In the software, every opened view is treated as an independent window. This means that each view has its own properties, which can be configured entirely independently of other opened windows.
1. General visibilities (for all view types)
Whether it is a 2D top view, a section, or a 3D view – you always have full control over what is displayed:
- By categories: Specifically show or hide entire groups of objects (e.g., dimensions, furniture, or guidelines).
- By layers: Control the visibility of entire floors or layers (e.g., only show the ground floor while the upper floor remains hidden).
2. Specific properties depending on the view type
In addition to the general filters, the different view types offer specialized settings:
- Sections & side views: Here, the Hidden line representation (hiding hidden edges) is crucial for creating clean facade plans or technical sections.
- 3D visualizations: Here you can define atmospheric parameters such as the sun position (cast shadows) or individual background images.
3. Practical application examples
Because of this independence, you can display different scenarios in parallel:
- Light studies: Open two 3D views side by side – one showing the lighting in the morning, the other the situation in the afternoon.
- Floor comparison: Use two 2D windows to simultaneously edit the ground floor in one and the upper floor in the other, without constantly having to switch layers.
Summary
The separation of view properties enables a highly flexible workflow. You can view the model simultaneously from technical (construction), organizational (floors), and visual (visualization) aspects.