1.1.1 Drawing Overlay - Align & Position

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The Align & Position tool allows you to accurately scale, rotate, and position a drawing to match the map tile by selecting two reference points common to both the Drawing Overlay and Scenario map tile. This ensures your drawing aligns correctly with the map and can be used as a reliable reference for planning and modeling.

In this article, we cover:

• Launch the Align & Position Tool
• Update Geolocate Points

Launch the Align & Position Tool

After uploading the drawing select Align & Position from the Side Sheet Toolbar. The interface switches to a split-screen view, with the 3D Viewer on the left and a drawing viewer on the right.

To align the drawing:

• Identify two distinct features that are visible on both the drawing and the map. It is recommended to choose features that are on the ground and permanent, ideally not larger than one square foot. It is also recommended to choose points from the surrounding area -not the site- to minimize scientific error.
• Place the first point on the drawing (D1) (1), then select the matching point on the map (M1) (2).
• Place the second point on the drawing (D2) (3), then select the matching point on the map (M2) (4).
• As the points are placed, the drawing automatically adjusts its position, orientation, and scale. On the map, you can click and drag the points to refine alignment (2 & 4).
• To reposition a single point use the reposition button (5) on point card in the side sheet.
• Adjust the split-screen ratio as needed by clicking and dragging the divider handle in the middle (6). 
• Consider hiding the Scenario Tree (7) to see more of map and/or drawing. 
• To verify alignment use the Opacity slider (8) to check how closely the drawing aligns with the map.
• When Don't change scale is enabled (9), the drawing maintains its original size. This allows you to adjust position and rotation without affecting scale.
• Click Confirm (10) to apply the alignment.

After confirmation, the drawing is fixed in place with its scale, rotation, and position saved, making it ready for use as a reference for planning and modeling.

Update Geolocate Points

The Geolocate points option allows you to align the drawing using exact coordinates for higher accuracy. Place both map points (M1 and M2), then enter the coordinate values in the enabled fields; the drawing updates automatically.

💡 Note: Coordinate fields are enabled only after both map points are placed.