# Export Model from SolidWorks

1.  Ensure that the model contains an Exploded View. The exploded view should step through the desired assembly steps. 

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2. &#x20;Click on the Gear  ![](https://2704613365-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FxYaaXoZ4YGbVdAnAhdcE%2Fuploads%2FG07w7ttufLgAi9sa6ls0%2Fimage100.png?alt=media\&token=096d8944-dc84-4f2e-9f0a-6c444f393923) icon in the top toolbar and select Add-Ins...

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3. &#x20;Make sure SOLIDWORKS XR Exporter is checked

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4. &#x20;Save the model and set “Save as type” to Extended Reality Binary (\*.glb)

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5. &#x20;Click on Options and make sure Export Exploded View is selected.

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