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3ds Max Plugin · 2D Drafting

Automate Your 2D Drafting in 3ds Max.

AlphaButton is the ultimate drawing generator for 3D artists and architects. Instantly convert complex 3D geometry into ISO-compliant 2D blueprints with automated dimensions and a smart Bill of Materials.

One-click generation ISO 128 / 129 compliant A4 → A0 sheets
AlphaButton — Drawing Generator · 3ds Max 2026
3D Model.max
3D model in 3ds Max viewport
2D Drawing.pdf
Generated ISO 2D blueprint
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Why AlphaButton

From 3D model to print-ready sheet — in one click.

AlphaButton lives inside 3ds Max as a dockable panel. Select your geometry, set your sheet, and let the plugin handle projection, dimensioning and documentation — no manual drafting, no CAD round-trip.

  • Orthographic views, dimensions & BOM, fully automated
  • ISO 5457 sheets from A4 to A0, ready to print
  • Saves hours of tedious manual drafting per project
Plugin Panel
AlphaButton plugin panel in 3ds Max

Save time. Stop exporting to CAD.

Install AlphaButton, select your geometry, and generate your first ISO-compliant sheet in under a minute.

01

One-Click Generation

Transform 3D models into precise 2D vector drawings instantly. Forget manual drafting and save hours of tedious work.

02

Automated Dimensions & BOM

Automatically extract accurate dimensions, build dynamic Bill of Materials tables, and flag complex or zero-thickness geometry on the fly.

03

ISO-Compliant Layouts

Generate ready-to-print PDF sheets from A4 to A0 with professional title blocks, scaled perfectly to your project needs.

Step 01 — Select & Configure

A full drafting studio, docked in your viewport.

Set the title block, choose your sheet size and projection standard, and pick exactly which orthographic views to output. AlphaButton remembers your presets between sessions.

  • First- & third-angle projection, compact or spacious
  • ISO 5457 sheets — A4 Portrait through A0 Landscape
  • Visible edges, hidden edges or shaded output
Plugin Panel
AlphaButton plugin panel
Step 02 — Read the Geometry

Handles real production scenes, not just primitives.

From simple boxes and cylinders to dense, multi-part assemblies, AlphaButton resolves visible and hidden edges and flags complex volumetric or zero-thickness parts automatically.

  • Detail drawings for complex volumetric elements
  • Metric (mm) or Imperial (inches) unit systems
  • Oblique-stroke or arrow dimension styles (ISO 129-1)
Scene — primitives.max
3D primitives in scene
Step 03 — Publish the PDF

Documentation-grade sheets, ready to print.

Orthographic views, dimension chains, a populated title block and an itemised Bill of Materials — laid out on a clean ISO sheet and exported straight to PDF. Open it the instant it's done.

  • Professional title block with project, author & date
  • Dynamic Bill of Materials with quantities & materials
  • Auto-open PDF after creation — no extra steps
workstation-desk_A3.pdf
Generated ISO-compliant 2D blueprint
Free License
$0
For trying it out on real scenes.
  • Full one-click generation
  • ISO sheets A4 → A0
  • Watermarked output
Basic
$~/ one-time
For freelancers & small jobs.
  • 100 pages of drawings
  • No time limit
  • No watermark
  • Email support

Secure checkout

Payments & invoicing handled by Paddle, our Merchant of Record.

14-day guarantee

Full refund if the software doesn't perform as advertised.

Instant download

Get your license key and installer by email, immediately.

Includes a 14-day money-back guarantee. See our Refund Policy.

Licensing

Questions About Buying

What's the difference between Basic and Pro?
Basic is a one-time license for up to 100 pages of drawings with no time limit — ideal for occasional projects. Pro removes the page cap entirely with unlimited generation, valid for 365 days from activation.
Is this a subscription?
No. Basic and Pro are one-time purchases. Pro's 365-day validity is the active license window; there is no automatic recurring charge.
Which versions of 3ds Max are supported?
AlphaButton supports Autodesk 3ds Max 2023 and newer, including 2026. The same license works across all supported versions.
How do I get a refund?
We offer a 14-day money-back guarantee if the software does not perform as advertised. Email office@alphabutton.xyz and read the full Refund Policy.

Documentation

Step-by-step guides covering installation, sheet setup, projection standards and the Bill of Materials.

Troubleshooting

Zero-thickness warnings, missing edges or scale issues? The most common fixes, in one place.

System Requirements

Autodesk 3ds Max 2023–2026 · Windows 10/11 · 8 GB RAM minimum. A PDF reader for output.

Get in touch

Send Us a Message

Tell us your 3ds Max version and what you're trying to draft. The more detail, the faster we can help.

Response time

Within 1 business day, Mon–Fri.

Operated by

Yana Hrytsai (Sole Proprietor), Ukraine

Help Center

Common Questions

How do I install AlphaButton?
Download the installer from your purchase email, close 3ds Max, run the installer, then restart 3ds Max. AlphaButton appears as a dockable panel you can launch from the plugin menu.
It says "Select objects first" — what now?
AlphaButton generates drawings from your current selection. Select one or more objects in the viewport and the Generate button activates, showing the object count.
Why am I getting zero-thickness warnings?
Some geometry contains faces with no depth, which can't be dimensioned reliably. Enable "Include Complex Volumetric Part/Elements" under Detail Drawings, or add thickness to the offending objects, and re-generate.
Where are my settings saved?
Use "Save settings" in the Plugin Settings rollout to persist your title block, sheet and output preferences between sessions. "Restore default settings" reverts everything to factory defaults.

Last updated: 23 May 2026

1. Acceptance of terms

These Terms of Use ("Terms") form a binding agreement between you and Yana Hrytsai (Sole Proprietor) ("AlphaButton", "we", "us"), operating from Ukraine. By downloading, installing or using the AlphaButton plugin (the "Software") or this website, you agree to these Terms.

2. License grant

Subject to your compliance with these Terms and payment of any applicable fees, we grant you a non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to install and use the Software for your own commercial or personal projects, according to the tier you purchased:

  • Free License — full functionality with watermarked output.
  • Basic — up to 100 pages of generated drawings, with no time limit.
  • Pro — unlimited generation, valid for 365 days from activation.

3. Restrictions

You agree not to: (a) resell, sublicense, rent or redistribute the Software; (b) reverse-engineer, decompile or attempt to derive the source code, except where permitted by law; (c) circumvent license limits, watermarking or activation; or (d) use the Software to violate any applicable law or third-party right.

4. Intellectual property

The Software, its code, design and documentation remain the exclusive property of AlphaButton. Drawings and files you generate from your own 3D models belong to you. "Autodesk" and "3ds Max" are trademarks of Autodesk, Inc.; AlphaButton is an independent product and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Autodesk.

5. Payment, taxes & renewals

Payments are processed by our Merchant of Record, Paddle, which handles billing, invoicing and applicable taxes. Basic and Pro are one-time purchases; Pro's 365-day validity is a license window and does not auto-renew unless you choose to repurchase.

6. Disclaimer of warranties

The Software is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement. We do not warrant that generated drawings are suitable for regulatory, structural or manufacturing certification without independent verification.

7. Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, AlphaButton shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special or consequential damages. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount you paid for the Software in the 12 months preceding the claim.

8. Contact

Questions about these Terms? Contact office@alphabutton.xyz. See also our Refund Policy and Privacy Policy.

Last updated: 23 May 2026

14-day money-back guarantee. We offer a full refund within 14 days of purchase if the software does not perform as advertised. If AlphaButton doesn't do what we promise, you get your money back.

1. Our guarantee

This Refund Policy applies to purchases of AlphaButton from Yana Hrytsai (Sole Proprietor), operating from Ukraine. We stand behind the Software with a 14-day money-back guarantee if the software does not perform as advertised. If, within 14 days of your purchase, AlphaButton fails to deliver the functionality described on this website, you are entitled to a full refund of the purchase price.

2. Eligibility

  • Your refund request must be made within 14 days of the original purchase date.
  • The request must relate to the Software not performing as advertised.
  • Please give us a reasonable opportunity to resolve the issue first via Support.

3. How to request a refund

Email office@alphabutton.xyz from the address used at purchase, including your order or invoice number and a short description of the problem. Our Merchant of Record, Paddle, processes the refund back to your original payment method.

4. Processing & timing

Approved refunds are issued to your original payment method. Depending on your bank, funds typically appear within 5–10 business days after approval. You'll receive email confirmation once the refund is initiated.

5. Exceptions

Refunds may be declined where a request is made after the 14-day window, where there is evidence of license abuse or fraud, or where the issue is unrelated to the advertised functionality. These exceptions do not affect any statutory rights you may have under applicable consumer law. The Free License is provided at no cost and has no associated refund.

6. Contact

For any refund question, contact office@alphabutton.xyz. See also our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Last updated: 23 May 2026

1. Overview

This Privacy Policy explains how Yana Hrytsai (Sole Proprietor) ("AlphaButton", "we", "us"), operating from Ukraine, collects and processes personal data when you visit this website or use the AlphaButton plugin.

2. Data we collect

  • Purchase data — name, email and billing details, collected and processed by our Merchant of Record, Paddle. We do not store full payment card numbers.
  • Support data — the contents of messages you send us, including your email and 3ds Max version.
  • Usage data — anonymised analytics about how the website is used.

3. How we use your data

We use your data to deliver and activate your license, provide support, issue invoices, comply with legal and tax obligations, and improve the Software and website. We do not sell your personal data.

4. Cookies

We use essential cookies to keep the site working and analytics cookies to understand usage. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies via the banner shown on your first visit, and clear cookies at any time in your browser settings.

5. Sharing with third parties

We share data only with processors needed to run the service — principally Paddle (payments & invoicing) and our analytics and email providers — and only as necessary.

6. Your rights

Subject to applicable law, you may request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal data, and may object to or restrict certain processing. To exercise these rights, email us using the address below.

7. Contact

For privacy requests, contact office@alphabutton.xyz. See also our Terms of Use and Refund Policy.