# Stratasys GrabCAD Print Pro 1.107 – Plugin Collection

This pack contain these plugins:

1. **Encase in a Clear Block** – wrap selected models in a clear block for printing (PolyJet Only).
2. **Arrange Models** – linear pattern (rows/columns) and align selected models.
3. **Productivity Tools** – quick tools: **Reload**, **Replace**, **Fill Tray**, **Get Volume**.
4. **Custom Estimates** – generate FDM estimates with custom columns and copy values into clipboard (FDM Only).

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## Install

> You’ll need Windows admin rights to write to `Program Files`.

1. **Close** GrabCAD Print / GrabCAD Print Pro.
2. **Unzip** the archive into:

   ```
   C:\Program Files\Stratasys\GrabCADPrint\Plugins\
   ```

   After extraction you should have something like:

   ```
   C:\Program Files\Stratasys\GrabCADPrint\Plugins\
     ├─ copy_estimates_to_clipboard\
     │   ├─ main.js
     │   └─ ...
     ├─ encase_in_a_clear_block_plugin\
     │   ├─ main.js
     │   └─ ...
     ├─ extra_utilities\
     │   ├─ main.js
     │   └─ ...
     └─ linear_pattern\
         ├─ main.js
         └─ ...
   ```
  
    > **Note**: starting with **GrabCAD Print Pro 1.109** you can use "%LOCALAPPDATA%/Stratasys/GrabCADPrint/Plugins" to place the plugins (this path does not require Admin privileges).

   > If Windows flags the ZIP as downloaded from the internet, right-click the ZIP → **Properties** → **Unblock** → **OK** before unzipping.

3. **Launch** GrabCAD Print Pro.

You’ll find the plugins on right side panel.

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## Usage (quick overview)

### Encase in a Clear Block (PolyJet Only)
- Make sure PolyJet printer is selected and VeroClear material is loaded.
- Select one or more models.
- Choose block parameters (shape and clearance) and apply.
- Optionally, you can uncheck "Create Assembly" checkbox - that will allow you to add more parts inside the box then create Assembly manually, before sending it to the print.

### Arrange Models
- Select models to arrange (unselected models stay put).
- **Pattern**: create linear rows/columns with spacing and instance counts.  
- **Align**: align by edges, centers, or axes.  
- Apply and review the new layout.

### Productivity Tools
- **Reload** – reload model geometry from source.
- **Replace** – swap a selected model with another file, preserving transform where possible.
- **Fill Tray** – duplicate the selected model to fill available tray space (uses current spacing rules).
- **Arrange Selected** - when models are spread all over tray, you can group them close with one click.
- **Get Volume** - ability to see the volume of the model on the tray BEFORE slicing or splitting, in order to estimate weight.

### Custom Estimates (FDM Only)
- Make sure FDM printer is selected.
- Generate FDM per-part estimates using custom columns and copy the values into clipboard, to be reused in other applications.

> Note: Some commands may be unavailable for specific technologies (e.g., SAF) depending on workflow rules.

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## Important Responsibility Notice

**Disclaimer**. These plugins and its features are provided **“AS IS”** and **“AS AVAILABLE”** without warranties of any kind. It is the **user’s responsibility** to **validate the tray** (clearances, orientation, supports, materials, printer constraints, job policies, etc.) **before sending to print**.

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## Updating

1. Close GrabCAD Print Pro.  
2. Replace the plugin folders with the new versions in the same path.  
3. Launch the app.

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## Uninstall

Delete the relevant plugin folder(s) from:

```
C:\Program Files\Stratasys\GrabCADPrint\Plugins\
```
or
```
"%LOCALAPPDATA%/Stratasys/GrabCADPrint/Plugins"
```

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## Troubleshooting

- **Plugins not visible**
  - Confirm folder structure under `...\Plugins\`.
  - Restart the app after copying.
  - Ensure you’re running **GrabCAD Print Pro** if required by these plugins.
  - Check IT policies that may block external plugins.

- **Copy/permission errors**
  - Try again with an **Administrator** account or extract using a tool running **as Administrator**.

- **Unexpected behavior**
  - Reopen the tray and reselect models.
  - Verify models are Repaired before use.
  - If issues persist, collect logs and contact <adrian.ilie@stratasys.com>

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