The architectural grid has been expanded with several new features. From now on, the command can also be launched from the ribbon menu structure tab. In the properties, you can set the display mode and location of the end segments, as well as specify which number or letter the vertical and horizontal grid lines should display. The grid can be freely positioned in your project, so you can even take the exact geolocation into account during the design process. If the grid settings are not suitable, you can modify the settings and place a new grid in your project. We can also create a custom grid, so we can always use a grid that exactly meets our needs during the design process, from the concept to the finished building. When placing multiple grids, the program automatically continues to mark the vertical and horizontal grid lines. If we want the markings to be made according to the default settings, we can use the reset numbering command. In this case, we can place the grid corresponding to the set values on the floor plan. Architectural and structural elements can be placed directly on the grid connections, which are always positioned at the predefined reference point. By default, the placed elements are connected to the grid, so that the connected elements follow the movement of the grid lines. The connection can be manually switched on and off, giving the designer complete freedom to choose which elements are affected by the architectural grid. If you want to place the given elements on a specific segment of the grid, you can select a specific area. In this case, the program will also place the elements on the nodes within the selected area according to their reference points. When placing beams, it is also possible to select the nodes to be connected. There are several methods for moving grid lines. We can use the offset command, which only moves the given grid, or we can select the grid and modify the distance by a given value. In this case, depending on the command, the position of all lines following the grid line are also automatically modified, so that the distances already set are retained. With a single click, we can graphically check the elements connected to the architectural grid. The program indicates the connected elements in green.

It is now easier than ever to edit and modify the rebars of reinforced concrete structures to suit the shape of the structures in question. From now on, it is no longer necessary to enter the properties dialog for the element, as they can be edited in both 3D and 2D views. The most important properties are displayed in the ribbon menu, from where you can add the appropriate profile from the pre-saved profiles. When you specify the profiles, both the 3D and 2D views are updated immediately, so you can see the changes you have made in real time. By changing the level of detail, you can decide which 3D display mode you want to choose. It is possible to generate a complete 3D model of the rebars, as well as a schematic representation. Of course, you can also completely disable the 3D and 2D display of the reinforcement. We can create the rebars using the already familiar properties dialog, allowing us to set even the smallest details of the reinforcement. By entering the renewed properties dialog, we can access the reinforcement dialog for the element, which works in the same way as in previous years. Here, regardless of the detail settings, the entire reinforcement is always visible within the element. If we save the style together with the rebars, we can update all elements with the same style with a single click. Another new feature is that rebars can now be accessed directly by clicking on the rebar icon shown in the image. This immediately displays the ribbon menu for editing rebars. Using this method, you can add reinforcement to the element or edit existing rebars not only in 3D view, but also in 2D view. Once you have found the element on the floor plan, you can continue the process you have already started and add further rebars to the element. These changes are always automatically displayed in both 2D and 3D views according to the detail settings. Always use styles for each element type so that you can immediately update elements belonging to the same style in your project. This method allows you to quickly and easily modify already placed structures. Element filters allow you to ensure that you always see the elements relevant to the design process in both 2D and 3D views. Once you have completed a given workflow, you can switch to another filter or view the current status of your project. By refreshing the 3D view, the entire building is displayed, revealing the connections between structural elements and the building as a whole. By switching between display types, we can decide how we want to present our model.

From now on, importing files containing Revit Families is easier than ever. When importing an RFA file containing an object, you can choose to import one element of the Revit Family or all of them at once. When importing a single element, you can select the desired element from the drop-down list. If you want to import all components of the file into the ARCHLine.XP library, select the option to select all elements and press OK. The elements will then be automatically added to the library. After importing, you can place the object in the project. The program automatically launches the object placement command, at which point you can place the first element in the element family list. There is a folder icon in the upper right corner of the element family icons in the library, which indicates that the object is listed as an element family in ARCHLine.XP. Clicking on the element family icon displays all available objects. If you want to use another object from the element family in the project, select the desired element from the list. From this point on, you can edit the object and add MEP connectors. With the help of MEP connectors, you can integrate the downloaded elements into the building's mechanical design, thus creating a comprehensive building design. When creating MEP connectors, we can select the appropriate connector type, so we can start drawing the pipeline immediately by clicking on the object. The pipeline automatically adopts the parameters set in the connector, so it will always have the correct properties. This is how you can create a complete architectural and mechanical design using Revit Families in ARCHLine.XP. GstarBIM If you want to import all components of the file into the GstarBIM library, select the option to select all elements and press OK. There is a folder icon in the upper right corner of the element family icons in the library, which indicates that the object is listed as an element family in GstarBIM. This is how you can create a complete architectural and mechanical design using Revit Families in GstarBIM.

From now on, you can assign unique 2D symbols to doors and windows in the floor plan view. The standard floor plan display of doors and windows may vary by country and region. Modifying the unique 2D symbols for doors and windows provides a solution to this problem. The library contains general symbols by default, which can be used immediately in your project. If the symbols in the library do not comply with local standards, we can create our own set. We can modify existing groups or even draw completely new ones. Save the modified symbol as a new group in the library by placing reference points on the four corners of the frame. The group saved in this way can now be used as a floor plan symbol for doors and windows. All we have to do is enter the properties dialog for the given element and select the desired symbol. The symbols for all elements belonging to the given style are modified automatically, so we do not have to modify this parameter individually. Occasionally, we may accidentally set the wrong symbol. In this case, there is no problem, as we can simply disable symbol overwriting or even use the undo button to return to the previous state. Let's see how to create a unique window and door symbol. After drawing the desired shape, save it to the library. It is important to first specify the upper left corner point, then the upper right corner point, then the lower left corner point, and finally the lower right corner point. The unique symbol created in this way can be used in any of our projects. When specifying the symbol, we can decide whether we want to hide the original opening direction indicator. If not, the program will display both the default symbol and the symbol we created. When we choose to hide the original opening direction, only the symbol we specified will be displayed. The program works similarly for windows as it does when specifying door symbols. After saving the drawn symbol, we can select the appropriate group from the library and assign it to the style of the given window. In this case, the program overwrites the elements belonging to the given style on the entire floor plan in one step, so we do not have to set them individually. The program remembers the symbols assigned to the doors and windows and treats them as default settings the next time it is started.

In this video, we show you how easy it is to partially insulate a column. From now on, you can customize the insulation of columns to suit the environment, so if you don't need to insulate all sides of the column, you can specify which surfaces you want to insulate. You can select the surfaces graphically, with arrows appearing on the outline of the column to indicate the insulated surface. This makes it easy to set the insulation to be only on the outside of the column enclosed by the walls. Customizing insulation has never been easier; there is no need for complicated measurements and editing to achieve perfect results every time. If there are special structural connections around the column, it is possible to insulate several independent sections at once, without having to add them one by one. In such cases, after specifying the first section to be insulated, we immediately specify the location of the other surfaces to be insulated on the drawing, so we can create insulation around any structural connection to the free-standing surfaces of the column. The insulation is immediately displayed in both 2D and 3D views according to the settings. By modifying the material, we can fit it into the facade in the visual designs, thus creating structurally and visually realistic designs.

Autodesk Construction Cloud is a cloud-based platform developed for BIM-based collaboration and project management in the construction industry. This system enables all project data like documentation, models, files, and revisions to be managed in a single, centralized, and always up-to-date location. Thanks to version management, we can work with multiple designers simultaneously on this platform. Our entire storage space is directly accessible from ARCHLine.XP, so we can manage each of our projects directly from the program. We can upload our completed projects and download the modified versions. After downloading, we can open the project immediately in the program without having to search for it in the file manager. If other designers in our team use different programs for their work, this does not cause any problems in terms of collaboration. Thanks to globally used file formats, we can share both DWG and IFC files with them, but we can also save our projects from ARCHLine.XP in native Revit format. Thanks to these features, we can work on a joint project with designers anywhere in the world, as ARCHLine.XP can import and export the most widely used file formats in the industry. The uploaded files appear immediately in our storage space, which is continuously updated by the program, so we can always see the current status in the dialog box. When managing a project, it is also very important to manage permissions, as not everyone needs to have the same editing capabilities in our project. To this end, we can create permission settings for specific team members directly in the program, which we can modify later. On the Autodesk Construction Cloud page, we can view our uploaded projects and edit our project settings in detail. We can open and manage supported file formats directly from the storage space, and we can make detailed settings here. GstarBIM Our entire storage space is directly accessible from GstarBIM, so we can manage each of our projects directly from the program. Thanks to globally used file formats, we can share both DWG and IFC files with them, but we can also save our projects from GstarBIM in native Revit format. Thanks to these features, we can work on a joint project with designers anywhere in the world, as GstarBIM can import and export the most widely used file formats in the industry.

Let's see how the new view control bar speeds up your work. The biggest advantage of this new user interface element is that, while increasing the design area, it always displays the functions that affect the current view. As a result, existing commands are arranged in a more logical order, and the list has been expanded with new functions in some views. From here, we can also switch between the floors of the building on the floor plan and manage the different phases assigned to the project and their appearance. The display modes for the floor plan view can also be set here. In the 3D view, you can also access the list of previously saved views and configure the most frequently used axonometric views. You can switch between the available display types, allowing you to set the 3D model to be displayed in color or as a wireframe. You can quickly switch between saved perspective views and set the level of detail in 3D. With a single click, you can find the location of a given element of the 3D view on the floor plan. Turn shadows on and off in the model, and then start rendering when you're done. The view control bar with unique functions is also available for sections, elevation views, and plot layouts. In sections, we can also set the display type, which is tailored to the requirements of the drawing and conveys the information in the best possible way. From here, we can also set the shaded display of sections and turn hatching on and off. If we want to display only a certain area of the drawing in the section, we can do so here by selecting partial display of the section and specifying the lower and upper limits. These changes can of course be turned off or modified later. With a single click, you can reverse the direction of the section view, set the line thicknesses, and find the line marking the location of the section on the floor plan. Several new functions have been added to the view control bar on the print layout. You can instantly create a print area that appears in the printer dialog list, allowing you to print customized areas. With a single click, you can launch the print dialog, where, after specifying the necessary settings, you can create the documentation either with a printer or as a PDF file. We can also easily add viewports that have already been created but not placed to our drawing sheet. When inserting, we only need to specify the scale so that it fits exactly to the size of our drawing sheet, and then specify its location. If there is too much or too little information displayed on the placed drawing, we can modify the area boundary. This method allows us to quickly edit drawings that have already been placed on the design sheets. Enter the drawing properties dialog box to modify the visibility of the displayed layers, the drawing scale, and other parameters. Refresh the design sheets so that they always show the latest status.

The navicube revolutionizes the handling of 3D views. With its help, we can easily and quickly navigate between different saved 3D views, but we can also move the 3D model freely. By clicking on the sides, edges, and corners of the cube, we can rotate the model in the desired direction in an axonometric view. You can also access previously saved perspective views directly from the cube menus. You can easily exit the perspective view by clicking on the cube. Select the surface you want, and the view will automatically navigate there. With the rotate around and look around functions, the camera automatically moves within the model, allowing you to view the entire model along a circular arc around a given point. You can exit the function with the Escape key. From now on, we can specify a new rotation center in the model for the axonometric view. This allows us to specify the rotation center not only with the mouse position, but also with a preset point. In this case, the model rotates around the set point in the axonometric view. By clicking on the house icon, the model always returns to the default axonometric view. The appearance of the navigation cube can be modified in the settings dialog. Customize its position, size, and even its appearance.

The ARCHLine.XP 2026 user interface has been revamped with efficiency and functionality in mind. The design area has been enlarged, providing even more space for creative ideas. From now on, only the most essential functions are available on the status bar. Commands that are essential for design but used less frequently have been moved to the View Control bar. The panel can be hidden, so it does not take up valuable space on the user interface. The navicube makes it easier to navigate in the 3D model and allows you to set different views. On the structure tab of the ribbon menu, you can create static structural elements in your project, such as column reinforcement. From now on, it is no longer necessary to enter the column properties dialog to set the reinforcement; its parameters can also be specified from the ribbon menu. Cross and longitudinal reinforcement can be added separately to structural elements, so their properties can be fully adapted to the given structure. The completed reinforcement can be viewed in X-ray view mode within the structure. The level of detail of the reinforcement can also be adjusted so that it always appears in the model with the desired level of detail. If you do not need to view the reinforcement in detail, you can set it to schematic mode or turn it off completely. The north direction setting in the program has also changed. From now on, you can easily switch between true north and project north directions. This significantly speeds up work on the project as well as the documentation process. Switching between project north and true north can be done from the ribbon menu, so you don't have to search for these commands in the submenus. In the case of special rotated structures, you can set the floor plan to a vertical direction by setting the project north direction, allowing you to use different vertical planes within a single project. The properties dialog for the most important architectural and structural elements immediately displays the BIM parameters, eliminating the need to open additional dialogs. This means that these values are always at hand. Placed objects can now be rotated at 45-degree angles, making it easy to perform the most commonly used rotations. The new commands can be accessed by clicking on the rotation icon next to the objects on the floor plan. GstarBIM The GstarBIM 2027 user interface has been revamped with efficiency and functionality in mind.

Thanks to the 3D input cursor constraints options, designing objects in ARCHLine.XP 2026 is easier than ever. In addition to the familiar modes, there are new options for drawing the desired surface on a given plane, making the process faster, simpler, and more efficient. These commands are particularly useful when using sketch mode, as they allow you to transform any object according to your needs. With the offset loop command, you can create a hole in the surface that matches the shape of the original perimeter. When drawing lines, you can fix their direction by clicking on the blue, green, and red arrowheads that appear, so you only need to specify their length. By pressing the arrow keys on the keyboard, you can fix the plane on which you want to draw, so from now on, you can always create surfaces on the desired plane. Press the up arrow to lock the drawing tool to the blue plane, the left arrow to lock it to the red plane, and the right arrow to lock it to the green plane. If the size of the created surface is not suitable, we can modify it afterwards. Thanks to the snapping command, we can align the planes with each other. It is also possible to create special, slanted surfaces in the program. When drawing a rectangle, you can specify the bottom and top planes that you want to connect. In this case, the program automatically aligns the two parallel edges to the selected planes. With the help of auxiliary lines, we can specify points on our model that would not be accessible by default. The rotate copy command saves time, as we can create identical but rotated surfaces with a single click. Using these functions, there is no need to repeat time-consuming steps; simply copy the elements that have already been created. Once editing is complete, we can delete the auxiliary lines from our model. We can easily connect the surfaces we have already created by adding new surfaces. With the push/pull command, you can create a shape with the cross-sectional profile of the given surface. Specify the amount of push or pull, and the shape is created immediately. Save the finished object to your library to ensure that it will always be available in the future. We can use the existing folder system, but we can also add new folders to our library, allowing us to customize it completely. When we exit sketch mode, we will find the item we just saved in our library, which we can now use freely in any of our projects.  GstarBIM Thanks to the 3D input cursor constraints options, designing objects in GstarBIM 2027 is easier than ever.

The updated version history dialog now lists all previous versions of your project. You can access any previous state and backup of the project with a single click. The dialog lists the different states of the project by version number, making it easy to select the version you want to use. By clicking on the name of the version selected in the list, you can also view its contents, so you can be sure that you are opening the correct project state. This feature is a great help in the event of any unexpected events or errors, but it is also very useful when we need to restore a status planned in a previous version for our client. As can be seen in this case, multiple drawings and views may be available in another status of the project, so we can always be sure that our plans and work are safe.

The new Structure tab in ARCHLine.XP 2026 includes several new features that are important from a structural point of view. Here you will find all the commands you need to create a structural plan for a building. With the help of the architectural grid, you can specify the main lines in the building, which will make the design process easier, and you can easily move the elements connected to the grid on the floor plan. If we need multiple grids in a plan, from now on, the other grids placed will follow the numbering of the previous grids, so we don't have to worry about continuity. When placing structural elements, we can place them freely or even assign them automatically to the intersection points of the grid with a separate command. The structural elements placed in this way are automatically connected to the intersection points of the architectural grid, so the structural elements move together with the grid. We can create slabs in several ways. After specifying the settings, we can automatically create them within the areas defined by the beams, or we can even specify an entire slab in the usual way. We can also assign reinforcement to the structural elements, thus creating the structural design of the building. We can customize the created structure in the 3D model. When adjusting the height of the columns, we can decide whether we want to modify only the height of the given column or all columns in a row. We can specify the value by which we want to change the height of the column graphically or numerically. The beams connected to the columns automatically follow the change and connect them to the other columns in the mesh according to the new shape. This makes it easier than ever to create complex structures. Once we have finished creating the structural elements in our project, we can add the architectural elements. The structural and architectural elements are fully compatible with each other, so we can switch between them seamlessly during the design process, depending on which one we need. By moving the center of rotation, we can easily focus on the part of the design we want to work on. Let's shape the roof and its supporting structure by adjusting the height of the columns. In our model, we can switch between displaying architectural and structural elements with a single click. If we want to change the type of a given element, we can do so with a single click. This feature is very useful when we have already placed an element during the design process, set all its properties, but need to change its type. By selecting the elements, the modification is made immediately, so the filters display the status corresponding to the new setting. The properties of the roof can always be customized according to the specific project. In the properties dialog, we can customize the structural elements of the roof, set the materials to be used, and specify the angle of inclination of each roof plane. Adjust the angle of inclination to the already created frame structure so that the two surfaces will fit together perfectly when placed. Once we have finished specifying the roof settings, we can place it in our project by drawing the desired shape. The settings of the roof planes can be modified after placement, allowing us to always create a shape that meets our specific needs. The navigation cube remembers the last rotation center set, making it easy to view the completed building. On the Structure tab, you can use the Analytics command to check the status of the connections between structural elements. In Analytics mode, a schematic model appears, showing only the structural elements. If you want to view the connections between structural elements, you can also display the connection points. In this case, green dots indicate good connections and red dots indicate faulty ones. The parameters of the structural elements can be displayed in an Excel table, allowing us to provide accurate calculations to the contractor after the design phase. GstarBIM The new Structure tab in GstarBIM 2027 includes several new features that are important from a structural and structural point of view.

ARCHLine.XP's built-in image editor is a versatile tool available directly within the program that allows you to quickly and efficiently modify images after they have been imported. The preview on the left side of the dialog box shows the changes you have made in real time. Here you can select the image you want to edit from the library, or paste a copied image from the clipboard. The right side of the dialog box contains the tools you can use to modify the image. The list contains the commands necessary for basic image editing, such as adjusting brightness, contrast, and mirroring the image. With these tools, you can modify images to match your visual design ideas. If you don't like one or more settings, you can use the undo button to restore the changes step by step. It is also possible to redo the changes, so you can always find the right state in the editing history. Once you have finished making changes, you can copy the images to the clipboard and save them to your computer. You can place the image copied to the clipboard in the desired view in the project or in another application. When saving the image, you can save the modified image to a specified folder on your computer, so that the visual design will be available for later use. If you don’t want to modify a saved render, you can also paste the desired image from the clipboard into the Mini photo editor. In this case, when you open the dialog, you don’t need to select the saved image from the library, but click on the clipboard button. The image will automatically appear in the preview and you can start editing. The same settings are available for editing images pasted from the clipboard as when browsing for images. After making your changes, copy the modified image to the clipboard or save the finished image to the desired directory on your computer. Thanks to this simple and easy-to-use feature, you don't need to use complicated image editing programs. Try the built-in Mini photo editor, modify your render images, and make your projects even more realistic for your clients. GstarBIM GstarBIM's built-in image editor is a versatile tool available directly within the program that allows you to quickly and efficiently modify images after they have been imported.

From now on, variants can be created for all library items. Object variants offer a flexible and efficient solution for managing objects that are similar but have different properties. With this feature, multiple versions can be created within a single object type, making it easy to compare different design or size options. This is particularly useful in projects where there are several modified or customized versions of the same element. Variants can be saved for objects from the object properties dialog, the floor plan, and the 3D view, and can be viewed later in the library. After modifying the object properties, all we have to do is give the variant a name. Elements with variants are indicated in the library by a folder icon in the upper right corner of the thumbnail, so that elements with variants can be distinguished. Clicking on the icon of these elements displays all variants associated with that element. Select the variant you want to use in your project from the list. If you are not satisfied with the variant, you can save new variants to the library and delete incorrect or unused variants. Similar to objects, variants used in the project cannot be deleted from the library; they must first be deleted from the project. Variants are available in every project, so saving them to the library can speed up future workflows and help you work more efficiently in the program.

The revamped sketch mode now allows us to perform not only basic edits, but also more complex modifications. The completely redesigned user interface provides commands for creating new objects, allowing you to create your own objects. You can now modify the materials of objects either in their entirety or surface by surface, allowing you to completely customize their appearance. In sketch mode, we can also edit and customize existing objects, so we can always save them to our library in a way that suits us. In this example, we use the 3D shape command to create a shelf on which we place decorative objects. With the possibilities offered by 2D and 3D, we can place the elements in the perfect position, thus expanding our library with high-quality objects. By freely moving objects, we can even combine several objects into one, for example, we can place a bouquet of flowers in a vase. We can use not only the menus that appear on the ribbon menu to realize our ideas, but also the object properties dialog. We can also freely transform objects dragged from the design center, so we can even create a picture leaning against a wall. Once editing is complete, save the finished object to the library so that it will be available for future use. In the library, you can freely determine the location of the new object and create your own folder system. Once you have finished saving, you can close the sketch mode or start editing a completely new object. When you return to your project, you can continue from where you left off before entering sketch mode. The possibilities offered by sketch mode are limited only by our imagination. With the available commands, we can create any creative object, so if we can't find something in the 3D Warehouse, we can make it ourselves.

The new slab vault types dialog box makes vault design quick and flexible, as you can choose from several well-known vault types. The vaults created in this way are parametric elements, which helps you create the desired shapes according to your specific needs. The vaults can be easily combined with walls and openings, thus forming an integral part of the model. The vaults function as slabs in the program, so in addition to parametric editing, you can also set the usual slab properties. In this example, we will show how easy it is to create new vault types by designing a wine cellar. Select the appropriate shape, set its parameters to fit the project, and then place it in your design. If necessary, all properties can be modified later, speeding up the workflow. After accurately surveying vaulted buildings, we can model the existing condition with the help of the new vault types. In the project views, we can create the appropriate connections with the surrounding structural elements, thus making the vault part of the building. With vaults, we can create any type of floor slab, allowing us to design historical buildings, wine cellars, hangars, and more. Once we have designed the structure of the building, all that remains is to furnish it according to its function. We can download any object from 3D Warehouse, making it easy to model the living spaces our clients have dreamed of. With the use of vaults, there are no limits to your imagination. Take advantage of the new possibilities and create the shapes you need to achieve the perfect end result.

Shadow settings allow us to specify the level of detail that best suits our needs based on our computer's performance and the complexity of the project. Thanks to this feature, shadow simulations, sunlight exposure, and shaded views of the model are now displayed with the level of detail we need to complete the task at hand. The resolution of shadows can be adjusted at any time in the settings, so it can always be tailored to specific needs regardless of the status of the project.

The operation of groups has been completely revamped in ARCHLine.XP 2026. From now on, editing or redefining a group will change all instances of that group in the drawing. By entering the group, we can make the desired changes, and then when we exit, all instances are automatically updated in our drawing. Thanks to this, there is no need to manually update all identical groups, reducing the possibility of errors. Groups can also be replaced with another group. Select the group you want to replace and specify the new one from the library. If you want to deselect a group from automatic updating, you can do so. In this case, this group will not follow the changes made to the original group. Replacing the group will reestablish the connection that was previously removed. GstarBIM The operation of groups has been completely revamped in GstarBIM 2027.

Thanks to the improved terrain editing tools, we can now modify the terrain in many ways in 3D view. By default, when you enter a new height, the program connects the selected terrain point to the surrounding points, so you can easily customize the terrain height to your needs. However, we also have the option of creating unique terrain shapes. In this case, we can modify the shape of the given area around the point with the specified radius. With the curved shape, we can raise or lower the terrain within the given circle. With the number of divisions, we can specify the number of terrain points created in the resulting shape, both in the radial direction and along the circle. The shape created in this way creates unique terrain features. In this case, the terrain editing does not take into account the existing surrounding terrain points, but adjusts the created shape to the existing terrain. After designing the building, it is important to create a suitable ornamental garden. If we do not want to connect the created shape to the terrain in a curved manner during landscaping, we also have the option to do so. By selecting the line option, a raised or sunken cone shape is created. Thanks to these functions, we can always create the unique terrain we need for our project. With advanced terrain editing tools, we can design the building's surroundings in a way that always enhances the quality of the planned building. This makes collaboration with landscape designers seamless and precise, whether for ornamental gardens, parks, natural areas, or urban plots.

In confined spaces, it may not be possible to move the camera in such a way that the desired view fits into the frame and to set up a view that clearly shows the characteristics of the room. In such cases, use the near clip plane command, which cuts the model at a specified distance from the camera and displays only the area beyond the cut plane. We can save the set near clipping planes for a given view, allowing us to set a unique near clipping plane for each view. This ensures that we always display the desired area in our 3D model. The program can send the near clipping planes set for the views together with the model to D5 render 3 or a newer versions. This means that we do not need to set the near clipping planes for the views separately; in D5 render, we only need to focus on creating the visual designs. If necessary, we can modify the position of the cut planes in D5 render, which can be done in the view properties. Near clipping planes provide a simple and effective solution for quickly removing elements in the camera's path without having to turn off certain elements in the 3D model.

Let's create a wall layer graphically on the floor plan. Select the side of the wall to which you want to add the layer, then specify the thickness of the new layer. This will automatically open the composite structure dialog, where you can set the properties of the new wall layer. After setting the desired parameters, the changes will immediately appear in the 2D and 3D views.