WebGL Exporter
for Navisworks
Compatibility
- Operating System: Windows 10 and Windows 11 Only.
- Platforms: Navisworks versions 2024–2027.
Note
- Mac Compatibility: This plugin is not currently compatible with Mac OS.
- Plugin Updates: All updates for the first year are free. The plugin license is perpetual. After the first year, if you need updates or support, you’ll need to purchase a renewal.
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Trial
- Free trial of 30 exports for 15 days is available.
- License key is not required for a free trial.
- Full-featured trial version is available.
One Machine
Single Machine Locked License
- Single license can be activated on one machine.
- This license can not be released/moved on other machine.
- If machine/hardware (e.g motherboard, processor etc.) is changed then standalone license won’t work. User need to purchase new license.
Two Machine
Two Machine Locked License, by the Same User
- Two licenses will be provided and can be activated on two different machines at a time, by the same user
- This license can not be released/moved on other machine.
- If machine/hardware (e.g motherboard, processor etc.) is changed then standalone license won’t work. User need to purchase new license.
Single Floating
Single Floating License
- One license can be used on multiple machines. But on one machine at a time.
- User can release license from one machine and activate on another machine. User will always need internet connection during release and activation.
- To change hardware: User can release license from current machine and then activate same license on same machine after changing hardware.
Automation
Automation Licence
- Automation License enables programmatic export via plugin API
- Function can be called within the same host application
- No user intervention or GUI required for export
- Supports C++ or C# based integration
- Standard input parameters drive automated export process
- Seamless file export experience for end users
- Output is generated directly for downstream workflows
- Standard input parameters drive automated export process
Features
Mesh Quality
Control to adjust mesh quality from preferences dialog.
Navisworks support
Navisworks Manage & Navisworks Simulate Applications.
Exports
1. Model assembly tree with 3D model.
2. 3D data in template.
Supports
1. Supports face level colors.
2. Option to control the file size and quality by specifying the precision value.
3. Integrate your exported 3D model in the web page.
4. Default compression which helps to reduce the file size as much as possible.
Additional
Info.
WebGL Exporter for Navisworks Version History
- Added 2027 support.
- Added Swap/Flip.
- Added Rotation.
- Added Scaling.
- Added Point Cloud Support.
- Updated the About dialog with an improved user interface.
Enhancement:
- Added 2026 support.
Enhancement:
- Added 2025 support.
Enhancement:
- Resolved Licensing issue.
Enhancement:
- Smart update functionality.
- Added support to Navisworks 2021 version.
- Added 'Export Hidden Entity' option.
Fixed:
- Issues in license mechanism
Enhancement:
- Upgraded licensing system.
- Added support to Navisworks 2020.
Enhancement:
- Upgraded licensing system.
Enhancement:
- Upgraded licensing system.
Enhancement:
- Added support for Autodesk Navisworks 2019.
Fixed:
- Cancel button doesn't work on the export progress bar.
- Application crashes while empty file is exported.
Enhancement:
- Improved traversing time and reduced HTML file size.
Fixed:
- Some entities were missing in the exported HTML file.
- Duplicate tessellation data was written in HTML for some entities.
Fixed:
- Added support for Navisworks 2018.
Enhancement:
- Supports HTML templates.
- WebGL models will get automatically embedded in selected template.
- Implemented new model query method to allow exporting large models.
- Enhancement: Added support for Navisworks 2017.
Enhancement:
- Supported Navisworks version 2016.
Fixed:
- Fixed issue with license activation.
- You can now export selected entities only. Can be a huge time saver!
Please note: Existing customers who have already activated the product will have to contact our support to request for a key for reactivation after installing this update.
Enhancement:
- Added option to include navigation control buttons (rotate, zoom, pan) buttons to the exported model.
Fixed:
- Fixed issue with license activation.
Fixed:
- User who has different local settings (e.g. comma character as decimal separator) can now export valid WebGL files.
Enhancement:
- Supports exporting Solid bodies.
- Supports face level colors and body level colors.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Navisworks file types does ProtoTech’s WebGL Exporter support?
ProtoTech’s WebGL Exporter supports models opened in Autodesk Navisworks from NWD, NWF, and NWC files.
Can a Navisworks model be viewed in a browser after WebGL export?
Yes. The exported model can be viewed in a WebGL-capable browser without installing Navisworks.
Can I embed the exported Navisworks model on a website?
Yes. The WebGL output can be integrated into a web page for online product, project, or BIM visualization.
Does the WebGL export include the Navisworks model assembly tree?
Yes. The exporter can include the model assembly tree with the 3D model for structured navigation.
Can I use an HTML template with the WebGL Exporter?
Yes. The exported 3D model can be embedded into a selected HTML template.
Does WebGL Exporter preserve face-level colors?
Yes. The exporter supports face-level colors to retain important visual distinctions from the Navisworks model.
Can I control WebGL model quality during export?
Yes. Precision and mesh-quality options help balance model detail, performance, and output size.
Can I export only selected Navisworks elements to WebGL?
Yes. Selected-element export can reduce processing time and publish only the required model content.
Can hidden elements be exported to WebGL?
Yes. The exporter includes an option to control whether hidden entities are included.
Is a free trial available for the WebGL Exporter for Navisworks?
Yes. The trial activates automatically after installation and includes 30 exports for 15 days, with no license key required.
Which Autodesk Navisworks versions support the WebGL Exporter?
ProtoTech’s WebGL Exporter is updated for the latest supported Autodesk Navisworks versions (2023–2026).
Which operating systems are supported by ProtoTech’s WebGL Exporter for Autodesk Navisworks?
The plugin is designed for supported Autodesk Navisworks installations on Windows 10 and Windows 11.
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