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Welcome to Trimble Drawing
Trimble Drawing is a lightweight online 2D CAD editor that will help enhance your workflow by seamlessly creating, editing, and collaborating on your construction drawings.
As participants of Early Engagement Beta testing phase, you have the unique opportunity to experience our software's innovative capabilities firsthand and help shape its future.
We're just getting started...
We're just getting started...
Our vision reaches beyond creating yet another complex 2D CAD editor. Instead, we're striving to build a complete set of tools and capabilities designed to streamline your visual construction documentation workflows. Our goal is to make it easier to extract precise data from your 3D models and customize them to match your unique requirements.
Today, we're taking the first step by introducing 2D drawing editing and viewing, but as we move forward, our focus remains on simplifying workflows, placing the power in your hands to seamlessly translate your 3D data into a flexible, customized representation that suits your needs.
Stay tuned for more exciting stuff!
Early Engagement
Early Engagement
Smooth onboarding
Smooth onboarding
This guide is tailored to provide you with a smooth onboarding experience and equip you with the necessary knowledge to navigate our features.
Share your feedback
Share your feedback
We encourage you to thoroughly test each feature, push the boundaries, and provide us with your feedback, insights, and suggestions as we refine and optimize our software for a seamless user experience.
Work in progress
Work in progress
As an Beta version, some features are being developed or not yet available. We strive to create a lightweight CAD editor with most of the functionalities our customers may need. Find here some known limitations & issues.
Building together
Building together
Your input will shape the future of our product and contribute to its success. Together, we will pave the way for a new CAD experience.
🙌 New Beta Features!
🙌 New Beta Features!
In response to your amazing feedback from the Alpha version, we are delighted to introduce some exciting new features in the Beta release, most notably the Block Library and Region Hatching/Fill.
Block Library allows you to effortlessly create and oversee your blocks, enhancing your drawing capabilities.
Region Hatch/Fill enables you to apply hatching or fills to your drawings, adding depth and detail to your work.
Additionally, we've included the ability to create new drawings directly from Trimble Drive.
Rest assured, our commitment to continual improvement and feature enhancements remains steady. Your active involvement in Trimble Drawing is truly appreciated. 🙏
Let's get started!
Let's get started!
Sign up
Sign up
To sign up for the Trimble Drawing Beta you can use your Trimble Identity credentials and access to Trimble Connect and Trimble Drive.
Click on the link below to launch Trimble Drawing
Trimble drawing will open
Open a file
Open a file
Within Trimble drawing a File picker will surface connected to your own Connect account.
Here you can select an existing .dwg or .dxf, located in your Trimble Connect storage.
If you require an empty .dwg you can upload the following file within the file selector and use that to test Trimble Drawing.
Create a new file
Create a new file
To create a new file, follow these simple steps using Trimble Drive:
Open Trimble Drive by selecting "Open from Trimble Drive" from the hamburger menu.
You'll be directed to the Construction Cloud.
Navigate to your desired folder for the new drawing.
Click "New," and choose "New Trimble Drawing."
Once the Trimble Drawing opens, add a title and select your preferred template.
Congratulations! Your new drawing is now created.
User Interface overview
User Interface overview
Familiarize yourself with the different components of the Trimble Drawing interface, including the toolbar, command line, drawing canvas, properties panel, and navigation tools. Understanding these elements will help you navigate and interact with your drawings effectively.
Navigation
Navigation
To navigate Trimble Drawing effectively, you will primarily utilize the Pan and Zoom functionalities. For panning, simply use the middle mouse button, while the scroll wheel allows you to zoom in and out of the canvas.
By default, the selection tool is active, enabling you to easily access it with the left mouse button. This allows you to select and manipulate objects within the Trimble Drawing interface.
Drawing geometries
Drawing geometries
Discover the wide range of drawing tools offered in Trimble Drawing. These tools encompass options such as line, circle, rectangle, polyline, and more. They are designed to assist you in creating and editing shapes, lines, and other elements within your drawing.
The drawing tools are conveniently located and grouped on the toolbar, providing easy access to your editing needs.
Modifying objects
Modifying objects
You can make adjustments to objects in your drawing by utilizing various commands such as Move, Rotate, Scale, Mirror, and Trim. These commands allow you to perform precise modifications to your design, enabling you to manipulate and refine your drawings effectively.
The modifying tools are conveniently located and grouped on the toolbar, providing easy access to your editing needs.
Properties
Properties
The Trimble Drawing properties panel is a crucial component of the software, enabling you to edit elements and customize them according to your requirements. It provides convenient options to modify colors, weights, and various other aspects based on the element type.
To access the properties panel, simply click on the bottom-right button located on the status bar.
Layers & visibility
Layers & visibility
Utilize the layers panel to organize your drawing by separating different elements onto individual layers. You can control the visibility and edibility of each layer, helping you manage complex drawings more efficiently.
The layers panel also allows you to easily specify color, style and line weight for the elements in that layer.
To access the layers panel, simply click on the button located on the left side of the status bar.
Sheets & layout
Sheets & layout
Efficiently organize your sheets by grouping them and creating new sheets tailored to your specific size, units, and specifications. This allows you to maintain a well-structured workflow and ensures that your sheets are customized to meet your exact needs.
To access the layers panel, simply click on the button located on the left side of the status bar.
Snapping & Precision
Snapping & Precision
Maximize the accuracy of object placement and alignment by utilizing the snapping and precision tools available. Enable grid and snap settings to align objects to specific points or grids, ensuring precise positioning. Additionally, leverage the Ortho mode for creating perfectly horizontal and vertical lines, maintaining a high level of precision in your designs.
Dimensions & annotations
Dimensions & annotations
Annotations and dimensions are crucial tools for adding information and ensuring accurate measurements in your drawings. Annotations allow you to provide textual information, labels, and notes to convey important details about your design.
Dimensions enable you to specify the size, distance, and angles within your drawing. Trimble Drawing provides various dimensioning tools, such as linear, angular, radial, and diameter dimensions, allowing you to accurately represent measurements. These dimensions can be customized with different styles, units, and precision settings to meet your specific requirements.
Commands
Commands
Command prompting allows for quick and direct access to a wide range of functionalities, saving you valuable time and effort. It enables experienced users to work more efficiently, as they can execute commands swiftly using keyboard shortcuts or by typing the command name. Additionally, command prompting provides a streamlined workflow, making it easier to execute complex operations and achieve desired outcomes with precision.
For a complete list of all the available commands use the following button:
Help & Support
Help & Support
If you encounter any difficulties, bugs, ideas or have questions, you can leave a short comment and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
As an Beta product, certain fundamental functionalities are currently under development and not yet accessible. You can find here some known limitations and issues
Building together
Building together
We are committed to a collaborative approach in building this product, where your input and feedback are essential.
Our goal is to work hand-in-hand with you to develop Trimble Drawing into a highly successful product. Together, we can prioritize key features, incorporate your suggestions, and fine-tune every aspect to meet your specific needs and requirements. Your partnership is vital to creating a product that truly serves you and exceeds your expectations.
FAQ
FAQ
Q. What is Trimble Drawing?
Q. What is Trimble Drawing?
A. Trimble Drawing is a software tool that allows users to create, edit, and collaborate on 2D CAD drawings through a web browser. It eliminates the need for local installations and enables users to access their drawings and work from anywhere with an internet connection.
Q. What is the purpose of the Beta testing program?
Q. What is the purpose of the Beta testing program?
A. The Beta testing program aims to gather feedback from a select group of users like yourself to identify any issues, gather insights, and refine our cloud-based 2D CAD editor. Your participation in the program is essential in helping us improve the software and shape its future development.
Q. What should I focus on during Beta testing?
Q. What should I focus on during Beta testing?
A. As an Beta tester, we encourage you to thoroughly explore Trimble drawing's features and functionalities. Test various tools, perform different actions, and try to identify any bugs, glitches, or usability issues. Additionally, please provide feedback on your overall experience, suggestions for improvement, and any additional features you think would enhance the software.
Q. How can I get support or report issues during the Beta testing phase?
Q. How can I get support or report issues during the Beta testing phase?
A. We greatly appreciate your feedback and encourage you to reach out to our dedicated support team for any assistance or to report any issues you encounter. You can contact us through the provided support channels or utilize the feedback mechanisms within the Early Engagement Platform.
Q. How can I participate in the Beta testing program?
Q. How can I participate in the Beta testing program?
A. Participation in the Beta testing program is by invitation only. If you have received an invitation, follow the instructions provided to join the program. We appreciate your willingness to contribute and provide feedback during this crucial phase.
Q. Can I share my Beta testing experience with others?
Q. Can I share my Beta testing experience with others?
A. During the Beta testing phase, we request that you refrain from sharing specific details or screenshots of the software with the public or on social media platforms. However, you are welcome to discuss your general experiences and impressions with fellow beta testers within the designated communication channels or forums provided.
Q. How long will the Beta testing program last?
Q. How long will the Beta testing program last?
A. The duration of the Beta testing program can vary. We will provide you with information about the program timeline, including the start and end dates. Your commitment to actively participate during this period is greatly appreciated.
Q. Is my data safe in the cloud?
Q. Is my data safe in the cloud?
A. Absolutely! We prioritize the security and confidentiality of your data. Our cloud infrastructure follows industry-standard security protocols, including encryption and secure access controls, to ensure your drawings are protected. We also implement regular backups to prevent data loss.
All set!
All set!
Give it a try, push the boundaries & don't hesitate to provide us with your valuable feedback along the way.
Give it a try, push the boundaries & don't hesitate to provide us with your valuable feedback along the way.
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