Importing 3ds files into Maya

roboy

I've searched the forum but couldn't find anything about it which is strange or perhaps it's just silly question!

I was wondering if it was at all possible, to import 3ds files into Maya? I use Maya 2013 on OSX.

Google search goes to bonus tools which hasn't given me any luck

If any of you have come across this and found a way to do it - I'd appreciate if you can share!

JohnnyRaptor

edit: nm, should learn to read better...

MethodJ

When I've done it, I had to use Max, couldn't find another way easily. Download it from Autodesk, I think there is a 30 day trial. Or do the free educational version.

DireWolf

You can download a standalone FBX converter from Autodesk. It's not that reliable but worth a try. Had a few 3DS files the the converter couldn't convert myself...

GlowingPotato

FBX.

FBX is a proprietary file extension from Autodesk, You can use to transfer data between many 3D softwares from autodesk, including Maya and Max.

With FBX you can import/export textures, models, animations, lights, camera and a couple of other stuff.

roboy

Thanks for getting in touch guys - had to bootcamp it and get 3ds Max.

Had a few problems as I didn't have V-ray but I think I sorta got the result I wanted.

Thanks again!