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# How to insert service holes in vertical studs?

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Before following this guide, make sure that your service hole families for studs are prepared for the CNC export. [Learn more](/3d-modeling-and-design/metal-framing/faq/family-libraries/service-holes/how-to-create-service-holes-in-vertical-studs.md)
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1. Go to **Framing Configurations**
2. Scroll down to find the **Stud Holes** settings
3. Check the box near **Cut Holes**
4. Choose the service hole family type. 

<figure><img src="/files/bzR4SCehI4xNaXe9W4qC" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

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**Note**: **Imperial** service hole families already include pre-set types for CNC machine brands.&#x20;

If you can't find the family type for your CNC machine brand, [**follow this guide**](/3d-modeling-and-design/metal-framing/faq/family-libraries/service-holes/how-to-create-service-holes-in-vertical-studs.md) to set up the Service Hole families.&#x20;
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5. Setup the service hole **arrays**:

<figure><img src="/files/Inem1q946NzCt54Vm8Om" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="/files/bJzVNn8hW3nVNFxTIR2O" alt=""><figcaption><p>Array from bottom</p></figcaption></figure>

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**Note**: CNC Metal Exporter is not included in the Metal Collection.

[Learn more](/design-data-management-and-exchange/cnc-exporters/cnc-metal-exporter.md) about the features of CNC Metal Exporter.
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