---
title: "Mark and Measure tool"
slug: "measurements"
description: "Master precise measurements in 2D and 3D views with the Mark & Measure tool, featuring customizable settings and easy export options."
tags: ["2D and 3D Views", "Mark and Measure", "Measurement Tools"]
updated: 2026-05-12T16:18:37Z
published: 2026-05-12T16:18:37Z
---

> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://knowledge.navvis.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Mark and Measure tool

### Taking measurements

Use the Measure & Mark tool to obtain measurements with centimeter precision in a Site.

Select **Mark & Measure** in the main site menu.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1777542142517.png)

The right side contains the tools for Mark and Measure.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-KF6F2445.png)

#### Tools

When working with measurements, you have the following tools:

- Select the type of measurement you want to take: **Free, Horizontal, Vertical**

![Tools for marking and measuring distances, polygons, and shapes in three categories.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Tools2.png)
- To view the measurement in 2D, click the 2D screen at the bottom right.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1777978171248.png)
- Take measurements in panorama or Point cloud mode in the 3D view.

### Settings

Click the **Settings** icon ![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image(114).png) and the following settings can be turned on or off:

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-0WZCMK6W.png)

- **The magnifier:** Zoom into the picture to select with greater accuracy. ![A floor plan with measurements and a highlighted area for reference in a hallway.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1762440837828(1).png)
- **Auxiliary plane**. Visualize a fixed geometric reference of a surface area. ![A hallway with measurements displayed, showing dimensions and area calculations for space.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/setting2.png)
- **Cursor coordinates.** View the coordinates of exactly where the cursor is. ![A hallway with measurements displayed, indicating dimensions and area of the space.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1762441316120(1).png)

- **Measurement names.** Display the name of a measurement. ![Highlighted floor area in a corridor with furniture and safety markings visible.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1762441433175(1).png)
- **Line segment distances.** Display side measurements. ![Measurements of a rectangular area with dimensions and total square footage displayed.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Line_segment.png)
- **Switch coordinates**

View the coordinates of the cursor and point measurements in different coordinate systems. You can switch between site coordinates and global coordinate reference systems and include information on point measurements while exporting.![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1777979193357.png)

### List of your measurements taken

View a list of your taken measurements that are saved automatically if you have the [*Save measurements role*](/v1/docs/managing-user-groups#group-permissions). Click on a measurement in the list of taken measurements to go to that measurement.

![Measurement of 9 ¼ inches displayed in a kitchen layout with various elements.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/Tools6(1).png)

- Hide, delete, share, and display details about your measurements, refer [here](https://knowledge.navvis.com/docs/measurements?highlight=mark%20and%20measure#sharing-measurements)for more information.

![A virtual measurement tool interface displaying options for marking distances and shapes.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1701881547389(1).png)
- Click on the download icon to download as .CSV or DVF files, refer [here](/v1/docs/measurements#downloading-measurements)for more information.![Aerial view of a workspace with measurement tools and options displayed on the side.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1739357479313(1).png)
- Copy, paste, move, and rotate measurements

![A kitchen area with measurement tools highlighting a countertop's area of 16.36 ft².](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/MarkMeasure6.png)
- Place your cursor over a measurement in the 2D or 3D view to color, hide, or remove it.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/MarkMeasureGif3redo.gif)
- Drag and drop measurements to group them in folders.

## The Plane of Polygon, Rectangle, and Circle Measurements

Polygon and rectangle measurements happen on one plane. Depending on the measurement mode, the plane will be defined differently:

- For free polygon measurements, you need three points to define a plane.
- For horizontal polygon measurements, you need one point to define a plane.
- For vertical polygon measurements, you need two points to define a plane.
- For vertical and horizontal rectangle measurements you need two points to define a plane.
- For vertical and horizontal circle measurements, you need two points to define a plane.

After defining the plane, the dotted blue line will show you the projection of the cursor on that plane. This projection will be used as a point in the measurement.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/measurements-image-r03pzpbo.png)

## Taking a Free Measurement

> [!NOTE]
> **Note:**Cancel a measurement by pressing **Esc**.

1. Click **Mark & Measure** in the main menu.
2. From the **Mark & Measure** menu on the right, select **Distance**,**Polygon**, **Orthogonal**, **Point,**or **Polyline** as your measurement mode.
3. Left-click in the 3D view to start measuring.

A blue line follows your cursor from the start point and the distance displays.
4. Left-click at the desired end point to complete a distance, or orthogonal measurement. To complete a polygon measurement, bring the cursor back to the start point and left-click. To complete a point measurement, left-click once. To complete a polyline measurement, press Enter.
5. Measurements are saved automatically.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/MarkMeasureGif32(1).gif)

> [!NOTE]
> **Note:**To readjust a measurement after completing it, click on a measurement point and drag it to the location you want.

## Taking a Horizontal or Vertical Measurement

> [!NOTE]
> **Note:**Cancel a measurement by pressing **Esc**.

1. Click **Mark & Measure** in the main menu.
2. From the **Mark & Measure** menu, select **Distance**, **Polygon**, **Rectangle**, or **Circle** as your measurement mode.
3. A blue line follows your cursor from the start point. For a rectangle measurement, two parallel blue lines follow your cursor once you have selected the first two points for your measurement.
4. Measurements will be saved automatically.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/mark.gif)

> [!NOTE]
> **Note:**To readjust a measurement after completing it, click on a measurement point and drag it to the location you want.

## Using the Measurements Magnifier

Use the Magnifier to enhance the accuracy of your measurements.

1. Click **Mark & Measure** in the main menu.
2. From the **Mark & Measure** menu on the right, select a measurement mode.
3. Open the **Settings** menu in the top right corner.
4. Use the **Magnifier** toggle button to activate it.

> [!NOTE]
> **Note:**The Magnifier only works in the Panorama view.
5. Place the start point of the measurement and move to the desired endpoint to complete the measurement. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/mag.gif)

## Coloring Measurements

1. Click **Mark & Measure** in the main menu.
2. Hover over a measurement and click the eye dropper icon.
3. Choose a color from the options that appear and click on it.

![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1701883315130.gif)

## Renaming Measurements or Folders and Adding Descriptions

1. Click **Mark & Measure** in the main menu.
2. Go to the **Mark & Measure** menu on the right.
3. Double-click the current name of the measurement or folder (it highlights blue) and enter a new name.

![User interface for marking and measuring points, distances, and shapes in a tool.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1701881871907(1).png)
4. To add a description to the measurement, click the down arrow to the right of its name and enter a description.

![Interface displaying measurement tools for distance, polygon, and point selection options.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1701882016869(1).png)
5. Changes will be saved automatically.

## Grouping Measurements

1. Click **Mark & Measure** in the main menu.
2. In the **Mark & Measure** menu, click the folder icon to create a new folder.
3. Drag and drop measurements into the folder.

## Sharing Measurements

1. Click **Mark & Measure** in the main menu.
2. From the **Mark & Measure** menu, select the measurement(s) or the folder that you want to share by clicking the checkbox next to the measurement(s) or folder.

![User interface for marking and measuring with various shape options displayed.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1701883843531(1).png)
3. Click the **Share** icon.

![User interface for marking and measuring various shapes and distances in a tool.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1701883963241(1).png)

After clicking the **Share**icon, all selected measurements will be listed in the **Export Measurements** dialog with the following information:
  - The measurement name.
  - The measurement distance.
  - A point measurement location.
  - A link to the measurement, which you can copy by right clicking or selecting the quick copy button next to the measurement address.
  - A screenshot of the measurement.
4. Click **Export as PDF**.

![MarkMeasure11](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1701884062391.png)

## Downloading measurements

To help you with the conceptual planning phase of a project you can download the measurements taken as a .CSV or .DSV file.

The feature enables you to export measurements from NavVis IVION into widely recognized formats CSV and DXF, enhancing workflow efficiency and data integration:

- CSV Export: Streamlines the process by eliminating manual data transfers from PDFs to Excel. This is particularly beneficial for facility managers, engineers, and designers who need accurate measurements for space management, site assessments, and other essential operations.
- DXF Export: Facilitates seamless integration of measurement data into CAD applications, serving as foundational linework for modelling or site planning directly within IVION.

1. With the measurement selected, click the **Download** icon.

![User interface for marking and measuring shapes like circles and polygons.](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1739357479313 (1).png)
2. The **Export measurements** screen opens. Enter the following information.
  1. Enter file name.
  2. Select .CSV or .DXF format from the drop-down menu.
  3. Select the Coordinate system:
    1. **Site coordinate system:**This was the coordinate system used when the site was created.
    2. **Spatial reference system:**Select from a drop down list the spatial reference system that the site uses.
    3. **Dataset:** Select the same coordinate system that the dataset has.
  4. Select the type of separation (Delimiter) you want (.CSV format only).
  5. Select the number format (.CSV format only). ![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/.csv.png)
3. Click **Export**and the selected file will download.

## Changing the Unit System

You cannot change your instance’s unit system directly in the Mark & Measure tool.

In the user menu, click **Language & unit system** and select the one that suits your needs. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/bf174766-fa1a-4fe1-a4d7-b1db1e7cb996/Images/Documentation/image-1777984605246.png)

## Using Measurement Keyboard Shortcuts

Select **?** to open an overview of these keyboard shortcuts in NavVis IVION.

| Key | Action |
| --- | --- |
| Backspace | Remove last point |
| ESC | Cancel measurement, deselect measurement tool |
| 1 | Free distance measurement Pressing 1 repeatedly cycles through all distance measurement modes. |
| 2 | Free polygon measurement Pressing 2 repeatedly cycles through all polygon measurement modes. |
| 3 | Rectangle measurement Pressing 2 repeatedly cycles through all rectangle measurement modes. |
| 4 | Orthogonal measurement |
| 5 | Point measurement |
| 6 | Polyline measurement |
| Shift + 1 | Horizontal distance measurement |
| Shift + 2 | Horizontal polygon measurement |
| Shift + 3 | Horizontal rectangle measurement |
| Shift + 4 | Horizontal circle measurement |
| Alt/Option + 1 | Vertical distance measurement |
| Alt/Option + 2 | Vertical polygon measurement |
| Alt/Option + 3 | Vertical rectangle measurement |
| Alt/Option + 4 | Vertical circle measurement |
| Return | End area measurement |
| Ctrl + V | Pastes measurement |
| Ctrl + C | Copies measurement |

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### FAQ

#### What types of measurements can I take?

You can take free, horizontal, or vertical measurements.

#### Can I take measurements in both 2D and 3D views?

Yes, measurements can be taken in both 2D and 3D views.

#### Is it possible to download measurements?

Yes, you can download measurements as .CSV or .DXF files.

#### Can I rename measurements or folders?

Yes, you can rename measurements or folders and add descriptions.

#### How do I crop the point cloud or model?

You can crop the point cloud or model by clicking the scissors icon in the Crop View menu.

#### What should I do if I want to cancel a measurement?

You can cancel a measurement by pressing the Esc key.

#### Can I group measurements into folders?

Yes, you can create folders and drag and drop measurements into them.

#### Is there a way to enhance the accuracy of my measurements?

Yes, you can use the Magnifier feature to enhance measurement accuracy.

#### 

You cannot change your instance’s unit system directly in the Mark & Measure tool. In the user menu, click Language & unit system and select the one that suits your needs.

A three-dimensional representation of an environment, made up of many points. A point is defined by x, y and z coordinates, and it may or may not contain RGB, an intensity value, and normals.

An auxiliary plane is a plane used in engineering drawings and projections that isn't one of the three principal planes (front, top, or side). It's used to show the true shape and size of surfaces that are not parallel to the principal planes. This is achieved by projecting the object onto the auxiliary plane, which is positioned to make the inclined surface appear in true shape.

In the panorama view, you can explore your data in a seamless experience. In this view, you can see both panoramic images and point clouds. By default, the main view of the NavVis IVION interface shows the panorama view.