New project, Open project & Import Scan/CAD data

Create a new project, open existing .bce or .bcex file, or import any supported pointcloud or CAD data. Refer to section Supported File Formats for a list of formats.

File save: Saves the current file. Considering the nature of this software to handle very large datasets, sometimes the file size is quite large and it takes substantial time to save the file. In such an event, the BloomCE Desktop uses "smart" technique to temporarily disable auto-save feature; instead, it shows a white File Save icon in bottom right portion of 3D window to indicate that users should save the file at their own convenient break. It is highly recommended to save the file.

Windows explorer: Opens windows explorer with current project directory highlighted. Users frequently want to access the assets folder, where many screen captures or access Excel data folders.

Package Tool: Create a DesktopView file (.bcex) for the content visible on screen. This is a handy way to share data with colleagues.

Export unified data: Refer to Export Tool

Export gridded: Export pointclouds in a spherical grid format.

Coordinate system: BloomCE desktop handshakes with data from CAD systems such as AutoCAD, Revit to read the large/GEO coordinates. In the projects, where such coordinates are available, users can switch the user interface between Project coordinates (usually smaller numbers) and World Coordinates (usually large numbers). Users can make the switch anytime in the UI and they will find that coordinates values match in the other CAD systems. While exporting data, back to those CAD system, BloomCE desktop automatically chooses the best coordinate system and it is independent of the setting in pull down menu.

History: Shows a list of projects that were recently saved.

Root folder: All projects are saved under the root folder shown in the UI. Users are recommended to review the performance section regarding management of root folder.

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