We have been working hard on the last few weeks on the newest version of OrthoGraph. This new version comes with three major novelty.
First of all, you can enjoy the 3D and also the 2D view in full HD because we have upgraded the graphical engine behind OrthoGraph. So if you have an iPad with Retina screen, you will definitely see the improvement in the visual appearance of the software.
The previous engine was the cause of several problems so this development will significantly improve the stability of the application.
However OrthoGraph is considered an intuitive application, it was always important for us to help our users understand every function in the app. That's why we decided to create a new tutorial and first steps demonstration for the app. We believe that this will help you better understand the logic behind OrthoGraph and whenever you need help, you can access it with a simple click on the little blue hat icon.
Screenshot from the new tutorial
Last but not least we have also improved our IFC export file enhancing the CAD compatibility. With the IFC file you can transfer your OrthoGraph floorplan to most of the CAD software like ArchiCAD, AutoCAD, Vectorworks etc...
However we work with industry standard export formats such as IFC and DXF, many of our users or to-be users ask about the compatibility of OrthoGraph with a specific software that they are using for their everyday work.
So we decided that we will show you how OrthoGraph export files work in different CAD software. At this time, we would like to write about the Vectorworks compatibility. We have tested the OrthoGraph export files in Vectorworks 2015 software both with the DXF and with the IFC export files.
Please watch our short video about the OrthoGraph- Vectorworks compatibility and see it with your own eyes how simple and accurate it is:
DXF export
OrthoGraph's DXF export is a two dimensional export format. To use this, you don't have to do anything else but export your OrthoGraph project in DXF either with the "Upload to Dropbox" tool or with the "Send by email" tool.
You can choose from single and separate layers. Separate layers means that every location and measurement will be on a separate layer. If you chose single layer then everything will be on one layer.
In Vectorworks, you can click on File/Import/ DXF import and simply open the file. After that, we recommend to click on View/Zoom/ Fit to page area in order to see the model well.
This steps will result a fully measured and accurate 2D floor plan.
IFC export
OrthoGraph's IFC format is a 3D format. To use this, you don't have to do anything else but export your
OrthoGraph project in IFC either with the "Upload to Dropbox" tool or
with the "Send by email" tool.
There are also the same steps in Vectorworks. Simply select File/Import/ IFC import and open your IFC file. In View menu select Layer Options/ and allow "Show others".
With these settings, you will be able to see the full 3D model.
