Use this guide when you want to view a site in Gaussian Splat mode. Gaussian Splatting provides an improved, more immersive view of the scanned environment, refer here for more information.
Prerequisites
To be able to view and navigate in Splat mode the:
Dataset must have been created from a device with Gaussian splatting enabled and turned on the device within the settings before starting the scan, refer here for more information.
The dataset must have been processed with Gaussian Splatting switched on from processing task configuration page, refer here for more information.
How to select Gaussian Splat mode
In the View Settings panel click the 3D tab.
Select Splats to view and navigate in Gaussian Splat mode.
From the Splats menu you can adjust the available quality or performance options for your device and connection.
Note: If there is not Splat data available the Splats button will not be displayed.
Note: If there is no Splat data available the Splats button will not be displayed.
Select the quality of the view
Select the quality of the splats.
High performance: The speed of navigation is more important than the quality of the view.
Balanced: Speed of navigation and quality of view are equally important.
High Quality: The quality of the view is more important than the speed of navigation.
Scan path settings
Use the scan path controls for easier navigation:
Scan path navigation: Switch on to stay within the scanned area and automatically view the dataset closest to your current position.
Navigation range: Adjust how far away from the scan path you can move. This also controls how close a dataset must be before it becomes visible in scanned areas.
Show scan path: Switch on to show the scan path in the scene. This shows where movement is supported.
Navigation in Splat mode works similarly to navigation in the point cloud view, refer here for more information about navigation. Use the standard 3D navigation controls to move through the scene, rotate the view, zoom, and inspect the environment.
If the scan path is enabled, you can move through the space by following the visible scan path (the white lines).
Similarly to navigation in the Panorama View mode, you can jump to available location markers to move quickly to another area of the dataset.
Note: Gaussian Splats do not yet support some advanced downstream features such as (like Hide overlap, crop & download etc.)
FAQ
What is Gaussian Splat mode?
Gaussian Splat mode provides an improved, more immersive view of the scanned environment.
Is there an accuracy loss (and how much) of measurements taken in GS compared to PC?
If the magnifier is enabled, measurements are taken using the point cloud behind the scenes, so the accuracy remains the same as the point cloud.
If the magnifier is turned off, the measurements use the splats directly. In this case, the accuracy will generally be lower than with the point cloud. The actual impact will vary depending on the level of detail and quality of the splats for that particular dataset.
What are the prerequisites for viewing in Gaussian Splat mode?
The dataset must be created from a device with Gaussian splatting enabled and processed with Gaussian Splatting switched on.
How do I select Gaussian Splat mode?
In the View Settings panel, click the 3D tab and select Splats to view and navigate in Gaussian Splat mode.
Can I adjust the quality of the view in Gaussian Splat mode?
Yes, you can select from High performance, Balanced, or High Quality options for the splats.
What does the scan path navigation feature do?
It allows you to stay within the scanned area and automatically view the dataset closest to your current position.
Is there a difference in measurement accuracy between Gaussian Splat mode and point cloud view?
Yes, if the magnifier is off, accuracy may be lower in Gaussian Splat mode compared to point cloud view.
Can I see the scan path in the scene?
Yes, you can switch on the 'Show scan path' option to display the scan path in the scene.