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IfcPipeline File Operations

Work with files in IFC Pipeline

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Create Viewer Link

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Overview

This node operation creates a viewer link for a specified file in the IFC Pipeline system. It is useful when you want to generate a preview or shareable link for a file stored in IFC Pipeline, enabling easy access to view the file without downloading it. For example, you might use this to quickly share a 3D model or architectural file with collaborators or clients.

Use Case Examples

  1. Create a viewer link for a specific IFC file to share with a project team.
  2. Generate a preview link for a file stored in IFC Pipeline to embed in a project management tool.

Properties

Name Meaning
File Path Name or ID Select the file to create a viewer link for. You can choose from a list of available files or specify a file ID using an expression.

Output

JSON

  • token - The token or link generated for viewing the specified file.

Dependencies

  • Requires an API key credential for IFC Pipeline API authentication.

Troubleshooting

  • Ensure the file path or ID specified exists in IFC Pipeline; otherwise, the API call to create the viewer link will fail.
  • If the node throws an error about missing binary data, it is unrelated to this operation since it does not handle binary data.
  • Check that the API credentials are correctly configured and have permission to access the file and create viewer links.

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