How can you share your Fusion 360 design with someone who does not have the software?

Exporting the design in a common format like STEP or IGES is an effective way to share your Fusion 360 design with someone who does not have the software. These formats are widely recognized in the CAD industry and can be opened by many other CAD programs and applications. By using formats like STEP or IGES, the recipient can view and potentially edit the design using their own CAD software, facilitating collaboration or further development without needing Fusion 360.

While sharing a link directly in Fusion 360 is convenient, that option requires the recipient to have access to Fusion 360. Creating a PDF of the project offers a view-only format that can be useful for presentations or documentation, but it does not allow the recipient to interact with or modify the design. Converting the design into a GIF image provides a visual representation but also limits the recipient’s ability to use the design for any practical applications. Thus, exporting in a common format bridges the gap between software applications and offers a flexible solution.