How do I add all the areas from multiple layers together?

Posted October 27, 2017 by Elliott Dobbs 699 0

If you need to sum the square area, or total perimeter length of multiple drawing layers simply click the eye symbol in the results bar, found in the bottom right corner. This will add areas together. The sum layer also allows for layer...

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Where are area and perimeter results displayed?

Posted October 18, 2017 by Elliott Dobbs 607 0

Area and perimeter results are displayed in the bottom right corner when the shape you’re drawing is closed. I.e. the end vertex meets the starting vertex. For open shapes, the total length of the lines is displayed, as no area can be...

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Who uses the area calculator?

Posted October 14, 2017 by Elliott Dobbs 567 0

The need to calculate irregular shaped area or perimeter is surprisingly common and widespread across many industries. Aside from the fields you might expect to need square area calculations of odd shapes, such as the construction industry...

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