DXF Overlays

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Upload DXFs of contour and site maps to be viewed and interacted with in DroneDeploy's 2D and 3D Explore page. 

To upload a DXF, choose Add in the left panel of your project next to Overlays

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Then, select the option for 2D/3D Visualization

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Upload your DXF File and wait for the on screen prompts to let you know this is uploading: 

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Completed overlays will appear in the left panel. Click into this panel to show additional layer options: 

Toggle them on and off with the check box:

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Click on a file name to reveal additional options such as attributes, color and opacity:

 

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DXFs will visualize over your map when toggled on:

 

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Interacting with your DXF

 

Select DXF features to reveal attribute details, or create annotations: 

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Easily select polygons in your DXF to add volumes and area annotations:

 

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These annotations can be measured and reported on through the Annotations tab:

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Viewing in 3D

Your DXF is supported in both 2D and 3D. For guidance on using DXFs in 3D space for visualization and Cut/Fill, check out this article:

Upload a 3D DXF for Visualization & Cut/Fill analysis

 

FAQ

Is there a size limitation on DXF files?

There is no limit published at this time. If you have issues uploading your file, please reach out to support@dronedeploy.com

 

What attribute types are supported?

We support the following Entity types: LINE, CIRCLE, ARC, POLYLINE, LWPOLYLINE, BLOCK, and INSERT

 

 

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