Getting Started

This chapter provides an overview guide for SHINING3D Inspect 2026 V1.5.0.7, making it easy for you to find the corresponding instructions.

• You can learn about the software here, including its functions, installation and so on.

  Introduction to the software

  Environmental requirements for the installation

  Introduction to the interface

After installation, follow the steps below to use the software:

• Create a project

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  Generally, after opening the software for the first time, it will automatically create a new project and you need to import reference models and measured models.

  How to import models?

• Align models

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  Before comparing models and creating features, you need to align models first.
  Six alignment tools are listed as follows: Best Fit Alignment, Transform Alignment, Local Alignment, Matrix Alignment, Manual Alignment and Datum Alignment.

  How to align models?

• Compare models (Optional)

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  How to compare models?

• Create features

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  How to create features directly?
  How to create features with assisted tools?

• Measure the model

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  How to measure the distance or angle?
  How to operate GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing) inspection?

• Use the simulated caliper

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  How to measure with the simulated caliper?

• Generate the report

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  How to generate inspection reports?

• Use Auto Inspector

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  How to use the Auto Inspector?