iMapper Platform Starter Guide
How to create a new project and name it
To create a new project: Click on the Folder icon on the top left corner of your screen. Then click on the purple square Create new project. Import the scans into your new project, and add them to your project. (https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/2fea201a59749a00/image1rphFew readersHow to manage pointclouds
Step 1 : Understand each pointclouds Insert each scan by clicking on the purple + button in your Project files layer panel (bottom left of your screen), then select the scans you want to view in your project and click Add. Notice how some pointclouds will attach automatically, the automatic assembly will be successful if scans in adjacent rooms have enough points in common. Learn more on this topic here: How to take your first scans with iMapper (15 min) (/en/article/howSome readersHow to create scan groups
Once you've imported your scans into a project, you can group them by category. Here's how: Create a group Add a scan to a group Move several scans into a group at the same time Click here to see a short video to show you how to manage scan groups Create a group:Few readersHow to add new point clouds to an existing project
If you want to add new point cloud to an existing project, follow the steps below Open the project Click on the purple + on the Project files window on the bottom left of your screen Select the scan you want to open or import a new scan into you scans library Find more information on managing sFew readersHow to import floorplans or photos in JPG to your iMapper project
Step by step guide on how to import floorplans or photos in JPG to your iMapper project Click on the + button to add file A pop up will open where you can drag and drop your floorplans or photos in JPG (optional) Check that your iFew readers
Account
How to update your payment method and billing / shipping address
To update your payment method: Login to your iMapper account on the iMapper platform Click on your email address on the top right corner Select Billing information On the billing pFew readersHow to create a new account for the platform
Go to https://platform.imapper.tech/createaccount to create a new account Choose profession (https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesFew readers
Tools and Integrations
How to use the iMapper Studio
iMapper Studio is an efficient and reliable service to get your 2D plan and 3D models based on the pointclouds you survey with your iMapper. Our experienced designers will create 2D plans and 3D models from the scans you have previously assembled on the iMapper Platform. You are responsible to provide us an accurate scans assembly.Few readersHow to mirror point clouds
To mirror point clouds: Select the desired point cloud On the bottom left in Project files, click on the selected point cloud's Setting icon Check the Mirror option Click on Apply Repeat the process to bring the point cloud back to the original version You're all set! 🥳Few readersThe Tape Measure tool
Use the Tape Measure tool to measure anything on your projects. Select the measurement tool from the toolbar. Point to a starting point (do not hesitate to zoom in as much as possible) and validate with a left mouse click, then select an ending point and validate with a left mouse click. (https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/2fea201a59749a00/capture-decran-41Few readersThe Label tool
You can annotate your measurement. For that: Select the Label tool from the toolbar. Select the point cloud you want to annotate on. To do this click on the target representing the position of the scanner in the room. Then left-click the mouse at the precise locationFew readersThe Area tool
Once you've assembled your scan, you can use the area tool to draw the walls of every room. With this tool you can : Draw line (walls, doors, windows and openings) that you will be able to export in your dxf file. Draw the wall to import them in 3D to InSitu : how to import to InSitu. Draw the wall to import them in 3D to Winner : how to import to Winner. (/en/article/integration-of-imapper-with-compusoFew readersHow to change your platform's default Unit of Measure
Before measuring, you can configure the platform's unit of measurement. Here's how to do it: Go to your account on the top right corner of your platform Click on Preferences When the pop up opens, choose your new default unit of measure and click Apply (https://storage.crisp.chat/userFew readersHow to create floorplans semi-automatically (beta)
Semi automated floorplan is a tool to create, correct and export automatically flooplans in .dxf and .stl. On imapper.tech platform: 1/ Select the point clouds 2/ Clic on the button 3/ Correct the generated floor plan 4/ Export it in .dxf or .stl (cf. next part to see the video demo) Clic here to see the viPopularHow to share your projects from the iMapper platform
Share your iMapper projects with anyone! By clicking the Share button at the top right of the screen, you can create a link to share so that others can view your project in read-only mode. They will be able to move around the plan, take measurements and draw plans on their computer bFew readers
Export Data
Export Data to File: from iMapper to AutoCAD with ease
Introduction Welcome to our step-by-step guide on exporting files from iMapper for use in AutoCAD. This article is designed to assist both beginners and experienced users in smoothly transitioning their work between iMapper and AutoCAD. Whether you're working on detailed architectural plans, engineering drawings, or any project requiring precision and compatibility, this guide will ensure your workflow is seamless and efficient. We'll cover everything from selecting the right file format toSome readersExport Data to File: from iMapper to ArchiCAD with ease
Introduction Welcome to our step-by-step guide on exporting files from iMapper for use in ArchiCAD. This article is designed to assist both beginners and experienced users in smoothly transitioning their work between iMapper and ArchiCAD. Whether you're working on detailed architectural plans, engineering drawings, or any project requiring precision and compatibility, this guide will ensure your workflow is seamless and efficient. We'll cover everything from selecting the right file formatFew readersExport Data to File: from iMapper to Sketchup with ease
Introduction Welcome to our step-by-step guide on exporting files from iMapper for use in Sketchup. This article is designed to assist both beginners and experienced users in smoothly transitioning their work between iMapper and Sketchup. Whether you're working on detailed architectural plans, engineering drawings, or any project requiring precision and compatibility, this guide will ensure your workflow is seamless and efficient. We'll cover everything from selecting the right file formatFew readersFrom iMapper to Sketchup: create a 3D Model of a slope roof
Related articles: Export Data to File: from iMapper to Sketchup with easeFew readersIntegration of iMapper with Compusoft ('Winner')
Compusoft contacts per country: United Kingdom https://www.compusoftgroup.com/contact/ France https://www.compusoftgroup.com/fr/contact/ Spain https://www.compusoftgroup.com/es/contacto/ Italy https://www.compusoftgroup.com/it/contatti/ To import the previously downloaded JSON file into Winner, see How to import room definitions from aFew readersExport Data to File: from iMapper to InSitu with ease
Introduction Welcome to our step-by-step guide on exporting files from iMapper for use in InSitu. This article is designed to assist both beginners and experienced users in smoothly transitioning their work between iMapper and InSitu. Whether you're working on detailed architectural plans, engineering drawings, or any project requiring precision and compatibility, this guide will ensure your workflow is seamless and efficient. We'll cover everything from selecting the right file format to tFew readersExport Data to File: from iMapper to Revit with ease
Introduction Welcome to our step-by-step guide on exporting files from iMapper for use in Revit. This article is designed to assist both beginners and experienced users in smoothly transitioning their work between iMapper and Revit. Whether you're working on detailed architectural plans, engineering drawings, or any project requiring precision and compatibility, this guide will ensure your workflow is seamless and efficient. We'll cover everything from selecting the right file format to troFew readers