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Drawing & Measuring

Learn more about our Drawing tools, Shapes, Measurement tools, and much more.

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Draw Tool: Modes and Settings
Draw LinesLearn how to access the Draw tool and choose the right drawing mode for your work.
Drawing Walls
Create Drawing from AR Scan
Create Drawing from Map
How to Draw, Measure, and place Products in Your Drawing with ARUse AR to measure spaces and place Linear and Area Products directly into your ArcSite drawing — no tape measure required.
Creating a Topographic DrawingLearn how to place elevation data points and generate contour lines with a heatmap fill to create topographic drawings in ArcSite.
Mirroring Objects (Flip on Axis & Copy)
Place multiple copies of an object in a structured pattern (Array tool)
Make a Copy at a Specific Distance (Offset Tool)Create a copy of a line or arc at an exact distance. Use this to draw parallel walls, fence lines, or consistent spacing between elements.
Shade or Color an AreaLearn how to quickly add details to your drawing using the Fill tool.
Add text to your canvasLearn how to add plain text to your canvas and how to create a text call-out that is tied to an element on your canvas for more detail.
Add a Door or Window (Openings) to a WallUse the Openings library to insert doors or windows into your existing walls.
Arranging Objects Relative to One Another
Using Bluetooth Measurement Devices to capture lengths
Import an Image as the Background to your Drawing
Using the Measure Tool
How to manually or automatically show measurement/dimensions
Drawing Tips + Tricks
Color and Pattern Fill
Using LayersLayers help you organize your drawing by keeping different types of information separate. You can edit, hide, or lock specific layers independently without affecting the rest of your project.
Add Text and Cloud Shapes
How to create a title block