About Manipulating Models

Learn how to navigate, measure, markup, and add attachments to models.

Topics in this section

To Measure Distance and Area
Make linear, angular, and area measurements and capture the shortest distance using the Measure tool.
To Compare Model Versions
When viewing a merged model, you can view different versions of the individual models to see changes from version to version.
To Work with Markups
You can create and share links to design markups with project members.
To Specify Model Background
You can choose a background effect for your models.
To Select Similar Objects
In Object Properties, you can select an object property and select similar instances in the model. Then you can isolate the element for viewing.
To View Object Properties
When viewing models, you can access the properties for objects such as ducts, walls, floors, and pipes.
To Search for Data or Objects
Use Search to find object attributes, metadata, and review markups from saved models.
To Work with Model Activity Updates
The Activities module displays a list of all the recorded activities for the currently open model or the entire project.
To Add a Link or Attach a File to a Model Element
You can attach links (URLs) or file attachments to models.
To Download Models
You can download models from BIM 360 Glue to your computer.