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1. Launch ideaMaker
2. Click "Import Models"
3. Select your STL file(s)*
4. Click on each model and ensure there are no errors listed in the bottom right for each model
   1. Errors will be identified by a color change in the models
      1. White means good to go
      2. Red is warning that the model may have an issue printing
         1. If you run into errors, we recommend returning to your source file within Rhino to correct the problem
         2. We won't print an .idea file with red/warning models
5. Verify the scale
   1. Scaling models will always be on the submitter
6. Orientate your models
   1. We are looking for a stable footprint to start the print
   2. For example, a side that is flat or without major details should be face-down
   3. The technology lab will use additional support pillars to ensure a successful print when doing something like a Sphere or more unconventional shapes
7. When you're done adding and orientation parts
   1. Select "File"
   2. Click "Save Idea File As"
      1. Make sure to use the naming syntax available on our wiki**
8. Now you're ready to submit your file(s)!

*If you get a warning stating your file is in millimeters when it should be in inches or vice-versa, click "Yes" to allow the software to make that change. STL 'part' files do not have the unit type embedded into the file, only the values. so, while it sees a 10x8x5, it doesn't know if that is in millimeters or inches.

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