It depends on whether it's a smart prop or not. I don't know which swords you've downloaded. If they're not smart props, then you'll have to place them manually into the figure's hands. If they're smart props, then they're already parented to a hand, but you'll have to adjust the poslition of the hand to hold the sword. If it's not a smart prop, then you can make it one by getting it into position for your character, then parent it to the figure's hand. After you've done that, then resave the sword to the library and it will ask you if you want to make it a smart prop. Click on Yes, and the next time you use it, it should automatically go to the figure's hand. Hope that helps. Melanie