How to create a new project

In this tutorial, you will learn how to create a new cmBuilder project. We'll cover how to customize 3D maps for projects, including defining map tile size, setting terrain mode, and reviewing/updating scenarios.

1. Create

• From the landing page (Projects), click Create (top right)
• Enter a project name
• There's also an option to upload a project cover photo here
• Click Next: Setup 3D Map

2. Define the map tile size

• Enter an address for the project and the viewer will navigate the globe to the location
• Select from a predefined size or adjust to a custom size
• Small - 305 x 305 [m]
• Medium - 610 x 610 [m]
• Large - 915 x 915 [m]
• Extra Large - 1725 x 1725 [m]
• Custom - 100-5000 [m]
• To adjust to a custom size, either; drag the corners of the box in the viewer, drag the handle on the panel, or type a value from 100-5000 m
• To adjust the location of the preview box, pan the viewer by using right-click and drag
• Click Generate 3D Map

• Address/Origin conflict warning may appear if the preview box (origin) has been moved from the dropped pin (address)
• Click Set New Address to combine them

3. Set Terrain Mode

• Select from Topographic or flat map mode
• If flat map mode selected - there's an option to define the sea-level elevation at all points
• "Flat map will be set at zero sea level by default, adjust this number to manually set the desired ground elevation"
• Define the map tile thickness by dragging the handle on the panel or entering a value from 20-200 m
• Default thickness is set to 20 m - this may only be of consequence for deep excavations
• Toggle on Display Sea level Indicator to measure sea level on map
• Click Apply and Create Scenario

4. Review and Update

• After performing the above steps a scenario has been created and you are now ready to begin working; however, if the location, size or terrain of the map requires changing, ensure to make this change prior to starting work if possible, as all scenarios must be deleted first
• To update the map:
  • Confirm the pop-up
  • Make the desired changes
  • Click Generate 3D Map
• Return to project 'Overview' page by clicking the project name in the navigation tree
• Click the three dots on the scenario card and click Delete
• Click Update
• Now, recreate the scenario by clicking Create

Additional Links:

Create a Scenario

Update Map Data