Question 1

Do I need Rhino to use Drakon?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Drakon is a Rhino Plug-in for Jewelry, just make sure to be using Rhino version 7 or 8 and you will be able to load Drakon as well. 
In case you don't have Rhino previously installed, we will ask you to install it along with Drakon.

Question 2

Can I evaluate the software before purchase Drakon?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Drakon Trial version is available to evaluate the software. It's fully functional for 30 days, after that period only a few tools will be available.

Question 3

Do I need internet connection to use the software?

Accepted Answer

Internet connection is required only for activation, after that it can be used online with the Cloud license option. Alternativelly there is also available the Static license activation in order to use the software without internet connection. 
Drakon Copilot requires access to internet for AI design assistant.

Question 4

Is Drakon available for Grasshopper?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Drakon is a Plug-in for both Rhino and Grasshopper, take the best from both worlds.

Question 5

I already use Rhino, can I load Drakon to it?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Drakon is a Rhino Plug-in for Jewelry, just make sure to be using Rhino 7(https://www.rhino3d.com/download/rhino-for-windows/evaluation) or 8 and it will be able to load Drakon as well.

Question 6

How to show Drakon Toolbar inside Rhino?

Accepted Answer

To show the Drakon Toolbar you can use the command _DkShowToolbar to load it.

Question 7

I don't have Rhino, can I also evaluate the software?

Accepted Answer

Yes, remember that Drakon is a Plug-in and you can download Rhino Evaluation version that is available at their website: www.rhino3d.com(https://www.rhino3d.com/download/rhino-for-windows/6/evaluation)

Question 8

Why does Drakon Plug-in is not loading on Rhino 8?

Accepted Answer

Please open Rhino 8 and use the command _SetDotNetRuntime and choose the option NETCore, after that, restart Rhino and it should load normally at startup. 
https://www.rhino3d.com/en/docs/guides/netcore/ (https://www.rhino3d.com/en/docs/guides/netcore/)

Question 9

How can I learn to use the software?

Accepted Answer

There are several resources available to learn how to use the software. We recommend to get familiar with general workflow by using our videos and tutorials online. Also there is available an extensive description for each tool inside the program. Meanwhile you can reach us directly, our team is always ready to assist.
Finally we and our partners are organizing training classes periodically in different locations to be announced time to time.

Question 10

What's the better computer to run Drakon?

Accepted Answer

For a better design experience we suggest to run Drakon on a machine that fits the system requirements available at: www.drakon3d.com/system(www.drakon3d.com/system)

Question 11

Can I load Drakon in Rhino for Mac?

Accepted Answer

Drakon runs only on top of Rhino for Windows, the only option for Mac users is through Bootcamp. Please consult the system requirements at: www.drakon3d.com/system(www.drakon3d.com/system)

Question 12

Is there available an Educational Version?

Accepted Answer

Yes we have a special version for Students or Teachers for educational purposues: drakon3d.com/educational(drakon3d.com/educational)

Question 13

What are the changes in the latest Drakon Update?

Accepted Answer

Pease consult the Changelog for the documented list on each version: drakon3d.com/changelog(drakon3d.com/changelog)

Question 14

Text is not showing properly on the side panel.

Accepted Answer

Please confirm your Windows display settings to be 100%

https://static.wixstatic.com/media/56e149_87a2a8ed953743dfb8731c78456d23df~mv2.png

Question 15

Is there available any production guide?

Accepted Answer

Yes, please consult the production standards if you are getting familiar with jewelry manufacturing procedures: drakon3d.com/production(drakon3d.com/production)

Question 16

I prefer Grasshopper canvas with default colors.

Accepted Answer

To set Grasshopper to defaults just go to File > Special Folders > Settings Folder and delete the grasshopper_gui file. After that just restart Rhino and it will revert to defaults.

Question 17

Understanding Boolean Operations.

Accepted Answer

Boolean operations are part of everyday workflow on 3D modelling. Even we have develop our own Parametric toolset inside Rhino, we are always working using Rhino engine to create Drakon builders. It's recommendable to understand how the Boolean operations are handled inside Rhino to avoid any issues: Boolean FAQ(https://wiki.mcneel.com/rhino/booleanfaq)

Question 18

Where can be found the Rhinoceros Documentation?

Accepted Answer

Rhino has an extensive help documentation online, it can be found here: Rhinoceros Help(https://docs.mcneel.com/rhino/8/help/en-us/index.htm)