> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.d5render.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.d5render.com/getting-started/d5-workflow/model-connection.md).

# Model Connection

> Project inspiration in this doc: Koala Heaven
>
> Architect: Mart Studio (<https://www.martstudio.de/> )
>
> Visualization: LINK

<mark style="background-color:green;">Watch the tutorial:</mark>  [<mark style="background-color:green;">Architecture Design Workflow Tutorial EP.01 | Model Connection | D5 Render</mark>](https://youtu.be/x0HlZF0Zq5A?si=X7aNu8fcgzeBbn-P)

D5 Render provides two ways to connect with models: livesync plugins and direct file import options.

### Direct file import

Click the “Import” button on the top toolbar to import models.

D5 Render can directly read .skp / .fbx / .3dm / .abc / .d5a files.

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### LiveSync with DCC software

Livesync plugins instantly mirror model changes into D5, making them a top pick for designers who often update their work and want to see their designs come to life in a very realistic setting.

D5 Render supports live sync with 3ds Max, Archicad, Blender, Cinema 4D, Rhino, Revit, SketchUp, and VectorWorks.

*<mark style="background-color:green;">\*Watch our workflow tutorials:</mark>*  [*<mark style="background-color:green;">3ds Max</mark>*](https://youtu.be/-5O8rI0R1Jo?si=_TYsRjFsI5B-8JCy)*<mark style="background-color:green;">,</mark>* [*<mark style="background-color:green;">Blender</mark>*](https://youtu.be/Cv5wi5P5d7M?si=-HY4aYs86-O4n891)*<mark style="background-color:green;">,</mark>* [*<mark style="background-color:green;">Rhino</mark>*](https://youtu.be/SwvdVZE0e7o?si=EIEJLmxml9JF3aeB)*<mark style="background-color:green;">,</mark>* [*<mark style="background-color:green;">Revit</mark>*](https://youtu.be/K_PUGlGCSwA?si=ZpmW_k6JZK9leD1X)*<mark style="background-color:green;">,</mark>* [*<mark style="background-color:green;">SketchUp</mark>*](https://youtu.be/UpRr70m5-us?si=dNTBlZ1QyBe8V5-C) *<mark style="background-color:green;">(More tutorials are coming)</mark>*

#### - Download and Install Plugins

You can download livesync plugins from[ www.d5render.com/download](http://www.d5render.com/download) or from the “Workflow” page in the D5 client.