Embedded Files
Overview
Overview
Object attachments or object links are files, ToDos or URLs that have been specifically linked to a particular model object. They can provide specific instructions or important information related to that object.
Objects can have 3 attachment types:
ToDos
Files (Project Files and Device Photos)
URLs
View Object Attachments
View Object Attachments
If an object has an attachment, you will see the attachment icon placed in the center of the object.
Clicking on the icon will take you to the Attachment list page. The Attachment List page is separated into three tabs to view the files, ToDos and URLs.
To view attachments
Open a model in Trimble Connect for Mobile.
Click the attachment icon.
The Attachment List page will open.
Adding Object Attachments
Adding Object Attachments
Objects can be linked to files, ToDos, and URLs by selecting the object.
To add attachments
Open a model in Trimble Connect for Mobile.
Select the object(s) you want to add an attachment to.
The selection toolbar will display.
Click Add attachment from the selection toolbar.
Choose the attachment type you want to add.
Attachment Types
Attachment Types
Camera: Allows you to take a photo and then attach it to the model
Gallery: Allows you to pick a photo from your device photo gallery
URL: Allows you to add a custom web link
Data: Allows you to add a file stored in your Connect project
ToDo: Allows you to create a new ToDo with the object(s) linked
Remove Attachments
Remove Attachments
Only the user who added the attachment, or the Project Admin, can remove an attachment in Trimble Connect for Mobile's 3D Viewer.
To remove attachments
Click on the attachment icon.
The Attachment list page will open.
Click the ✖ next to the attachment.
The attachment will be removed.
Change Object Attachment Visibility
Change Object Attachment Visibility
Links icons in 3D can be shown/hidden from by going into the Model Display Settings and checking/unchecking the Object links option.
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