3D Cloud Room Planner User Guide

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Introduction

Welcome to the 3D Cloud™ Room Planner! This powerful web-based tool allows you to design and visualize your space in immersive 3D. Whether you're planning a room renovation, rearranging furniture, or designing a completely new space, our Room Planner provides all the tools you need to bring your vision to life.

This user guide will walk you through all the features and functions of the 3D Room Planner, from creating your first floor plan to sharing your finished design. Let's get started!

Key Benefits of 3D Cloud Room Planner

• No Special Hardware Required - Works on any modern computer with a supported web browser

• Easy to Use - Intuitive interface requires no special design or technical knowledge

• Realistic Visualization - See your space in real-time realism in 3D before making any real-world changes

• Extensive Product Catalog - Access thousands of real furniture and décor items with accurate dimensions

• Powerful Design Tools - Create, customize, and perfect your space with professional-grade tools

• Sharing and Collaboration - Easily share your designs with friends, family, or design professionals

• Cloud-Based - Access your projects from anywhere and never worry about losing your work

How to Use This Guide

This guide is organized to follow your typical design journey, from setting up your account to exporting your finished design. You can read it from start to finish or jump to specific sections using the table of contents.

• New Users: We recommend starting with the "Getting Started" and "Creating Your First Room" sections

• Experienced Users: Jump directly to specific features or advanced topics

• Look for Pro Tips: Throughout this guide, you'll find expert advice to help you get the most out of 3D Cloud Room Planner

Let's begin by exploring the basic setup and interface of the 3D Room Planner.

Getting Started

System Requirements

The 3D Cloud Room Planner runs in your web browser with no special hardware or software installation required. For optimal performance, we recommend the following:

Recommended System Specifications:

• Operating System: Windows, Mac, or Linux (64-bit)

• RAM: 8GB or higher

• Graphics: Dedicated GPU

• Web Browser: Chrome 74+, Firefox 80+, Edge 79+, or Safari 12+ (64-bit)

• CPU: Quad-core Intel/AMD

• Internet Connection: 50Mbps

Minimum System Requirements:

• Operating System: Windows, Mac, or Linux (32-bit)

• RAM: 2GB

• Graphics: Integrated graphics with WebGL 1.0/OpenGL ES 3.0 support

• Web Browser: Chrome 72+, Firefox 68+, Edge 79+, or Safari 12+ (32-bit)

• CPU: Dual-core Intel/AMD

• Internet Connection: 2Mbps

We generally support up to two major device versions back for mobile and tablet devices.

Account Creation and Login

1. Navigate to your organization's 3D Room Planner URL

2. Click "Login or Register" to create a new account

3. Fill in your details and create a password

4. Verify your email address

5. Log in using your email and password

If your organization uses Single Sign-On (SSO), you may be able to log in with your existing credentials.

User Interface Overview

The 3D Room Planner interface consists of several key areas:

• Main Menu Navigation: Save, share, access settings, and project management

• Left Sidebar: Contains all design tools and product categories

• Main Canvas: The 3D workspace where you design your room

• Camera Controls: View the 3D canvas from various angles and zoom

• Action Menu: Shows properties and options for selected items

• Toolbelt: Contains dimensions, undo/redo, and view options

Creating Your First Room

Starting a New Project

To begin a new design:

1. Log in to your account

2. From the Projects page, click "Create New Project"

3. Choose to start with a template, a fully built-out inspiration room, or a blank canvas

4. Save your project and name your project (you can change this later)

Using Room Templates

Room templates provide a quick starting point for your design:

1. From the New Project screen, select "Templates"

2. Browse available templates by room type and size

3. Select "Use This Template" to start with the selected floor plan

4. The template will load with basic walls, doors, and windows in place

Drawing Your Own Floor Plan

To create a custom floor plan:

1. Start a new blank project

2. Select the "Draw" tool from the left sidebar

3. Click and drag to create walls

4. Connect walls to form corners at any angle

5. Adjust wall lengths by selecting and dragging endpoints

6. Enter precise measurements using the dimension panel

Using the iOS Room Scanner

If you have the iOS Room Scanner add-on:

1. On your iOS device, download the Room Scanner app

2. Open the app and scan your room by following the on-screen instructions

3. The app will create a floor plan based on your scan

4. In the Room Planner, select "Room Scanner"

5. Enter the scan ID or scan the QR code from your iOS device

6. The scanned floor plan will be imported into your project

Floor Plan Customization

Adding and Adjusting Walls

To work with walls in your floor plan:

• Adjust wall length: Select a wall and drag its endpoints

• Enter precise measurements: Select a wall and enter dimensions in the properties panel

• Adjust wall height: Select a wall and modify the height in the properties panel

• Split a wall: Select the wall and then select Split. This will split the wall in half and the center point can be adjusted.

• Merge walls: Select a wall click "Merge" in the properties panel

• Delete a wall: Select the wall and press Delete or click the trash icon

Adding Doors and Windows

To add openings to your walls:

1. Select "Doors” or  “Windows" from the left sidebar

2. Choose the type of door or window you want to add

3. Click on a wall to place the opening

4. Adjust the placement by dragging the opening along the wall

5. Change the size or door swing/orientation using the properties panel

Adjusting Room Dimensions

To modify the dimensions of your room:

1. Select the wall you want to adjust

2. Enter precise measurements in the properties panel

3. The room will update to reflect your changes

Working with Open Floor Plans

For open floor plans without complete wall divisions:

1. Create the outer walls of your space

2. Use the "Hide Wall" option to make interior walls invisible
   

Room Styling

Wall Colors and Textures

To customize your walls:

1. Select "Wall Paint" from the left sidebar

2. Choose a color from the palette or enter a custom color code to apply globally

3. Click on a wall to apply the selected color to a single wall

4. For wallpaper or textures, select the appropriate category and choose from available patterns

5. Apply wallpaper to selected walls by clicking on them

Flooring Options

To change your floor:

1. Select "Flooring" from the left sidebar

2. Browse available flooring materials (hardwood, carpet, tile, etc.)

3. Click on the floor in your room to apply the selected material

4. Adjust the rotation using the Rotation dropdown

Adding Baseboards

To add baseboards to your room:

1. Select "Baseboards" from the styling menu

2. Choose a baseboard style from the available options

3. The baseboards will automatically be applied around the room

Room Lighting

To adjust lighting in your room:

1. Select "Lighting" from the left sidebar

2. Place a custom spot light in the room

3. Note - These lights will only provide lighting in HD Renders

Furniture and Décor

Browsing the Product Catalog

To browse available products:

1. Select "Search & Browse" from the left sidebar

2. Navigate through categories and subcategories

3. Use the filter options to narrow down products by style, color, material, etc.

4. Preview products by clicking on the “i” by the thumbnails

Pro Tip: Use the "Recently Used" section to quickly access items you've used before. For large projects, creating a favorites collection can save you time.

Searching for Products

To find specific products:

1. Click the search bar at the top of Search and Browse

2. Enter keywords for the product you're looking for

3. Use filters to refine your search results

4. Browse through the search results and select items to preview

Pro Tip: Search with both generic terms ("sofa") and specific terms ("sectional sofa") to see different results.

Adding Products to Your Room

To place furniture and décor in your room:

1. Find the product you want to add

2. Either click on the product thumbnail or drag and drop the item into your design

   1. Clicking to add will require another click in the room.

3. The product will appear in your room

4. Move it into position by dragging

5. Rotate it by selecting the product and then “Rotate” in the Action Menu

Pro Tip: Use the snap feature to perfectly align items with walls and other furniture.

Product Configuration and Customization

To customize furniture and décor:

1. Select the product in your room

2. Select “Customize” or “Style” in the Action Menu to open the properties panel

3. Change fabrics, colors, and materials

4. Adjust size if the product allows it

5. Configure product-specific options (like pillows for sofas)

Design Tools

Moving and Rotating Objects

To position items in your room:

• Move an item: Click and drag the item to the desired location

• Precise positioning:

  • Once a product is selected, use the arrow keys to move in smaller increments

  • You can also select Dimensions from Toolbelt and turn on Product Measurements.

    • Once on, select a product and then the measurements will appear for the space around the product, which can be edited.

• Rotate an item: Select it and use the rotation tools in the Action Menu

• Align items: Use the smart-snapping guidelines that appear when moving objects

  • If you are not seeing these, select Dimensions from the Toolbelt and turn Snapping on.

Grouping and Duplicating Items

To work with multiple items:

• Select Multiple items: Hold Shift while clicking multiple items

• Group items: Select multiple items and click "Group" in the properties panel

• Ungroup items: Select a group and click "Ungroup"

• Duplicate items: Select an item or group and press Ctrl+D (Windows) or Cmd+D (Mac)

• Duplicate with rotation: Select the group and use the "Duplicate with Rotation" option

Measurements and Guidelines

To ensure proper sizing and placement:

1. Enable the measurement tool from the Toolbelt

2. Click between objects or walls to see distances

3. Edit the measurement guides that appear when moving objects

4. Enable grid snapping for precise alignment

Camera Controls and Views

To navigate your 3D space:

• Rotate view: Left-click and drag (not on a product) or use the orbit control

• Pan view: Right-click and drag or use the pan tool

• Zoom: Scroll wheel or use the zoom controls buttons

• Change perspective: Switch between 3D, 2D (top-down), and wall views using the view buttons

Saving and Sharing

Saving Your Project

To save your work:

1. Click "Save" in the left Toolbar navigation

2. Your project will be saved to your account

   1. If not logged in and have not already saved, you will be prompted to login and save for the first time.

3. To save a new version without overwriting, use "Save As"

Project Management

To manage your saved projects:

1. Click "My Projects" in the Main Menu

2. View all your saved projects with thumbnails or in a list format

3. Search, filter, or sort your projects

4. Rename, duplicate, or delete projects as needed

Sharing Your Design

To share your design with others:

1. Open the project you want to share

2. Click "Share" in the bottom-left Toolbar navigation

3. In the modal, click Share Link

Exporting Images and Renders

To export your design:

1. Click the Camera icon in the top right

2. In Screenshot Mode, set up the camera to your preferred view, desired lighting settings, and background environment

3. Click the export buttons in the bottom right like "Take Screenshot”

4. Choose from available export options:

   • Screenshot of current view

   • HD render (if available)

   • 360° panorama (if available)

5. Select your preferred quality and format

6. Download or share the exported image

Product List and Shopping

Viewing Your Product List

To see all products in your design:

1. Click "Product List" in the Toolbar navigation in the bottom-left

2. View a complete list of all items in your current design

3. See product details including name, thumbnail, and quantity

Adjusting Quantities

To modify product quantities:

1. In the product list, find the item you want to adjust

2. Use the + and - buttons to change the quantity or type in an amount

3. Remove an item by clicking the trash icon or setting the quantity to zero

Adding to Cart

To purchase products in your design:

1. Review your product list

2. Make any final adjustments to quantities

3. Click "Add to Cart" to send all items to your shopping cart

4. Follow the checkout process to complete your purchase

Note: Cart functionality depends on your retailer's integration options.

Mobile Web Features

The mobile web version of 3D Room Planner includes these features:

• View your projects in 3D

• Download product lists

• View one or multiple products in Augmented Reality

• View desktop version information

For the full design experience, we recommend using the desktop version.

Additional Options

HD Renders

With the HD Render add-on, you can:

1. Create photorealistic images of your design

2. Adjust camera height and field of view

3. Save multiple camera positions

4. Generate renders in 2K resolution (with options for 4K and 8K)

Use Cases:

• Create presentation-quality images for clients

• Preview your space with different lighting conditions

• Generate marketing materials

• Share professional visualizations

Design from Photo

The Design from Photo add-on allows you to:

1. Browse inspiration photos of room designs

2. See the products used in each design

3. Tap to add products from photos to your own room

4. Copy global room styles from inspiration photos

Use Cases:

• Get inspiration from professionally designed spaces

• Quickly identify products that match your style

• Apply cohesive design schemes to your space

• Save time by starting with a complete design concept

Modular Configurator

The Modular Configurator add-on lets you:

1. Create custom configurations for sectional sofas, bookshelves, and other modular furniture

2. Drag and drop modular components

3. Preview different configurations in real-time

4. Add your complete configuration to your room design

Use Cases:

• Design custom storage solutions

• Create the perfect sectional for your space

• Visualize different furniture arrangements before purchasing

• Get exact measurements for custom pieces

Tips and Troubleshooting

Performance Tips:

• Close other browser tabs and applications

• Use a supported browser in 64-bit mode

• Use a wired internet connection when possible

• For large projects, consider breaking your design into separate rooms

Common Issues:

• If the application is slow, try reducing your room complexity

• If items won't place correctly, check for obstacles or wall collisions

• If changes aren't saving, verify your internet connection

• If renders fail, ensure your system meets the recommended requirements

Design Best Practices:

• Start with core pieces (sofas, beds, tables) before adding smaller items

• Consider traffic flow when placing furniture - leave 30-36 inches for walkways

• Create balance by distributing visual weight evenly throughout the room

• Layer textures and materials to create visual depth

• Use the measurement tools to ensure furniture fits properly in your space

Support Resources

For additional help:

• In-App Help: Click the "Help" button in the top navigation

• Knowledge Base: Visit our comprehensive help center in the Help Menu

• Live Webinars: Join our weekly webinars for live demonstrations and Q&A sessions

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This user guide is for the standard version of 3D Cloud Room Planner. Features may vary based on your specific implementation and subscription level.