DesignToolbox is a collection of tools specially designed to accelerate and simplify basic modeling tasks for architectural models, furniture design and other tasks where accurate modeling is needed. Professionals used to CAD or precision software will find it very familiar some of the included transformation tools, like reference rotation, scale and position, measurement tools and reference guides.
Ability to place snapping points at poly lines intersections, visual rulers, fast UVW mapping and randomize, cloning tools, scene management, panel grids, fast pivot placement and work planes are some of the tools included, and new ones are added with each update.

Transform

Precise CAD-like and advanced transformation tools.

Measure

Inquiry and display dimensions, angles and areas.

Project

Construct your mododel with spatial reference guides.

Replicate

Match properties, replace nodes with a few clicks.

Clone

Distribute and clone nodes with interactive array tools.

Organize & manage

Work faster with layers and manage node visibility.

Preparing scene to render

Review cameras and different output sizes faster, Set up batch render views with fewer clicks.

Materials and texture

Load a bunch of Textures in one operation. Easy manage geometry IDs..

+ Utilities

Save modifiers presets, edit UVW maps, straighten edges, align vertices, randomization tools and more.

Over 100+ unique tools to enhance your workflow

Carefully crafted and visually pleasant UI

Complete feature list

Get it now

Try it for free with the demo version.

Full version

single-seat license*

$25.00*

USD

Purchase

Download installer

Autodesk 3Ds Max version support: 2018 64bit - 2025.

Single-seat license model: it can only be installed and registered on one computer.
Demo and licensed versions share the same installer. Once the license is authorized, the limitations are removed and disabled tools will be available.
Additional licenses can be purchased at a discount price. Please contact us if you intend to buy more than one license.
The upgrade to the full DesignToolBox package, for current customers of (discontinued) refGuides plugin is now FREE of charge. Install the demo and your current refGuides license will be valid.

DesignToolBox documents

Documents

Consult the user guide to learn how to use the tools and their available options.

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What's new

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