# Model to Rad Folder

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![](/files/-MihqZxq4GxGgtStcrUu) - [\[source code\]](https://github.com/ladybug-tools/honeybee-grasshopper-radiance/blob/master/honeybee_grasshopper_radiance/src//HB%20Model%20to%20Rad%20Folder.py)

Write a Honeybee Model to a Radiance Model Folder.

This Radiance Model Folder is what is used to run various types of Radiance studies off of a consistent set of geometry and modifiers.

### Inputs

* **model \[Required]**

A honeybee model object possessing all geometry, radiance modifiers and simulation assets like Sensor Grids and Views.

* **minimal**

Boolean to note whether the radiance strings should be written in a minimal format (with spaces instead of line breaks). (Default: False).

* **folder**

Path to a folder to into which the Model Radiance Folder will be written. If unspecified, it will be written to a sub-folder within the default simulation folder.

* **write \[Required]**

Set to True to write the Model to a Radiance folder.

### Outputs

* **report**

Reports, errors, warnings, etc.

* **folder**

Path to the folder in which all of the files have been written.


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