: A zipped archive containing a "flat" directory structure for a new software deployment or a version 5 update of a specific tool. Academic/Research Data

This is the primary method to make by compressing data storage files, which further saves storage space in project archives. When this option is enabled, the project file becomes more compact. However, there is a key compatibility note: compressed project files will not open properly in older versions of D5 (specifically those under version 2.6). In such cases, the model may appear missing after opening. Therefore, this "flat" and efficient new compression method is designed for users operating on the latest versions of the software.

Use the new flag to invoke the Meridian engine: