Auto-smooth problem

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Hello,

The auto-smooth angle have no effect when I import an object previously exported from Blender itself

It happens when:

  • I export a mesh from Blender as obj or fbx.
  • Then I import the exported object in a new project.
  • They have some sharp edges marked I guess because they was auto-smoothed before. Now I want to modify the smoothing so I delete all sharp edges.
  • I ensure that all my faces are flat in edit and object mode.
  • I smooth the entire object (object mode) then I tick the auto-smooth checkbox bu tin this case it have no effect I can’t see any change while moving the angle fader. Any idea to have it working again ?
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Try this:

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/27650383/19-03-2016%2014-24-32.png

BTW, you know that you can just append objects from other .blend files, right?
There normally is no need to export and import again into a new file.

3

Also, when you do import, look for the checkbox “import normals” in the options pane. Shut it off to avoid the issue.

4

Thnks you both that do the tricks perfectly! I knew about append function but in my case I need first to export to an other program then import again to Blender… anyway thanks again