New Release v2.3.0

Updates

Patch Release 2.3.0.93 (Dec, 13):

• Web Version:

  • Mesh Healer tool is now available, with a caveat regarding memory limitations in 2GB environments.
  • Import .STP/.STEP files now support independent sub-objects, avoiding merging in one scene.

  Error Handling:

  • Resolved an erroneous error message when opening multiple files with non-manifoldness issues; the affected file is now correctly added to the Recent list.

  Mesh Healer Tool:

  • Resolves most short edges during decimation.
  • Now includes the ability to save object texture and colors.
  • Improved functionality to find small holes instead of focusing solely on big ones.

  Fill Holes Tool:

  • Redesigned with Fill Holes and Make Bridge tabs separated for a more intuitive experience.

  Align Manually Tool:

  • Added ICP properties for enhanced editing capabilities.

  Brush Tool:

  • Added Laplacian mode.

  Mesh Inspector Tool:

  • Recalculates only the marked fields for increased efficiency.

  Fill Holes:

  • Introduced Current Hole Metrics for better hole analysis.

  Graph Cut Segment Tool:

  • Renamed into Select Region and includes improved history tracking.

  Face Selector:

  • No longer closes on triangles deletion, enhancing user experience.

  Other Enhancements:

  • Various UI/UX improvements for a more user-friendly interface.
  • Stability improvements to ensure a smoother overall experience.

Patch Release 2.3.0.66 (Dec, 7):

• Addressed Small Holes: Implemented a solution eliminating small holes in the mesh after Point Cloud Triangulation.
• Redesigned Dialogs: Enhanced the design of the Fill Holes and Segment Mesh dialogs for a more intuitive user experience.
• Curvature Preferences Integration: Incorporated Curvature Preferences choice in Face/Edge Selector, Segment Mesh, and Graph Cut Segment for improved control.
• Refined Crease Selection: Upgraded the Select Creases by Angle and Align Manually features for more accurate and efficient mesh manipulation.
• Mesh Inspector Tool Upgrade:
  • Color-coded Issues: Mesh Inspector tool now displays different mesh issues in distinct colors for easier identification.
  • Performance Optimizations: Implemented optimizations to enhance the tool’s performance.
• Streamlined Object Selection. Added a convenient button to select all subtree under root objects, improving workflow efficiency.
• MacOS Touchpad Fix: Resolved the issue of object disappearance when scrolling using the touchpad on MacOS.
• Distance Compare Tool Fix: Rectified image display problems in PDF reports generated by the Distance Compare tool.
• General UI/UX and Stability Enhancements: Various improvements have been made to enhance the overall user interface, user experience, and system stability.

2.3.0:

• MeshHealer Upgrade. Now, MeshHealer not only fixes mesh issues but also reduces size while keeping the shape intact by default. You can adjust this in the “Advanced” tab.
• Brush Tool. Use your mouse like a brush to smooth, add, or remove faces.
• Extrude. Easily extend or create new parts of a mesh by pushing or pulling surfaces.
• Advanced Segment Tool. Try the new “Graph Cut Segment” tool for complex mesh segmentation cases.
• Flip Normals Tool. New tool for point clouds.
• Fine-Tune Normals. Adjust the radius or orientation for better results.
• Help Button. Find video tutorials easily with the new help button in each tool.
• Bug Fixes and UI Improvements. We fixed some issues and made the interface better.