====== Exporting Assets ======

This section explains how to **export an Unreal Engine asset (uasset)** — such as a Static Mesh or Skeletal Mesh — back into the **FBX format**.

This is especially useful when you need **reference meshes**, for example:
  * To create accurate Superstructure Data Assets
  * To align new meshes correctly in Blender
  * To match origins, scale, and orientation with existing assets

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===== Selecting the Asset to Export =====

First, locate the mesh you want to export in the **Content Drawer**.

This can be:
  * A Static Mesh
  * A Skeletal Mesh

Once you have found the asset:

  * Right-click on the asset
  * Navigate to **Asset Actions**
  * Select **Export**

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=== Choosing the Export Location ===

After selecting **Export**, a file dialog will appear.

  * Choose a folder where the exported file should be saved
  * Confirm the location

Unreal Engine will now open the export settings dialog.

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===== Export Settings =====

In the export settings window, you can choose which parts of the mesh should be exported.

This includes:
  * The base mesh
  * Optional LOD meshes
  * Additional mesh data

For reference purposes, we usually only need the **base mesh**.

Set the checkboxes according to the reference image:
  * Export **only the base mesh**
  * Disable additional LOD exports (unless specifically needed)

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===== Using the Exported FBX =====

After confirming the export:

  * The FBX file will be created in the selected folder
  * You can now import it into **Blender** or another 3D tool

The exported mesh can now be used as a **reference** for:
  * Correct origin placement
  * Scale comparison
  * Mesh alignment
  * Infrastructure or Superstructure development

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Exporting assets in this way allows you to work accurately and consistently when creating new content based on existing SubwaySim 2 assets.

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