XYZ Import for Rhino

I recently tried out the XYZ Import for Rhino, a plug-in designed for Rhino 2.0 that allows for seamless importing of graphical data from XYZ files. This handy little tool opens up a whole new world of possibilities for your Rhino projects by giving you unprecedented access to point matrices from digitizers or other software programs. Whether you're working with points, lines, polylines, nurb curves, faces or nurb surfaces, XYZ Import for Rhino has you covered.

One thing I particularly appreciated about this plug-in was its versatility when it comes to file types. XYZ files can take a variety of forms, including Comma Separated Value files (*.csv), Tab Delimited Value files (*.txt), Space Delimited Value files (*.prn), and even Digitizer Files (*.asc) or any other ASCII text files. This means you can easily import files from a wide range of sources into your Rhino project.

In terms of ease of use, the XYZ Import plug-in couldn't be simpler. Once installed, the new file type is automatically added to the Rhino File Open dialog box. To import an XYZ file, simply select Open from the File menu, choose "XYZ Files (*.xyz,*.csv,*.txt)" from the "File of type" combo box, and select the file you want to import. Your imported points will be automatically displayed in a new drawing, allowing you to get right to work on your project.

Overall, I found the XYZ Import for Rhino to be a powerful tool that greatly enhances the capabilities of Rhino 2.0. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this plug-in is sure to make your life easier and your projects more dynamic. Highly recommended!