HOOPS Exchange Documentation
The HOOPS Exchange SDK is a set of C software libraries that enable development teams to quickly add reliable 3D CAD import and export capabilities to their applications. This allows access to a broad range of data, including the exact geometrical representation of your model, 3D tolerances and markups, model tree, views, metadata, visualization, and more, agnostically.
HOOPS Exchange provides access to a variety of mechanical CAD formats such as CATIA, NX, Creo, SOLIDWORKS, Inventor, and Solid Edge, as well as CAD standards like JT, STEP, STL, IGES, and AEC formats, like Revit, IFC, and DWG.
Export to popular formats such as JT, STEP, STL, FBX and more.
Getting Started
Prerequisites and quickstart walkthrough for new developers
Platforms and Formats
Information about supported platforms and file formats
Tutorials
How to build real-world applications
Programming Guide
Complete guide to HOOPS Exchange concepts
API Reference
Detailed information about HOOPS Exchange API
Additional Resources
Stay up to date with the latest changes and improvements