Knowledge Base Article - Instructions for Saving Your File

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1. Create a closed object
2. Convert the closed surface model into a solid object
3. Assure surfaces have no gaps (trim etc.);
4. Normals of each surface are set pointing away from the object.
5. Verify the scale and units of the CAD model are as desired
        o Simple or small CAD files create .stl files that may be around 500 KB in size.
        o Complex models with best quality .stl files may range from 4-12MB in size.
6. Open and review the file in Solid View or similar third party viewer. Compare to the images. Save when comparable to BEST.
7. Zip up files for transfer, Upload to Planet Proto.