> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.echo3d.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.echo3d.com/autodesk-3ds-max/using-the-plugin.md).

# Using the Plugin

Learn how to use our Autodesk 3ds Max plugin.

### **Load your Collection**

* Add the collection details in the plugin
  * API Key
  * Email
  * User Key
  * Secret Key. If [enabled](/web-console/manage-pages/collections-and-sharing/security.md#secret-key) in your project.
* Load the collection by clicking "Load Project".

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### Importing Assets

After loading the project in the previous step, you will be able to import assets from echo3D.

Select the asset you want to load and click "Smart Import".

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