Tobe Builder Pro
Desktop App for Construction Visual Planning
By Ken and 2 others3 authors48 articles
Install Tobe Builder ProHow to download and install Tobe Builder
Login & Project MenuHow to login to Tobe Builder Pro and access or create a project
Project Creation (2.6.2)How to create a project in Tobe Builder
Understanding ToBe Suite LicensesIssuing and working with a ToBe Licenses
Basics of Tobe Builder ProUnderstanding the layout and functions of the Tobe Builder Pro home screen.
Top MenuUpper Menu of Tobe Builder Interface
Scene WindowThe Scene window is the 3D environment within which all geometry both GIS and BIM can be displayed.
Selection InspectorSelection-based panel for inspecting, editing and performing actions
Views - DeprecatedThe Views Menu allows users to save camera positions that you can snap back to at any point during your project.
View StatesReturn the Scene to a previously saved state
Measure ToolTobe Builder allows users to place measurements into the 3D model space
How to Configure Tobe Builder for Best Performance on older hardwareTobe Builder can be configured to operate on both high powered CAD/Gaming PCs, as well as tuned for older less powerful hardware.
Importing GIS Layers & ServicesHow to setup GIS basemaps, elevation layers and map and scene services from ArcGIS
Esri ArcGIS Supported ServicesTobe Builder Supported service types
Import BIMs from your Local storageHow to import BIMs and 3D models from your local drive
Import BIMs from Autodesk Construction CloudHow to import models from your ACC or BIM360 project
Import BIMs from Trimble ConnectHow to import BIMs from your Trimble Connect project.
BIM HierarchyExploring your Asset in the BIM Model Hierarchy
Selection SetsA selection set is a shortcut to saving a element selection for later use.
MaterialsThe Materials feature allows you to apply materials to BIM elements from the Material Library
Working with Complex BIM filesHow to optimise BIM files for complex scenes
Refresh Search Set BIM Links
Working with Time in Tobe BuilderHow the Task, Resource and Sequence Menus work together
Programme HierarchyA setup menu for uploaded schedules
Linking Geometry to a TaskHow to link BIM elements to a point in time (task)
Task InspectorThe task inspector lets to access and update task information
Bulk Import Tasks & BIM Links with TSVBulk Import Tasks & BIM Links
Construction Visualisation StylesEnhance visualisation of BIM links using animations and color transitions
Library Resource and Project ResourcesA resource within Tobe Builder is the digital representation of equipment, materials and people
Work ZonesTobe Builder allows users to place work zones into the 3D model space.
PathsHow to create paths in Tobe Builder
Creating Resources & BIMs - Prefab ToolThe Prefab tool can be used to manipulate BIMs or create resources from BIMs
Resource AnimationHow to animate resources in Tobe Builder
SequencesSequences can be used to export a video or as a pre-planned tour through space and time.
Simple TimelineAnimated timeline for sequence exports
AnnotationsCreating and Updating Annotations
OverlaysOverlays allows schedule information to be overlayed on the scene window.
Interactive ModeThe Interactive Mode allows users to experience the environment from an interactive first person walking, running or driving point of view.
Virtual Reality Interactive ModeAn OpenXR VR Mode for ToBe Builder Desktop
Publish to Augmented RealityHow publish AR Views to TobeMaps
Graphics and Rendering
Guide to configuring Tobe Builder for optimal performance on your PC.
Application SettingsDetailed Breakdown of Tobe Builder's Graphics Settings