# Finch 101: Download to Archicad

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### 1: Open a New Archicad Model

1. Open a new or existing Archicad project.
2. Ensure the **Finch plugin** is installed.
   * [The plugin download link is available here](/docs/download-plug-ins.md)

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### 2: Launch the Finch Plugin in Archicad

1. In Archicad, open the **Finch** menu.
2. Click **Launch Finch**.
3. Dock the Finch plugin panel as needed.
4. Sign in to Finch if prompted (first-time use only).

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### 3: Start the Download Process

1. In the Finch plugin, click **Download**.
2. Navigate to your Finch **Project**.
3. Select the **Variant** you want to import.

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### 4: Import the Model

1. Click **Import**.
2. Wait for the import process to complete.

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### 5: Review the Imported Model in 2D

1. Navigate to a floor plan view.
2. Confirm that:
   * Walls and doors have been imported.
   * Space types are imported as **Zones**.
   * Full floor plates are visible.

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### 6: Review the Imported Model in 3D

1. Switch to a **3D view**.
2. Review the imported geometry.
3. Replace imported walls and doors with your preferred Archicad wall and door types as needed.


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