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Use the CoLab integration for Siemens NX

Learn how to sign in, upload models, and understand upload behavior when using the CoLab integration for Siemens NX.

The CoLab integration for Siemens NX lets you upload CAD models directly from NX to CoLab for design review and collaboration.

Before you start

Before using the integration, ensure that:

  • You have a valid CoLab account.

  • You have access to at least one CoLab workspace.

  • The CoLab integration is installed in Siemens NX.

Open the CoLab integration in Siemens NX

  1. Open a model in Siemens NX.

  2. Click CoLab in the NX ribbon.

The CoLab command in the Siemens NX ribbon.

This opens the CoLab window.

Sign in with CoLab

  1. In the CoLab window, click Sign In with CoLab.

  2. Your browser will open for authentication.

  3. Enter your CoLab credentials.

  4. If prompted to authorize the integration, review the requested permissions and click Accept.

  5. Once authentication is complete, return to NX and click OK.

Upload a model

  1. Click the CoLab button.

  2. Confirm the selected file.

  3. Select a Workspace.

  4. Click Upload to CoLab.

ℹ️ The integration uploads the currently open model and any referenced components required for the assembly.

When the upload completes, you can:

  • Click Open in CoLab to view the uploaded model.

  • Click Close to dismiss the dialog.

  • Click Upload to Another Workspace to upload the same model elsewhere.

Signing out

To sign out of the CoLab integration:

  1. Open the CoLab window.

  2. Click Sign Out.


Notes

  • Assemblies include referenced child components automatically.

  • Teamcenter-managed parts are supported.

  • Drawings are uploaded as PDFs.

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