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ProE Tip of the Week: STEP Export in ColorUse this config.pro option to add color to your STEP files!

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STEP file export in color - Step #1: By default, Pro does not export color for STEP files. You must add the following option to your config.pro file > step_export_format ap214_xx

There are a few ap214_ options you can choose from. Use the one that matches your application:

(Explanation from http://learningexchange.ptc.com/tutorial/101/exporting-a-creo-elements-pro-part-or-assembly-into-a-step-file) • ap214_cd : Exports the drawing using the AP214CD2 STEP application protocol and conformance class.• ap214_dis: Exports the drawing using the AP214DIS STEP application protocol and conformance class.• ap214_is: Exports the 3D model using the AP214IS STEP application protocol and conformance class.

• Supports the exchange of nongeometric data and graphical annotations. (material name / density / user defined parameters)

See below for options

Note: The color must be assigned to parts – not assembly components.