What is Enable Box Mode?
The "Enable Box Mode" tool lets you quickly create area and linear measurements by clicking and dragging to form square or rectangular shapes. This feature speeds up the process of applying area measurements and perimeter linear measurements, making your work more efficient.
How to use Enable Box Mode
Step 1: Choose the assembly or measurement you would like to begin. You must be in the process of applying the measurement to enable box mode.
Step 2: When you are ready go to "Tools" and select "Enable Box Mode".
Step 3: Left click and drag from one corner of the space to the other. You will see the measurement take the shape of a square or rectangle. Simply release the mouse to stop the measurement
Step 4: Select "Stop"
Enable Box Mode Pro Tips:
If you have ortho enabled, it will keep your box mode as a perfect square. Simply disable ortho to freely apply rectangular shapes.
You can use box mode on linear measurements. This is great for perimeter measurements!
You can couple box mode with the "Subtract From Area" tool. This allows you to subtract from area by clicking and dragging. This is perfect for elevation measurements wherein you need to remove windows, doors, etc. from the area measurement.