity knot, and the values are equally spaced, then the knots are called uniform. For example, if a degree 3 NURBS curve with 7 control points has knots 0,0,0,1,2,3,4,4,4, then the curve has uniform knots. The knots 0,0,0,1,2,5,6,6,6 are not uniform. Knots that are not uniform are called non‑uniform. The N and U in NURBS stand for non‑uniform and indicate that the knots in a NURBS curve are permitted to be non-uniform.
Duplicate knot values in the middle of the knot list make a NURBS curve less smooth. At the extreme, a full multiplicity knot in the middle of the knot list means a place on the NURBS curve can be bent into a sharp kink. For this reason, some designers like to add and remove knots and then adjust control points to make curves have smoother or kinkier shapes. Since the number of knots is equal to (N+degree‑1), where N is the number of control points, adding knots also adds control points and removing knots removes control points. Knots can be added without changing the shape of a NURBS curve. In general, removing knots will change the curve shape.
### Knots and Control Points
A common misconception is that each knot is paired with a control point, but this is true only for degree 1 NURBS (polylines). For higher degree NURBS, there are groups of 2 x degree knots that correspond to groups of (degree+1) control points. For example, we have a degree 3 NURBS with 7 control points and knots 0,0,0,1,2,5,8,8,8. The first four control points are grouped with the first six knots. The second through fifth control points are grouped with the knots 0,0,1,2,5,8. The third through sixth control points are grouped with the knots 0,1,2,5,8,8. The last four control points are grouped with the last six knots.
Some modelers that use older algorithms for NURBS evaluation require two extra knot values for a total of (degree+N+1) knots. When Rhino is exporting and importing NURBS geometry, it automatically adds and removes these two superfluous knots as the situation requires.
### Evaluation Rule
A curve evaluation rule is a mathematical formula that takes a number and assigns a point.
The NURBS evaluation rule is a formula that involves the degree, control points, and knots. In the formula there are some things called B-spline basis functions. The B and S in NURBS stand for _basis spline_. The number the evaluation rule starts with is called a parameter. You can think of the evaluation rule as a black box that eats a parameter and produces a point location. The degree, knots, and control points determine how the black box works.
## Related Topics
If you are comfortable reading mathematical formulae, please see .
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# End User License Agreement
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/5/eula-plain/
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# End User License Agreement
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/5/eula/
You agree to be bound by the terms of the following END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA). Failure to comply will invalidate your license. If you do not agree, do not install or use Rhinoceros. You may return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
This EULA is a legal agreement between You (the entity that owns the license), and Robert McNeel & Associates (Us, We) for the Software (Rhinoceros and associated online documentation and content).
Rhinoceros (Rhino) is owned by TLM, Inc. d.b.a. Robert McNeel & Associates. Rhinoceros is protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties. Rhinoceros is licensed, not sold.
We grant you license to use the Software so long as:
1. The License is installed on a computer or virtual machine you own, lease, rent, or license.
1. The number of login sessions running the Software at the same time does not exceed the number of licenses you own.
To simplify management of multiple licenses, computers, and users, we recommend you install your license in the **[Zoo](https://www.rhino3d.com/zoo)**. Visit [https://www.rhino3d.com/licensing](http://www.rhino3d.com/licensing) for details.
Unless otherwise noted, each license key is a single (1) User license. Educational Lab and Not For Resale Lab licenses are thirty (30) User licenses.
An Upgrade License extends your existing License to include running a newer version of Rhino. An Upgrade License does not change the number of Users who can use Rhino simultaneously.
You must treat this Software just like a book or any other copyrighted material (e.g., recordings and film). You may make archival copies of the Software. You may not distribute any portion of the Software or materials accompanying the Software.
You agree that you will not (nor authorize third parties to) reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble (except to the extent applicable laws specifically require that such activities be permitted) or attempt to derive the source code, underlying ideas, algorithm or structure of software provided to you in object code form.
License validation may be required on each computer after installation.
Educational, Educational Lab, Not For Resale, and Not For Resale Lab licenses are not transferable and cannot be sold, shared, used by, or transferred to another user or entity.
Robert McNeel & Associates makes no warranty, including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, regarding the Software or accompanying materials. The Software and accompanying materials are provided solely on an as-is basis.
In no event shall Robert McNeel & Associates be liable for any special, collateral, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with or arising out of the use of the Software and accompanying materials.
This product may send anonymous usage information. To opt out of anonymous reporting, consult your product documentation.
## APPLICABLE LAW
* If you acquired the software in the United States and are not a State or Federal Agency, Washington state law governs the interpretation of this agreement and applies to claims for breach of it, regardless of conflict of laws principles. The laws of the
state where you live govern all other claims, including claims under state consumer protection laws, unfair competition laws, and in tort.
* Outside the United States. If you acquired the software in any other country, the laws of that country apply.
* If you are a State Agency in the United States, the laws of your State govern the interpretation of this agreement.
* If you are a United States Federal Agency, United States Federal law governs the interpretation of this agreement.
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# End User License Agreement
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/6/eula/
You agree to be bound by the terms of the following END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA). Failure to comply will invalidate your license. If you do not agree, do not install or use Rhinoceros. You may return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
This EULA is a legal agreement between You (the entity that owns the license), and Robert McNeel & Associates (Us, We) for the Software (Rhinoceros and associated online documentation and content).
Rhinoceros (Rhino) is owned by TLM, Inc. d.b.a. Robert McNeel & Associates. Rhinoceros is protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties. Rhinoceros is licensed, not sold.
We grant you license to use the Software so long as:
1. The License is installed on a computer or virtual machine you own, lease, rent, or license.
1. The number of login sessions running the Software at the same time does not exceed the number of licenses you own.
To simplify management of multiple licenses, computers, and users, we recommend you install your license in the **[Zoo](https://www.rhino3d.com/zoo)** or the **[Cloud Zoo](https://www.rhino3d.com/cloudzoo)**. Visit [https://www.rhino3d.com/licensing](http://www.rhino3d.com/licensing) for details.
Unless otherwise noted, each license key is a single (1) User license. Educational Lab and Not For Resale Lab licenses are thirty (30) User licenses.
An Upgrade License extends your existing License to include running a newer version of Rhino. An Upgrade License does not change the number of Users who can use Rhino simultaneously.
You must treat this Software just like a book or any other copyrighted material (e.g., recordings and film). You may make archival copies of the Software. You may not distribute any portion of the Software or materials accompanying the Software.
You agree that you will not (nor authorize third parties to) reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble (except to the extent applicable laws specifically require that such activities be permitted) or attempt to derive the source code, underlying ideas, algorithm or structure of software provided to you in object code form.
License validation may be required on each computer after installation.
Educational, Educational Lab, Not For Resale, and Not For Resale Lab licenses are not transferable and cannot be sold, shared, used by, or transferred to another user or entity.
Robert McNeel & Associates makes no warranty, including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, regarding the Software or accompanying materials. The Software and accompanying materials are provided solely on an as-is basis.
In no event shall Robert McNeel & Associates be liable for any special, collateral, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with or arising out of the use of the Software and accompanying materials.
This product may send anonymous usage information. To opt out of anonymous reporting, consult your product documentation.
## APPLICABLE LAW
* If you acquired the software in the United States and are not a State or Federal Agency, Washington state law governs the interpretation of this agreement and applies to claims for breach of it, regardless of conflict of laws principles. The laws of the
state where you live govern all other claims, including claims under state consumer protection laws, unfair competition laws, and in tort.
* Outside the United States. If you acquired the software in any other country, the laws of that country apply.
* If you are a State Agency in the United States, the laws of your State govern the interpretation of this agreement.
* If you are a United States Federal Agency, United States Federal law governs the interpretation of this agreement.
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# End User License Agreement
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/7/eula/
The End User License Agreement for Rhinoceros 3D from Robert McNeel & Associates.
Updated
You agree to be bound by the terms of the following END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA). Failure to comply will invalidate your license. If you do not agree, do not install or use Rhinoceros. You may return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
This EULA is a legal agreement between You (the entity that owns the license), and Robert McNeel & Associates (Us, We) for the Software (Rhinoceros and associated online documentation and content).
Rhinoceros (Rhino) is owned by TLM, Inc. d.b.a. Robert McNeel & Associates. Rhinoceros is protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties. Rhinoceros is licensed, not sold.
We grant you license to use the Software so long as:
1. The License is installed on a computer or virtual machine you own, lease, rent, or license.
1. The number of login sessions running the Software at the same time does not exceed the number of licenses you own.
To simplify management of multiple licenses, computers, and users, we recommend you install your license in the **[Zoo](https://www.rhino3d.com/zoo)** or the **[Cloud Zoo](https://www.rhino3d.com/cloudzoo)**. Visit [https://www.rhino3d.com/licensing](http://www.rhino3d.com/licensing) for details.
Unless otherwise noted, each license key is a single (1) User license. Educational Lab and Not For Resale Lab licenses are thirty (30) User licenses.
An Upgrade License extends your existing License to include running a newer version of Rhino. An Upgrade License does not change the number of Users who can use Rhino simultaneously.
You must treat this Software just like a book or any other copyrighted material (e.g., recordings and film). You may make archival copies of the Software. You may not distribute any portion of the Software or materials accompanying the Software.
You agree that you will not (nor authorize third parties to) reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble (except to the extent applicable laws specifically require that such activities be permitted) or attempt to derive the source code, underlying ideas, algorithm or structure of software provided to you in object code form.
License validation may be required on each computer after installation.
Educational, Educational Lab, Not For Resale, and Not For Resale Lab licenses are not transferable and cannot be sold, shared, used by, or transferred to another user or entity.
Robert McNeel & Associates makes no warranty, including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, regarding the Software or accompanying materials. The Software and accompanying materials are provided solely on an as-is basis.
In no event shall Robert McNeel & Associates be liable for any special, collateral, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with or arising out of the use of the Software and accompanying materials.
This product may send anonymous usage information. To opt out of anonymous reporting, consult your product documentation.
## APPLICABLE LAW
* If you acquired the software in the United States and are not a State or Federal Agency, Washington state law governs the interpretation of this agreement and applies to claims for breach of it, regardless of conflict of laws principles. The laws of the
state where you live govern all other claims, including claims under state consumer protection laws, unfair competition laws, and in tort.
* Outside the United States. If you acquired the software in any other country, the laws of that country apply.
* If you are a State Agency in the United States, the laws of your State govern the interpretation of this agreement.
* If you are a United States Federal Agency, United States Federal law governs the interpretation of this agreement.
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# End User License Agreement
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/8/eula-plain/
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# End User License Agreement
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/8/eula/
The End User License Agreement for Rhinoceros 3D from Robert McNeel & Associates.
Updated
You agree to be bound by the terms of the following END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA). Failure to comply will invalidate your license. If you do not agree, do not install or use Rhinoceros. You may return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
This EULA is a legal agreement between You (the entity that owns the license), and Robert McNeel & Associates (Us, We) for the Software (Rhinoceros and associated online documentation and content).
Rhinoceros (Rhino) is owned by TLM, Inc. d.b.a. Robert McNeel & Associates. Rhinoceros is protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties. Rhinoceros is licensed, not sold.
We grant you license to use the Software so long as:
1. The License is installed on a computer or virtual machine you own, lease, rent, or license.
1. The number of login sessions running the Software at the same time does not exceed the number of licenses you own.
To simplify management of multiple licenses, computers, and users, we recommend you install your license in the **[Zoo](https://www.rhino3d.com/zoo)** or the **[Cloud Zoo](https://www.rhino3d.com/cloudzoo)**. Visit [https://www.rhino3d.com/licensing](http://www.rhino3d.com/licensing) for details.
Unless otherwise noted, each license key is a single (1) User license. Educational Lab and Not For Resale Lab licenses are thirty (30) User licenses.
A single user can run multiple sessions of Rhino on the same computer or virtual machine with a single (1) User license. Each additional computer or user will require an additional User license.
An Upgrade License extends your existing License to include running a newer version of Rhino. An Upgrade License does not change the number of Users who can use Rhino simultaneously. For example, a Rhino 8 Upgrade License entitles you to run Rhino 8 and Rhino 7 on a single computer or virtual machine, but not on separate computers or virtual machines at the same time.
You must treat this Software just like a book or any other copyrighted material (e.g., recordings and film). You may make archival copies of the Software. You may not distribute any portion of the Software or materials accompanying the Software.
You agree that you will not (nor authorize third parties to) reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble (except to the extent applicable laws specifically require that such activities be permitted) or attempt to derive the source code, underlying ideas, algorithm or structure of software provided to you in object code form.
License validation may be required on each computer after installation.
Educational, Educational Lab, Not For Resale, and Not For Resale Lab licenses are not transferable and cannot be sold, shared, used by, or transferred to another user or entity.
Robert McNeel & Associates makes no warranty, including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, regarding the Software or accompanying materials. The Software and accompanying materials are provided solely on an as-is basis.
In no event shall Robert McNeel & Associates be liable for any special, collateral, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with or arising out of the use of the Software and accompanying materials.
This product may send anonymous usage information. To opt out of anonymous reporting, consult your product documentation.
## APPLICABLE LAW
* If you acquired the software in the United States and are not a State or Federal Agency, Washington state law governs the interpretation of this agreement and applies to claims for breach of it, regardless of conflict of laws principles. The laws of the
state where you live govern all other claims, including claims under state consumer protection laws, unfair competition laws, and in tort.
* Outside the United States. If you acquired the software in any other country, the laws of that country apply.
* If you are a State Agency in the United States, the laws of your State govern the interpretation of this agreement.
* If you are a United States Federal Agency, United States Federal law governs the interpretation of this agreement.
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# End User License Agreement
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/9/eula-plain/
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# End User License Agreement
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/9/eula/
The End User License Agreement for Rhinoceros 3D from Robert McNeel & Associates.
Updated
You agree to be bound by the terms of the following END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA). Failure to comply will invalidate your license. If you do not agree, do not install or use Rhinoceros. You may return it to the place of purchase for a full refund.
This EULA is a legal agreement between You (the entity that owns the license), and Robert McNeel & Associates (Us, We) for the Software (Rhinoceros and associated online documentation and content).
Rhinoceros (Rhino) is owned by TLM, Inc. d.b.a. Robert McNeel & Associates. Rhinoceros is protected by copyright laws and international copyright treaties, as well as other intellectual property laws and treaties. Rhinoceros is licensed, not sold.
We grant you license to use the Software so long as:
1. The License is installed on a computer or virtual machine you own, lease, rent, or license.
1. The number of login sessions running the Software at the same time does not exceed the number of licenses you own.
To simplify management of multiple licenses, computers, and users, we recommend you install your license in the **[Zoo](https://www.rhino3d.com/zoo)** or the **[Cloud Zoo](https://www.rhino3d.com/cloudzoo)**. Visit [https://www.rhino3d.com/licensing](http://www.rhino3d.com/licensing) for details.
Unless otherwise noted, each license key is a single (1) User license. Educational Lab and Not For Resale Lab licenses are thirty (30) User licenses.
A single user can run multiple sessions of Rhino on the same computer or virtual machine with a single (1) User license. Each additional computer or user will require an additional User license.
An Upgrade License extends your existing License to include running a newer version of Rhino. An Upgrade License does not change the number of Users who can use Rhino simultaneously. For example, a Rhino 8 Upgrade License entitles you to run Rhino 8 and Rhino 7 on a single computer or virtual machine, but not on separate computers or virtual machines at the same time.
You must treat this Software just like a book or any other copyrighted material (e.g., recordings and film). You may make archival copies of the Software. You may not distribute any portion of the Software or materials accompanying the Software.
You agree that you will not (nor authorize third parties to) reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble (except to the extent applicable laws specifically require that such activities be permitted) or attempt to derive the source code, underlying ideas, algorithm or structure of software provided to you in object code form.
License validation may be required on each computer after installation.
Educational, Educational Lab, Not For Resale, and Not For Resale Lab licenses are not transferable and cannot be sold, shared, used by, or transferred to another user or entity.
Robert McNeel & Associates makes no warranty, including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, regarding the Software or accompanying materials. The Software and accompanying materials are provided solely on an as-is basis.
In no event shall Robert McNeel & Associates be liable for any special, collateral, incidental, or consequential damages in connection with or arising out of the use of the Software and accompanying materials.
This product may send anonymous usage information. To opt out of anonymous reporting, consult your product documentation.
## APPLICABLE LAW
* If you acquired the software in the United States and are not a State or Federal Agency, Washington state law governs the interpretation of this agreement and applies to claims for breach of it, regardless of conflict of laws principles. The laws of the
state where you live govern all other claims, including claims under state consumer protection laws, unfair competition laws, and in tort.
* Outside the United States. If you acquired the software in any other country, the laws of that country apply.
* If you are a State Agency in the United States, the laws of your State govern the interpretation of this agreement.
* If you are a United States Federal Agency, United States Federal law governs the interpretation of this agreement.
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# New in Rhino 7
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/7/new/
Find out what's new in Rhino 7.
These are the highlights...
## SubD
[](/features/subd)
[**All the details...**](/features/subd)
## Rhino.Inside.Revit
[](/features/rhino-inside-revit)
[**All the details...**](/features/rhino-inside-revit)
## QuadRemesh
[](/features/quadremesh)
[**All the details...**](/features/quadremesh)
## Presentation
In Rhino 7, we’ve improved the presentation tools, streamlining the workflow with a major update to the Rhino Render engine, so the same look you get in your Raytraced viewport can be rendered without any changes. We’ve added support for PBR materials, a LayerBook command, and more...
## Rhino Refined
In Rhino 7, we've fixed hundreds of bugs, but we've also added workflow improvements like Named Selections, Mold Making tools, a Single-Line font for engraving, and improved interoperation with third-party file formats...
## Display
[](/features/display)
[**All the details...**](/features/display)
## Documentation
Modeling is just one part of the design process; you also need to show how to build what is on the screen. We’ve improved many parts of the documentation workflow while also focusing on the more graphically-rich illustration tools like transparency and gradient hatches...
## Grasshopper
Grasshopper seems to be everywhere lately. As usual, we’re having a hard time keeping up (you might even see that familiar canvas in other applications). In Rhino 7, we’ve added some new components, but we’ve also made it easier to turn your programs into plugins...
## Development Platform
Rhino 7 brings major improvements to [our free SDKs](https://developer.rhino3d.com), with [API refinements](https://mcneel-apidocs.herokuapp.com/api/rhinocommon/whatsnew/7.0), [better documentation](https://developer.rhino3d.com), and some major new features that broaden and deepen the foundations of _the_ geometry development platform...
## And More
Looking for a complete list of new commands? If you're not seeing what you're looking for above, please check out the documentation's [New in Rhino 7](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/7/help/en-us/index.htm#commandlist/newinrhino7.htm) for a complete list...as well as new command options.
[](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/7/help/en-us/index.htm#commandlist/newinrhino7.htm)
[**All the new commands...**](https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/7/help/en-us/index.htm#commandlist/newinrhino7.htm)
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# Privacy Policy
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/privacy-plain/
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Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/accounts/help/
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#
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/api/readme/
## Splash Screen Settings
With Rhino 7.39, 8.25, and the latest 9 WIP, the splash screen will make a web request to `rhino3d.com` to query a settings file named `settings.json`. Based on these settings, the splash screen decides whether to show the *News & Tips* section or swap it out with a carousel of images, each image associated with a web URL. Clicking on these images will open a browser and take the user to the associated URL. These settings can be adjusted independently by Rhino license type.
### Utility Commands
#### TestOverrideSplashSettings
To test splash settings before publishing to rhino3d.com, run `TestOverrideSplashSettings` in Rhino and choose your local `settings.json` file. To cancel the override, run the command again and cancel the file select dialog (or delete `Rhino.Splash.SettingsOverride` in Rhino advanced settings)
Once you have chosen a settings override file, you can keep running Rhino or `About` command in Rhino to open the splash screen and check your changes.
#### SplashCards
To opt out of seeing splash cards, use this command toggle off the cards. To cancel the override, run the command again and toggle cards back on (or delete `Rhino.Splash.ShowCards` in Rhino advanced settings)
### Settings File Layout
The overall JSON object for splash settings looks like this. It is fully empty in this example; therefore, the Rhino splash screen follows its predetermined default settings, matching current splash screen behavior.
```json
{
"$schema": "https://files.mcneel.com/schemas/splashSettings.schema.v1.json",
}
```
The `splashSettings.schema.v1.json` schema file linked in the `$schema` property of the JSON object helps discover auto-completion settings when editing the `settings.json` file in VS Code or other compatible JSON editors:
### Marcom Settings Layout
Marcom splash settings JSON object looks like this:
```json
{
"showNewsTips": false,
"showGettingStarted": false,
"cards": [
{
"uri": "https://www.rhino3d.com",
"image": "RhinoMarcom.png",
}
]
}
```
#### "showNewsTips"
This is the **News and Tips** list of links that currently shows up on the right side of the splash screen. Boolean value `"showNewsTips"` can be set to toggle this section. The default value is `true` to match existing splash screen behavior. When a carousel of marcom cards is defined, enabling `showNewsTips` will include **News and Tips** in the carousel, making it randomly show up when Rhino is launched.
#### "showGettingStarted"
This is the red banner that scrolls into view on the splash screen for evaluation licenses. Boolean value `"showGettingStarted"` can be set to toggle this banner. The default value is `true` to match existing splash screen behaviour.
### Marcom Settings By License
Marcom splash settings are set by the Rhino license on the main splash settings. Valid property values are:
- `marcom.default`: Default settings for any license type. This is overridden by more specific license types listed below.
- `marcom.beta`: Settings for beta licenses.
This includes Beta and BetaLab.
- `marcom.commercial`: Settings for commercial licenses.
This includes Commercial, Corporate, NFR, and NFRLab.
- `marcom.educational`: Settings for educational licenses.
This includes Educational and EducationalLab.
- `marcom.evaluation`: Settings for evaluation licenses.
This includes Evaluation and EvaluationTimed.
**Evaluation licenses can have finer adjustments by remaining days on the evaluation period**:
- `marcom.evaluation.half`: Only half the evaluation time remains.
- `marcom.evaluation.2week`: Only two more weeks of the evaluation time remain.
- `marcom.evaluation.1week`: Only one more week of the evaluation time remains.
- `marcom.evaluation.2day`: Only two more days of the evaluation time remain.
- `marcom.evaluation.1day`: Only one more day of the evaluation time remains.
Example of specifying Marcom splash settings for `commercial` and `beta` licenses independently:
```json
{
"$schema": "https://files.mcneel.com/schemas/splashSettings.schema.v1.json",
"marcom.commercial": {
"showNewsTips": true,
"cards": [ ... ]
},
"marcom.beta": {
"showNewsTips": false,
"cards": [ ... ]
}
}
```
### Marcom Cards
The `"cards"` property in the Marcom settings object defines a carousel of cards, each having its associated settings. Each card settings object looks like this:
```json
{
"uri": "https://www.rhino3d.com",
"image": "RhinoMarcomVideo.png",
"image.hover": "RhinoMarcomVideoHover.png",
"border.hover": 2,
"showLearnMore": false,
"showLearnMoreLabel": "Learn More..."
}
```
#### "uri"
This is the link that opens in a browser when the card (or **Learn More** button) is clicked. **This is a required property**.
#### "image" and "image.hover
This is a relative or absolute URI of the card image and **is a required property**. An optional `"image.hover"` is a relative or absolute URI of an image that is displayed when the mouse is hovering over the card.
#### "border.hover"
Sets the thickness of the border when the mouse is hovering over the image. Setting the value to `0` hides the border. This border is also disabled when `showLearnMore` is `true` since the button has its own hover behavior. Since it is graphically better to provide a hover image, the default border value is `0` to disable the hover border.
#### "showLearnMore" and "showLearnMoreLabel"
When set to `true`, a **Learn More** button is shown over the Marcom image. Clicking the button will open the associated URL. In this mode, full-image click and hover borders are disabled. Default value is `false` (therefore, full-image click with hover border)
When `"showLearnMore"` is set to true, the `"showLearnMoreLabel"` option is used to localize the learn more button label. Default value is *"Learn More ..."* in English.
#### One or More Cards
When more than one card is listed in the `cards` property, the splash screen will randomly choose one when opening:
```json
{
"cards": [
{
"uri": "https://www.rhino3d.com",
"image": "RhinoMarcomVideo.png",
"image.hover": "RhinoMarcomVideoHover.png",
"showLearnMore": false,
"border.hover": 2,
},
{
"uri": "https://www.rhino3d.com/8/new/",
"image": "RhinoMarcom.png"
}
]
}
```
### Troubleshooting
- If you have modified the `setting.json` file but the splash screen does not behave as expected, make sure you are using your custom settings file using the `TestOverrideSplashSettings` command.
- Make sure the JSON file does not have syntax errors. Using a code editor like Visual Studio Code makes this part very easy, and it shows all the syntax errors as well as providing auto-completion.
- If nothing else fixes the problem, contact `ehsan@mcneel.com`
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# Authorized RhinoFabStudio
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/authorized/rhino-fab-studio/
A RhinoFabStudio® (fabrication studio) is a digital workshop, certified by McNeel, with an array of Rhino and Rhino compatible software and computer controlled tools and training.
What is a RhinoFabStudio?
A [**RhinoFabStudio**](http://www.rhinofabstudio.com/)® (fabrication studio) is a digital workshop, certified by McNeel, with an array of Rhino and Rhino compatible software and computer-controlled tools and training. These tools cover the various leading-edge industrial methods and materials needed to design, analyze, and fabricate almost anything.
## Benefits
As an Authorized RhinoFabStudio, you will:
* Be recognized as a leading-edge provider of industrial-grade digital design, analysis, and fabrication expertise.
* Have all of your events and activities published to a worldwide audience.
* Have worldwide access to the specialty experts in every aspect of digital design, analysis, and fabrication.
* Have direct access to many of the digital design, analysis, and fabrication product development teams.
## Becoming an Authorized RhinoFabStudio
To become an Authorized RhinoFabStudio, fill out this [application](http://www.rhinofabstudio.com/page/download-the-application-1) and meet these requirements:
* Two years of Rhino modeling experience with [**Authorized Rhino Trainer**](https://www.rhino3d.com/authorized/rhino-trainer/) credentials.
* Completed Rhino + Grasshopper training with a McNeel staff trainer.
* Produced a video or written Rhino or Grasshopper tutorial (dealing with digital fabrication preferred). [See examples...](http://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/art_video)
* You or your employer owns an up-to-date Rhino license.
* Have the digital equipment needed to teach digital fabrication.
* Offer fabrication training and workshops.
* Offer lab time to students and professionals.
* Be a contributing member of the [**RhinoFabStudio community**](http://www.rhinofabstudio.com/).
* Mention that you're an Authorized RhinoFabStudio on your website.
## After Approval
Once you are approved:
* You can login and post your RhinoFabStudio events on the RhinoFabStudio event schedule.
* Your details and event schedule will be posted on the Rhino News Blog.
* Your event schedule will be announced in the RhinoFabStudio News e-mails monthly.
## Questions?
Contact:
**United States** except
FL, GA, NC, and SC
[**Jody MILLS**](mailto:jody@mcneel.com)
[McNeel North America](/mcneel/about/)
(206) 634-4571
**Latin America** plus
FL, GA, NC, and SC
[**Jackie NASSER**](mailto:jackie@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Latin America](/mcneel/about/)
(305) 513-4445
**Europe**, Middle East, and Africa
[**Carlos PÉREZ**](mailto:carlos@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Europe](/mcneel/about/)
ph: +34 93 319 90 02
**China**, Hong Kong, and Taiwan
[**Yoko KADOTANI**](mailto:yoko@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Asia](/mcneel/about/)
ph: +886-928125562
**South Asia**
[**WK LIM**](mailto:wk.lim@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Asia](/mcneel/about/)
ph: +6-012-395-2128
**Korea**
[**Miky TACK**](mailto:miky@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Korea](/mcneel/about/)
ph: +82-70-4800-1441
**Japan**
[**Seiji ONAI**](mailto:onai@applicraft.com)
[Applicraft](http://www.applicraft.com/)
ph: +81-3-6825-8431
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# Becoming an Authorized Rhino Trainer
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/authorized/rhino-trainer/
Authorized Rhino Trainers (ART) are recognized as technical experts who have completed the requirements to provide official Rhino training.
Authorized Rhino Trainers (ART) are technical experts who have completed the requirements to provide official Rhino training. By earning this ART authorization, they join an exclusive network of instructors who stand out through the high-quality instruction and authorization from their regional McNeel office. With this authorization, instructors have a competitive advantage by posting classes to the Rhino training page and being listed on the web site under Custom Training. They may also have access to additional ART training and webinars offered by each region.
## Requirements
* Two years Rhino modeling experience.
* Complete the training/testing required by your region. See [additional requirements for your region](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/art_requirements).
* Produce a video or written Rhino tutorial. [See examples...](http://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/art_video)
* You or your employer owns an up-to-date Rhino license.
* Complete the application.
## Application Requirements
* Complete all the requirements for your region. See [additional requirements for your region](https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/art_requirements).
* Fill out this [application](http://my.mcneel.com/apply/art_application.asp).
## After Approval
Once you have met all the requirements and been approved:
* You'll have access to post your training sessions to [Rhino web page for Training](https://www.rhino3d.com/training).
* You can provide training at an [Authorized Rhino Training Center](/authorized/rhino-training-center).
* You can offer custom training. Your details will be posted on the [Rhino On-Site Training web page](http://www2.mcneel.com/training/results_by_site.asp?SiteOffersCustomTraining=1&ProductID=1&SiteOffersFreeEduTraining=-1&show_by=site).
## Questions?
Contact:
**United States** except
FL, GA, NC, and SC
[**Jody MILLS**](mailto:jody@mcneel.com)
[McNeel North America](/mcneel/about/)
(206) 634-4571
**Latin America** plus
FL, GA, NC, and SC
[**Jackie NASSER**](mailto:jackie@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Latin America](/mcneel/about/)
(305) 513-4445
**Europe**, Middle East, and Africa
[**Carlos PÉREZ**](mailto:carlos@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Europe](/mcneel/about/)
ph: +34 93 319 90 02
**China**, Hong Kong, and Taiwan
[**Yoko KADOTANI**](mailto:yoko@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Asia](/mcneel/about/)
ph: +886-928125562
**South Asia**
[**WK LIM**](mailto:wk.lim@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Asia](/mcneel/about/)
ph: +6-012-395-2128
**Korea**
[**Miky TACK**](mailto:miky@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Korea](/mcneel/about/)
ph: +82-70-4800-1441
**Japan**
[**Seiji ONAI**](mailto:onai@applicraft.com)
[Applicraft](http://www.applicraft.com/)
ph: +81-3-6825-8431
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# Becoming an Authorized Rhino Training Center
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/authorized/rhino-training-center/
Authorized Rhino Training Centers have been certified by McNeel to provide high-quality training experiences.
To become an Authorized Rhino Training Center, fill out this [**application**](http://my.mcneel.com/apply/artc_application.asp) and meet these requirements.
## Requirements
* Have an [**Authorized Rhino Trainer**](/authorized/rhino-trainer) on staff at the training center location.
* Have a Rhino training web page.
* Provide scheduled training to commercial users.
## Application
* Fill out this [**application**](http://my.mcneel.com/apply/artc_application.asp).
* We will review it and get back to you in a few days.
## After Approval
Once you are approved:
* You can login and post your Rhino class schedule.
* Your details and training schedule will be automatically posted on the Rhino Training web site.
* Your Rhino training schedule will be announced in the Rhino Training News emails monthly.
* Option to Purchase a Rhino 30 User Educational Lab License at EDU pricing
* Suggestion: Offer open spaces in your training to teachers and students.
## Questions?
Contact:
**United States** except
FL, GA, NC, and SC
[**Jody MILLS**](mailto:jody@mcneel.com)
[McNeel North America](/mcneel/about/)
(206) 634-4571
**Latin America** plus
FL, GA, NC, and SC
[**Jackie NASSER**](mailto:jackie@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Latin America](/mcneel/about/)
(305) 513-4445
**Europe**, Middle East, and Africa
[**Carlos PÉREZ**](mailto:carlos@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Europe](/mcneel/about/)
ph: +34 93 319 90 02
**China**, Hong Kong, and Taiwan
[**Yoko KADOTANI**](mailto:yoko@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Asia](/mcneel/about/)
ph: +886-928125562
**South Asia**
[**WK LIM**](mailto:wk.lim@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Asia](/mcneel/about/)
ph: +6-012-395-2128
**Korea**
[**Miky TACK**](mailto:miky@mcneel.com)
[McNeel Korea](/mcneel/about/)
ph: +82-70-4800-1441
**Japan**
[**Seiji ONAI**](mailto:onai@applicraft.com)
[Applicraft](http://www.applicraft.com/)
ph: +81-3-6825-8431
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# Brazil End of Life
Source: https://www.rhino3d.com/en/discontinued-products/brazil/
On Aug 17, 2023, Brazil was discontinued.
Aug 17, 2023
Brazil has been replaced by the new advanced renderer built into Rhino 8.
Rhino 8 includes many modern advances such as: