How to Draw
How to use the drawing tools
By Holly1 author30 articles
Basics
The simple start
Drawing Basic ShapesAn introduction to the basic drawing methods
Selecting One or More GeometriesSelect a geometry to manipulate it
Control Points & MidpointsUse control points to edit shapes
Extruding & Push/PullExpand edges orthographically with extrusion handles and push/pull mode
Move & Rotate GeometriesQuickly move geometries around in your project.
Scale and StretchScale and Stretch geometries using the bounding box handles
Copy, Paste, Cut, DeleteUse the clipboard tools to duplicate geometries quickly
Shortcuts / HotkeysLearn the hotkeys to accelerate your drawing speed
Draw with Precision
using snaps and advanced tools
Measure
Inputting Exact Lengths & DistancesLearn how to draft with precisely using this guide.
Snapping & OrthoDraw accurately by snapping to points and edges, or use ortho for right angles.
Using the GridUse a project grid to set project north and establish rhythm.
Advanced Modelling CommandsSome more advanced drawing commands!
Align and DistributeAlign and distribute multiple geometries
Isolate & X-raySelect and edit overlapping items with Isolate or Xray modes
Exploding & BakingTake geometries back to their basic raw form
The Pet MenuQuick controls on right click
Appearance
Adjust the style of your geometries
Change AppearanceUse visuals to tell a story about your data
FillChange the color and opacity fill of a geometry
Line AppearanceAdjust the dash, weight, and color of geometry outlines
Arrows & Line CapsChange the appearance of line ends
Change Appearance Widget PresetsAdd new colors to your presets
Annotations
How to Use annotations in Giraffe
Work with AnnotationsAdd text and dimensions to your drawing
Annotation Label StylesStyle your annotation labels
Pop Ups (Clickable Annotations)Pop ups appear on click
Edit Label TextLabels include a Text field for custom callouts
Importing 3D ModelsHow to bring in 3D models
Importing Images as AnnotationsAdd images to the map as flat areas.