FBX is an interoperability file format developed by Autodesk for exchange between applications such as Maya, MotionBuilder, Mudbox, and 3ds Max. It also provides support for certain third-party and proprietary applications. With FBX, files are more seamlessly transferred, more data is retained, and workflows are more efficient.

You can import FBX files into Showcase in several ways:

• From the Open/Create Scene dialog box. (Autodesk recommends this method.)
• By selecting File > Import > Import Models.
• By dragging the file into Showcase.

In all cases, the Import FBX File dialog box opens.

Showcase detects the Up-Axis and Unit properties of the file and displays them in the information box.

Select which elements (if applicable) of the FBX file you want to import:

• Models: For example, to import an object created in 3ds Max.
• Animations: To apply keyframed animations to objects in the scene; see FBX animation import.
• Cameras: To create shots in your scene; if you select this, expand Shot Import Options to select which cameras to import. See Create shots from an FBX file.