Workflows

Align Objects

July 25, 2025
1:18
Blocking & Stacking
Massing Studies
Space Planning

Video Description

What You'll Learn

  • Use the align tool to line up multiple selected objects precisely
  • Lock an object so everything else aligns relative to it
  • Preview alignment directly on the canvas before applying it
  • Align objects in 3D and across multiple stories, not just in 2D

Transcript

Let's take a moment to explore the align tool. When multiple objects are selected, the align buttons become visible in the properties panel. By hovering over any icon, a preview of the alignment can be seen directly on the canvas. Clicking on any of these icons applies the alignment. If an object such as this reference line is locked, it becomes the anchor. When alignment is applied, all other objects move relative to the locked object. This feature is particularly useful for accurately aligning objects to a grid or grid line. The align tool also works in 3D and across multiple stories. Hovering over the align buttons will show a preview of the planes along which the objects will align. This demonstrates how the align tool smartly adapts based on the current view. Similar to 2D, objects can also be aligned to locked reference lines in 3D. Try it out and see how it speeds up space planning.

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July 25, 2025
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