Using 3ds Max Design with Civil 3D - Part 12

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About this Episode

In this movie, you create a Private Resource Kit by copying one that ships with Civil View. A Private Resource Kit is useful as it allows you to edit your library by adding or removing components without affecting the libraries that ship with the product.

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