1 .. |import.icon| image:: images/import.png
6 The Import feature allows importing an external file into a current study.
8 It is possible to import files in the following formats: BREP, STEP, IGES, XAO. To import a file into active part:
10 #. select in the Main Menu *Part - > Import* item or
11 #. click |import.icon| **Import** button in the toolbar.
13 The following property panel will be opened:
15 .. image:: images/Import_panel.png
19 **Import property panel**
21 In this panel it is possible to enter a file name directly or press **'...'** button and browse it with help of import file dialog box:
23 .. image:: images/OpenFileDlg.png
27 **Import file dialog box**
29 **Apply** button imports the file.
31 **Cancel** button cancels the operation.
35 .. py:function:: model.addImport(Part_doc, FileNameString)
37 :param part: The current part object
38 :param string: A file name string.
43 The Result of the operation depends on the imported file content.
45 .. image:: images/FileImported.png
51 **See Also** a sample TUI Script of :ref:`tui_import_file` operation.