Menu path
Walls > Track Edge
🧾 What it does
The Track Edge command lets you realign wall profiles to match any shape you need. This is useful when walls need to follow roof lines, terrain, or irregular boundaries.
🔧 How to use it
When you select the Track Edge command, you're prompted to choose from three methods:
Method 1: Re-Track Wall Line by Digitising
Select Walls > Track Edge
Choose Re-Track Wall Line by Digitising
Select the wall line you want to modify
The construction plane automatically moves to align with the selected wall (indicated by the CPL icon)
A construction line attaches to the start point of the wall
Click to digitise each apex or corner point of your new wall shape
Right-click to finish when complete
The outline closes to the end point and the wall is reconstructed
Method 2: Re-Track Wall Line by Track-Outline
Select Walls > Track Edge
Choose Re-Track Wall Line by Track-Outline
Select the wall line to modify
The construction plane moves to the wall's plane
A construction line attaches to the wall's start point
The Track Edge dialogue opens for you to redefine the wall edge
Enter the new wall segments, starting from the start point and ending at the end point
Track Edge Dialogue Options:
Option | Description |
Top/Bottom Selection | You can select the top or bottom edges of walls |
Opening Edges | You can select the tops or sides of door/window openings |
[H/V] Option | For irregular shapes, define edges using both horizontal and vertical offsets from the start point or previously defined points |
Method 3: Re-Track Wall Line by Auto-Tracking
Select Walls > Track Edge
Choose Re-Track Wall Line by Auto-Tracking
Select the wall line to modify
When prompted, select the line(s) you want the wall to conform to (such as roof lines or site boundaries)
The wall projects vertically up or down to exactly match the shape of the defining line
🛠 Examples
Tracking to Roof Lines: Auto-tracking automatically adjusts wall profiles to match roof line shapes, ensuring walls follow the exact contour of the roof structure.
Tracking to Curved Elements: You can auto-track walls to adjacent curves, such as curved ceilings, to create seamless transitions.
💡 Tips
The construction plane automatically adjusts to match your selected wall, making it easier to work in the correct orientation
Use the digitising method for complete control over wall shape
Use auto-tracking when you need walls to conform to existing roof or terrain lines
The track-outline method is ideal when you need to input precise measurements for wall segments