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Properties Inspector

Inspect BIM properties

Written by Jovan Harrod

The Properties Inspector provides an intuitive way to inspect and interact with the attributes of elements within your virtual model. It allows users to select components, view detailed properties, toggle visibility, and manage elements in both full-scale and table-scale views.


Key Capabilities

  • Select and inspect model elements

  • View and scroll through detailed properties

  • Hide or show individual elements

  • Use in both immersive and table-scale modes


How to Use the Properties Inspector

1. Accessing the Properties Inspector

  • Enable Selection:
    Open the hand menu and activate the Selection Tool.

  • Select an Element:
    Point at the desired element and pull the trigger.
    The selected element will highlight (e.g., turn green), and its properties will appear in the Properties Inspector panel.


2. Interacting with Elements

  • Switching Selections:
    Selecting a new element will automatically deselect the previous one.
    The Properties Inspector updates in real time.

  • Clearing Selections:
    Press the Clear button in the Properties Inspector to deselect all elements.

  • Hide / Show Elements:

    • To hide: Select the element and press the Hide button.

    • To show: Press the Show button to make it visible again.


3. Scrolling Through the Properties Panel

You can scroll through long property lists using:

  • Joystick Scroll: Push the joystick down while pointing at the panel.

  • Scroll Bar: Point at the scroll bar and pull the trigger to drag it.

  • Direct Panel Interaction: Point and pull the trigger on the panel itself, using touch-like gestures to scroll.


4. Using the Properties Inspector in Table Scale

  • Open the Properties Inspector and position it for easy viewing.

  • Adjust the model size for more precise selection.

  • Select elements and interact with their properties just as you would in full-scale mode.


Summary

The Properties Inspector is a powerful tool for inspecting and managing model attributes in XR. With features like selection, visibility toggles, and scrollable property panels, it enhances your ability to interact with complex models—whether you're working in immersive or table-scale views.

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