Models Manager – the utility for organisation of 3d models and work with them in 3ds Max.
The organization system allows the to keep references to the same folder in different catalogs.
For more convenient job with libraries, all information is presented in the thumbnails view.
You can render thumbnails for 3d models.
Much of a job with the utility is based at the most simple method – drag & drop.
In the same way you can quickly and easily – by dragging folders from Windows Explorer to the navigation panel of the Models Manager.
| 3ds max compatibility | 3ds Max 2016-2025 |
|---|---|
| Supported renderer | Any |
| Limitation for Demo | Work with limited number of the files. |
It is simple!
Select multiple folders in Windows Explorer and drag them on “Project Manager” treeview panel.
Of course!
Use the filter button on the panel.
You can hide file types from the list on the “Models” and “Textures” tabs.
The way this option works varies slightly on these tabs.
On the Models tab, this option applies to all folders. Also on the Models tab, you can add new file types that will be displayed in the default list. To disable any filters for models, click on the button.
On the Textures tab, you can only turn on/off file types from the list, which only affects the active folder. This filter is saved and will be applied the next time as well.
There are a few options to keep a hierarchy for an animated model:
Hold the SHIFT key when dragging a model.
Let’s talk about how to set up a studio for rendering previews for 3d models with a reference model in the Project Manager.
Open your studio and insert the desired model used as a reference.
The reference model should be located inside the “SceneDummy” object.
Move SceneDummy’s pivot point to specify the position of the model on rendering preview.
Open the “Render Thumbnails Preferences” and turn on the checkbox “Use custom studio” and “Fit view”
Turn of the “Fit to Dummy” checkbox.
Use the tool “Export/Import Settings” for exporting the settings before reinstalling the 3ds Max or Windows.
Or for transferring them to another computer.
- Before restoring settings you should close the plugin using the menu “File” => “Exit”
- Don’t miss to turn on all desired settings to import. Some settings, such as database, by default, are ignored
By default the settings are placed in this directory:
%USERPROFILE%\AppData\Local\Autodesk\3dsMax\20XX – 64bit\ENU\scripts\Kstudio\ProjectManager_3\Settings\
About upgrading a database from 2nd to 3rd version please read the next article:
https://3d-kstudio.com/support/faq/#21770
You must be logged in to download the full version. * Applicable to official customers only
Insert the activation key received in the letter and click the button “Apply License”
Note: Internet connection is required to use activation keys If you have a problem with this activation type, use the second method - using identification file
Press the button "Generate identification file"
Upload identification file to dashboard
Download the license key
Press the button "Apply License" and
Choose the downloaded license key 
This instruction applicable only for Project ManagerI recommend paying attention to utilities such as PsExec and PowerShell – with their help you can install the 3dsMax plug-ins and apply the license keys in a batch mode. Using:
You can use a single identification file to obtain licenses for various plugins. For instance, you can generate an identification file for Project Manager and use it also in the slot for generating a license for Spline Flow
How to Distinguish Between the Full and the Demo Version You Downloaded and Installed?
To determine if you have downloaded and installed the full version or the demo version, here are some key points to consider:
1. Activation: The demo version cannot be activated. If you have downloaded the demo version, activation will not be possible.
2. File Name: The archive containing the demo version will include the word "Demo" in its name.
3. Installation and Launch: During installation or when launching the plugin, the demo version will display the word "Demo" next to the logo.
4. Full Version: If there is no "Demo" label on the logo, but you see the "Demo" label over files, it means you have the full version which requires a license key for activation.
Note: Please use the latest updates for your version of 3ds Max 3ds Max Updates & Service Packs
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