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title: "USD"
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This page provides information on support for the Universal Scene Description in V-Ray for Maya.


## **Overview**

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USD or [Universal Scene Description](https://graphics.pixar.com/usd/release/index.html) (.usd) is a framework and file format , developed by Pixar, that allows 3D scenes and assets to be transferred and edited on multiple applications. USD focuses on workflows that allow multiple users to collaborate on a project without conflict by using non-destructive editing, asset versions and variations.

Starting with V-Ray 6, update 2 the default USD translator is Hydra compatible. 

*For more information, visit **[Getting Started with USD](https://www.chaos.com/blog/getting-started-with-usd-and-hydra-in-v-ray)**.  *