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Thanks, didn't know about that. Maybe then the parametrization in OpenSCAD is subjectively more conveniently implemented, I don't know. Why it's not too well known?



One difference is that sites like thingiverse allow the parametrization of OpenSCAD projects right on the site, so downloaders can customize their STL without needing to run OpenSCAD themselves. To the best of my knowledge, there is no such ability for FreeCAD.

For one of my projects, this seemed to be enough of a benefit that I redid my original FreeCAD design in OpenSCAD for eventual uploading.


It is well known! The FreeCAD homepage says "Your own 3D parametric modeler"

https://www.freecad.org/


I've tried to use FreeCAD myself and didn't see that feature. I guess more learning are encouraged here. Now I know to look for parametrization as well.




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