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📏 Extended to 3D view

Extended to 3D view creates customizable 3D views with advanced section box controls and side-by-side viewing options, perfect for detailed element inspection while maintaining your current workflow.
Version 1.5 | The Best of the Best

Overview​

This advanced tool extends beyond basic 3D view creation by offering precise control over section box sizing, view selection, and workspace layout. Perfect for detailed element analysis, understanding complex geometries, and maintaining productive workflows with simultaneous 2D and 3D visualization.

Key Features​

Usage includes:

  • Advanced 3D View Creation: Creates targeted 3D views with customizable section box parameters.
  • Section Box Size Control: Adjust section box padding around selected elements for optimal context.
  • Side-by-Side Layout: Display 3D view alongside current view for simultaneous 2D/3D work.
  • View Template Selection: Choose which existing 3D view to use as the base for new section box view.
  • Scope Box Integration: Convert rotated or off-axis scope boxes into precise section box boundaries.

Requirements​

Before using Extended to 3D view, ensure your environment meets the following prerequisites:

 Autodesk Revit: From version 2020 to newest.
 NonicaTab: NonicaTab Pro or NonicaTab Free.

Video​

Usage​

Basic Advanced 3D View Creation​

  1. Select Elements: Choose the element(s) you want to inspect in 3D:
    • Individual Elements: Click on specific components requiring detailed inspection
    • Multiple Elements: Select related elements for comprehensive analysis
    • Scope Boxes: Choose existing scope boxes, including rotated or off-axis ones
  2. Navigate to NonicaTab → Extended To 3D view.
  3. Configure View Options: Set up your 3D view parameters using the dialog options below.

Configuration Options​

  1. View Selection:
    • Choose Base 3D View: Select which existing 3D view to use (e.g., "3D view interior")
    • View Template Application: Selected view's template and settings will be applied
  2. Section Box Size Control:
    • Extra Size Setting: Adjust padding around selected elements
    • Zero Value: Section box fits tightly around elements
    • Positive Values: Adds padding for additional context (e.g., "2" for moderate padding)
  3. Layout Options:
    • Standard View: Creates standalone 3D view (uncheck side-by-side option)
    • Side-by-Side Layout: Enable to display 3D view alongside current view
  4. Execute: Click Create Section Box to generate the configured 3D view.

Side-by-Side Workflow​

  1. Enable Side-by-Side: Check "Add 3D view to Side" option.
  2. Workspace Layout: Tool creates split-screen layout with:
    • Current View: Maintains your active floor plan or working view
    • 3D View: Displays selected elements with section box on adjacent pane
  3. View Management: Only current view and new 3D view remain open (closes other views).
  4. Simultaneous Work: Continue 2D design while monitoring 3D implications in real-time.

Advanced Scope Box Integration​

  1. Rotated Scope Box Selection:
    • Select scope boxes that are off-axis or rotated to building grid
    • Tool maintains scope box orientation in section box creation
  2. Configure for Scope Boxes:
    • Set "Extra Size" to zero for precise scope box boundaries
    • Disable side-by-side if standalone 3D view is preferred
  3. Result: New 3D view with section box matching scope box dimensions and rotation.

FAQ​

Extended to 3D view offers advanced controls including section box padding adjustment, 3D view template selection, and side-by-side layout options, while the basic version provides simple, instant 3D view creation.

Extra Size adds padding around your selected elements. Setting it to "0" creates a tight-fitting section box, while higher values (like "2") add more context around the elements for better spatial understanding.

The tool closes all other views and displays only your current working view and the new 3D view in a split-screen layout, optimizing your workspace for simultaneous 2D/3D work.

Yes! The tool works excellently with rotated scope boxes, maintaining their orientation in the resulting section box. This is particularly useful for buildings with angled walls or irregular layouts.

Yes, the tool allows you to select from existing 3D views in your project. The chosen view's template, visual style, and settings will be applied to your new section box view.

No, the side-by-side layout is a workspace arrangement for that session. You can close either view independently or rearrange your workspace as needed after the tool completes.