Size an asset in 3D
An asset is shown in the scene by a marker, which says an asset is here, and an extent box, which shows how big it is. Sizing the box matters most for equipment that is not in the model.
Size the box
- Open the asset and click Edit.
- Under In the scene, click Size it in 3D. Until the model has loaded, the button reads Size it in 3D, once the model has loaded.
- The view changes so you can orbit around the box. The Assets panel shows the sizes in metres.
- Drag a coloured handle to move that face of the box. The opposite face stays put.
- Drag the yellow ring to rotate the box.
- Under Show, use Model on or Model off and Scan on or Scan off to see the equipment more clearly.
- Click Done in the Assets panel to keep the box, or Cancel.
- Click Save on the asset.
Screenshot to comeThe 3D sizing view with a box around a pump, coloured face handles and the yellow rotation ring, and the Assets panel showing X, Y and Z sizes with Done and Cancel.
You can also type the sizes under Extent, metres in X, Y and Z.
Choose what is shown
Under Show in the scene:
- Marker: the marker that shows the asset from across the room.
- Extent box: offered only when the asset is linked to model elements, since the elements already show its shape.
These settings apply to everyone who opens the site. Both are hidden while the asset is selected, because the highlight already shows it.