IFC and File Imports

How to upload files directly to Speckle

Supported file formats: IFC, STL & OBJ.

Speckle currently supports versions: . The connector works on only.

Our file import feature makes it easy for you to drag and drop files directly into your Speckle project. Use the file import method when:

• you want IFC data in Speckle format
• there is no Speckle connector available for your app
• you can’t or don’t want to open a desktop software to view a model in your browser
• you have a file from a collaborator who isn’t using Speckle.

IFC and file uploads is a beta functionality currently in development

Getting Started

1. Create a new project

   You will see a prompt to upload a file or publish from a connector.

   
2. Drag and drop your file

   Drag and drop the file on the project to initiate the upload, a new model will be created with the file name.

   
3. Upload new versions

   Use the dropdown menu on the model to upload new versions.

   

General FAQ

Please note, file downloads are currently not possible.

Will you support other formats for direct upload?

We are currently limited to open-source formats because of licensing restrictions. If there are other formats you would like to see supported, please let us know.

My file is too large to upload

The limits on file uploads are currently 100MB for all plans and all formats.

I have uploaded a file but it's not visible or still processing.

We use a queue system to process files, so it can take awhile to generate the Speckle model after you upload your file. If you do not see your model after a long time, this may be caused by faulty items inside your file. Please report your problem in our Community Forum and include the following information:

• Your file type and version (if applicable)
• Your failed file (if possible)

IFC FAQ

Will you support IFC versions other than IFC2x3, IFC4 & IFC4x3?

We currently support whatever formats the web-ifc project supports which Speckle uses under the hood.

Why are some objects missing in my IFC file?

2D types such as IfcAnnotation are not supported currently.

Are objects uploaded with their type properties?

Yes, IFC uploaded objects include element type properties.

Why are the units different in my uploaded IFC model?

To handle unit compatibility with other Speckle models, all uploaded IFC models are converted to meters.