3ds Max API
Get and do more with the SDK
Autodesk® 3ds Max® provides an API to automate repetitive tasks and extend core software functionality, like customization of 3D modeling, animation, visual effects, rendering, and more. The .NET API Assemblies allow automation style programming, and the SDK provides extensive C++ functionality as well as code samples and documentation to help you get started developing with the API.
SDKs and tools
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Previous releases
Download past SDKs 2017–2024
Download past SDKs 2017–2024
Download past USD SDKs 2022–2024
Download past USD SDKs 2022–2024
SDK additional components
Some of the samples rely on other components. Refer to the SDK Requirements section of the documentation for details.
SDK customization documentation
MAXScript Help 2016–2025
MAXScript Help 2016–2025
2025 MAXScript Help
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Max 2021.1 MAXScript Help
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2019 MAXScript Help
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2018 MAXScript Help
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2017 MAXScript Help
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MAXScript Help ジャパニーズ 2021.1–2025
MAXScript Help ジャパニーズ 2021.1–2025
2025 MAXScript Help
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2024 MAXScript Help
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2023 MAXScript Help
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2022 MAXScript Help
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2021.1 MAXScript Help
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3ds Max Python API Help 2016–2025
3ds Max Python API Help 2016–2025
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2020 Python API Help
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2018 Python API Help
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3ds Max Developer Help 2016–2025
3ds Max Developer Help 2016–2025
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Code samples
Community and support
Whether you're an experienced 3ds Max user or just starting out, this is a good place to ask questions, share tips, connect, and learn from others.