📏 Plot Scale (overview)
The size of the dimensions and text on a model are usually plot scale dependent.
It presents the dimensions and text on the model as they would appear when printed at the selected plot scale.
That means, the smaller the plot scale, the smaller the dimension text will be on screen.
To view the dimensions on screen, make sure the plot screen setting is suitable (perhaps 1:200 for larger commercial jobs, 1:100 for residential).
You can change the plot scale by selecting View > Plot-Scale and setting the required scale factor.
It also effects the size of other annotation on your model such as panel lengths etc.
Plot scale of 1:100 –
Plot scale of 1:150 –
Shaded
This command allows you to do a normal render without textures. Simply click [OK] to the dialog that appears and you are done.
Lines Hidden
This command allows you to hide any lines that would appear “behind” any other planes.
Add Hide Lines
This command allows you to add any visible lines representing edges, to the Shaded image.
Insert Roof Grid
This function provides a tool to insert a control grid on the roof model, as an aid to the placement of roof fixtures and fittings such as solar panels, vents and plumbing.
Set the grid spacing and the reference line colour, style and weight to suit the needs of the project and select [OK]. The grid is drawn on the model.
The grid may be turned on and off as required without deleting it [Show/Hide Roof Grid].
The Roof Grid may be realigned to certain features or edges of a roof [Realign Roof Grid].
Set Screen Grid
Sets the default snap grid on screen.
