GLTF 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.
Supports
1. GLB support.
2. Support mesh instancing and node merging feature.
3. Supports Navisworks Manage & Navisworks Simulate Applications.
4. Supports face level colors and face level transparency.
Default Tessellation Quality
Default compression which helps to reduce the file size as much as possible.
Additional Features
1. An option is provided to control the file size and quality by specifying the precision value.
2. glTF version 2.0 supported .
3. Increasing precision value will increase the fineness and accuracy of the model as well as the file size.
4. Control the visibility of elements.
5. Quantization and compression.
Additional
Info.
GLTF Exporter for Navisworks Version History
- Added support for Navisworks version 2027.
- Added Point cloud, Export Unit and Properties (Default & Custom) Features.
Enhancement:
- Supports Navisworks 2024, 2025 & 2026
Enhancement:
- Export Hidden feature
- Reset feature
- Preview image
- Open Exported File Location.
- Crash Reporter
- glTF format 2.0 supported
- GLB Support
- Supports Navisworks 2023
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Navisworks file types does ProtoTech’s GLTF Exporter support?
ProtoTech’s GLTF Exporter supports models opened in Autodesk Navisworks from NWD, NWF, and NWC files.
Which formats can the GLTF Exporter for Navisworks create?
The exporter supports glTF 2.0 and GLB output for compatible 3D applications and viewers.
Can a glTF model exported from Navisworks be viewed online?
Does the GLTF Exporter preserve face-level colors?
Yes. It supports face-level colors and transparency to retain important visual information.
Does the GLTF Exporter support mesh instancing?
Yes. Mesh instancing and node-merging options can improve structure and efficiency in the exported model.
Can I control glTF mesh quality during export?
Yes. Mesh-quality and precision settings help balance accuracy, rendering performance, and file size.
Does the GLTF Exporter support compression?
Yes. Quantization and compression options help optimize the model for faster transfer and rendering.
Can I control element visibility in the glTF export?
Can hidden Navisworks elements be exported to glTF?
Yes. The exporter provides an option to include hidden elements when required.
Is a free trial available for GLTF 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 GLTF Exporter?
ProtoTech’s GLTF Exporter is updated for the latest supported Autodesk Navisworks versions (2024–2027).
Which operating systems are supported by ProtoTech’s GLTF Exporter for Autodesk Navisworks?
Yes. The plugin supports compatible Autodesk Navisworks installations on Windows 10 and Windows 11.
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