UltiMaker Cura allows the loading of 3D models of various file types in different ways. Project files containing 3D models can also be loaded easily.
Tip: The shortcut to open files in UltiMaker Cura is Ctrl+O on Windows or ⌘+O on Mac.
Open files with the menu
- Open file button. Click the folder icon (Open file) button in the top left corner while in the Prepare stage in UltiMaker Cura.
- Open file menu. Click File → Open File(s)... from the UltiMaker Cura menu in the top left corner of the screen.
The file browser of your operating system opens. Select the 3D model(s) you would like to load and click Open. You can select multiple models using Ctrl, ⌘, or Shift (depending on your operating system).
Tip: If you use the UltiMaker Digital Factory and you are signed in, the Open file options described above let you choose whether to open files from your computer, or from the Digital Library. Learn more about projects in the Digital Library here.
Open most recent files
Click 'File → Open Recent' from the UltiMaker Cura menu in the top left corner to quickly load any recently loaded files.
Note: Ultimaker Cura project files (.3mf) contain 3D models that can be loaded without opening the complete project file.
Drag onto build plate
It is also possible to select the file you want to open on your computer, and simply drag it onto the build plate in UltiMaker Cura.
Supported file types
UltiMaker Cura supports a wide variety of 3D and even 2D files. Check the complete overview here:
UltiMaker Cura supported file types.
