ConVoid Manager Stand-Alone
This guide walks you through the essential features of ConVoid Manager in nine short chapters. By the end, you will be able to set up a project, navigate 3D models, create and review issues, manage approvals, and export reports.
You can follow along using the sample project files or your own IFC and BCF files. The demo package includes a .cc file (ConVoid Manager Project File) that contains multiple models and issues, so you can explore the full workflow right away.
Before You Begin
System and File Requirements:
- System Requirements
- Maximum import file size: up to 2 GB
- Supported file formats:
.ifc,.frag,.cc,.bcf,.bcfzip
IFC and BCF Requirements:
- All IFC models must use the same units (meters).
- All IFC models must share the same origin point.
- For optimal compatibility, IFC and BCF files should also share the same origin.
Download, Install and Activate
To get started, download and install ConVoid Manager. You can also download the demo project files to follow along with this guide.
Chapters
| Step | Chapter | What You Will Learn |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Setup Your User Profile | Set your discipline and interface language |
| 02 | Create Your First Project | Create a project file and configure project settings |
| 03 | Adding IFC and BCF Files | Import models, manage building levels |
| 04 | Basic Navigation and Visibility | Navigate 3D, select elements, control visibility |
| 05 | Measurements in Model | Use the 3-Axis Laser and Point-to-Point tools |
| 06 | Create and Review Issues | Create issues, configure BCF settings, manage markups |
| 07 | Making and Reviewing Approvals | Submit and review discipline-based approvals |
| 08 | Model Change Tracking | Track and review changes between model versions |
| 09 | Exchange and Reports | Export BCF, PDF, HTML, XLSX, and CSV reports |