SHARE3DCAM FAQ

Common tools include tape measures, laser distance meters, and 3D scanning devices. Tape and laser meters still work for simple checks. For complex spaces, repeated verification, modeling, drawing preparation, or multi team coordination, 3D scanning is usually more practical because it captures more spatial context in one workflow.

In many indoor renovation projects, a 3D scanner can replace a large part of repetitive manual measurement and note taking. Critical dimensions, occluded areas, installation details, and tolerance sensitive checks may still require targeted manual verification.

Yes. 3D scanning is often useful for old building renovation because original drawings may be missing, incomplete, or different from the real site. A scan helps teams capture existing conditions and create a more reliable reference before design, measurement review, or documentation work begins.

Interior designers can use 3D scanning to capture a full space during the site visit, then use the point cloud or visual model as a reference for design preparation. This is especially useful in complex interiors, old buildings, and projects that need faster proposal development.

Scan data can help clients and project teams understand a space more clearly than photos or manual notes alone. Point clouds, visual scenes, and measurable spatial records can support design discussion, proposal review, change communication, and coordination between designers, contractors, and owners.

They can. A scanner records visible conditions, so furniture, partitions, people, and clutter may create local occlusions. Better path planning, multi angle capture, and targeted verification can reduce the impact.

3D scanning can turn site conditions into reviewable and measurable spatial records. It is useful for existing condition capture, progress documentation, as built reference, coordination, and handover support.

Yes. Scan results can support as-built documentation by providing a digital record of actual site conditions. They can be used for measurement review, progress comparison, drawing preparation, handover records, and issue discussion, while final deliverables should still be checked against project standards.

Point cloud data can support measurement review, spatial context review, modeling reference, CAD drawing preparation, BIM preparation, coordination, and project documentation.

LiDAR scan data is typically processed into point clouds first. Software can then help generate or support CAD drawings. In real projects, teams still need to review and edit drawings according to drawing standards and project requirements.

Yes. Scan data is commonly used as a reference for CAD drafting, SketchUp modeling, BIM preparation, measurement review, and coordination. It should be understood as a reliable spatial reference and workflow input, not a fully automatic replacement for professional drawing or modeling work.

Teams should evaluate workflow fit rather than specifications alone. Practical factors include capture speed, indoor usability, output formats, software processing, team onboarding, and downstream CAD, BIM, or documentation needs.

SHARE SLAM S20 is commonly used for handheld indoor capture, renovation measurement, interior spaces, and compact site documentation. SHARE SLAM S100 is typically used for larger spaces, more complex sites, exterior or mixed indoor outdoor capture, and professional mobile mapping workflows.

SHARE Capture supports on site capture, device connection, and field operation. SHARE PointClouds Studio supports point cloud processing, data review, 3DGS model generation, CAD drawing preparation, and documentation workflows.

SHARE Capture and SHARE PointClouds Studio are available for SHARE3DCAM users. Feature availability, supported devices, regional access, and release timing may vary by product version, so teams should confirm the latest software details before project deployment.

A point cloud is captured 3D spatial data. It is not the same as CAD drawings, BIM models, FBX or OBJ assets, and it should not be treated as a complete construction drawing. Point clouds can be used for site review, measurement, clipping, and as a reference for later CAD drafting, BIM modeling, or 3D modeling work.

It can help generate draft CAD drawings, but the result should not be treated as final construction documentation. Automated CAD functions are best used to improve drafting efficiency. Final outputs still require manual checking, correction, and completion based on design intent, drafting standards, and project details.

Yes. Scan data can be used as a spatial reference for CAD drafting, SketchUp modeling, BIM preparation, dimension review, and project coordination. It is better understood as a data underlay and workflow starting point rather than a direct replacement for professional drafting or modeling. Point clouds can be exported in RCS format and imported directly into CAD software without converting through ReCap.

After import, the point cloud is mainly used for viewing, measuring, and reference modeling. It remains spatial reference data, not an automatically generated editable BIM model or complete 3D model. Further manual or semi automated modeling is usually required to create final model deliverables.

LAS is spatial point data, not a continuous mesh surface. If a project requires mesh deliverables such as FBX, OBJ, or OSGB, the data usually needs to go through mesh reconstruction and then be exported to the required format.