Welcome to the BioDigital Human!
This guide—which was designed specifically for team Creators—will help you to start discovering, customizing, and publishing views of human anatomy, physiology, diseases, and treatments in interactive 3D — all while collaborating seamlessly with your team.
Start by watching our platform overview video, and then follow the step-by-step instructions below to begin using key features.
Note: If you are a Viewer, you can disregard Steps 3 and 4 below, as these features are only available to Creators and Administrators. Learn more about team member roles and permissions in this article.
Platform overview
If you are new to the BioDigital Human, we recommend starting with the Complete Guide to the BioDigital Human below. This 13-minute video provides a comprehensive introduction to the platform and equips you with the foundational knowledge you need to get started.
Tip: If your time is limited, start with the video below and come back to the rest of the guide when your schedule allows.
Step 1: Explore BioDigital's 3D model library
Browse our ever-expanding 3D model library to find models that align with your educational or training goals.
Start with one of the curated collections on the homepage—such as What’s New, Expert Collections, or Featured—or use the Explore tab in the top navigation menu to jump to a category.
Once you are on the Explore page, you can:
- Browse by category and sub-category
- Search by topic or keyword
- Filter results by model type, level of detail, or tags
Step 2: Save 3D models to My Library
As you discover models you are interested in, save them to My Library for easy access, customization, and sharing later.
To save a model:
- Hover over the model's tile in Explore and click Save to My Library.
- Set your model’s permission settings and, if applicable, the appropriate collection(s).
- Click Save.
Tip: You can also save a model from the Quick View window, in the model viewer, or while editing it in Studio. Learn more in Save a model to My Library.
Step 3 (Optional): Customize your models in Human Studio
If you would like to tailor a model for a specific audience or purpose, open it in Human Studio.
In Studio, you can:
- Highlight key structures with paint colors and effects
- Add interactive labels to any structure
- Upload complementary media such as images, videos, and GIFs
- Build multi-step virtual tours
- Create interactive quizzes
You can also edit existing tours, quizzes, and their components to better fit your needs.
To get started, look for the Customize in Studio button on the model's tile, in Quick View, or when viewing the model. You can also open Studio from the top navigation menu and select a model from there.
Step 4: Publish your 3D models
When your models are ready to share, you can publish them as an embed code or direct link to insert into a website, LMS, app, or virtually any digital resource.
Tip: Not sure which format to use? See Which format should I choose when I publish my 3D model?