Tracing Tools
Mark a traced 2D plan with opening indicators. Trace tools place lightweight markers that LizArk converts into real 3D doors, windows, gates, and ventilators during generation.
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Trace Wall
Draw paired 2D wall lines with exact thickness, center or side modes, snapping, dimensions, and jump openings.
Trace Opening Base
Shared controls for all tracing tools: enabling Trace, snapping to wall pairs, width input, templates, and shortcuts.
Trace Compound Wall
Trace multi-layer compound wall markers on a 2D plan before generating 3D multi-leaf walls.
Trace Door
Place 2D door markers (D) on a traced plan with template widths 30in, 36in, 42in, and 60in.
Trace Window
Place 2D window markers (W) with template widths 24in, 36in, 48in, and 72in, including visual symbols.
Trace Gate
Place 2D gate markers (G) on a traced plan with wider templates: 72in, 96in, 120in, and 144in.
Trace Ventilator
Place 2D ventilator markers (V) with templates 18in, 24in, 30in, and 36in.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about LizArk tracing tools.
What are tracing tools used for?
Tracing tools let you mark door, window, gate, and ventilator positions on a 2D imported plan. The markers are later picked up by LizArk's Generate 3D workflow to cut openings at the correct locations.
Do I need to prepare the drawing before tracing?
Yes. Walls must be available as edges on a trace wall layer or tagged with the Xpress3D trace_wall selection role. Use Trace Wall first, or move/draw wall edges onto the trace walls layer.
When should I use Trace Door instead of Draw Door?
Use Trace Door when you already imported a 2D plan and want to drop markers quickly. Use Draw Door for direct 3D placement on existing SketchUp walls.
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