Qonic December 2024 Release Notes
This December, Qonic unveils updates to streamline workflows, boost precision, and enhance usability. Highlights include an updated Library Panel with extended support for Types, Materials, and Codifications. The Laser Measure tool captures dimensions with greater precision and ease. Modeling enhancements include deep selection mode, cylinder creation, and more improvements. The dashboard interface has been refreshed, alongside general performance and user experience improvements. Dive into the details below to see how Qonic continues to evolve to meet your needs.
Data Management
- Types: Effortlessly edit types directly within the Libraries panel, complete with the ability to assign materials and codes.
- Type Properties: Improved handling of type properties in the Command Center, Browse, and Inspect panels.
- Materials: You can now select a category when creating a new material.
- Codification Panel: The Codification Panel now allows for the creation of new codes and editing of existing codes, streamlining data organization.
- Range Filter: Enhance search precision with a newly added range filter for shared queries.
Accurate Quantities
- Laser Measure: Inspired by the tools used on-site, our new laser measuring tool lets you quickly capture dimensions with precision and ease.
- Area Calculators: Improved area calculations now detect features for more accurate net and gross area measurements.
- Report Panel:
- Save and export reports directly to the dashboard.
- Preview quantities visually in the model from the Report panel.
- Update calculators for multiple items at once.
- Added right-click support for individual actions.
Modeling
- Deep Selection Mode: The new Deep Selection mode lets you select faces, edges, and bodies for direct manipulation of (hidden) geometry.
- Cylinder Tool: The Cylinder Tool is now available, enabling easy cylinder creation. It also includes axis snapping for enhanced precision during the modeling process.
- Non-Planar Alignments: Align faces to non-planar surfaces, expanding alignment capabilities.
- Move:
- The move tool now supports free placement on the XY plane in empty space, offering greater flexibility.
- Windows and doors stay connected to walls during move operations, ensuring architectural consistency.
- Snapping: Improved snapping capabilities enhance interaction with linear elements.
Platform & User Interface
- Reduced Memory on Import: Optimized memory usage for smoother performance with large models.
- Toolbar Updates: Key tools like push/pull and move are now foregrounded for easier access.
- Manipulator Adjustments: Manipulator size is optimized for use on smaller screens.
- Data Editor Role: A dedicated “Data Editor” role has been introduced to enhance data-only editing workflows. Additionally, the original “Editor” role has been renamed to “Modeler” for greater clarity and consistency.
- Inspect Panel Click-Through: Added the ability to click through from the Inspect panel directly to the corresponding library item.
- Updated Dashboard Interface: A redesigned user interface offers a more intuitive experience, featuring:
- Action Menu: Quick access to essential tools and options.
- Top Bar Search: A new search function for easier navigation.
- Lists: Double-click list items for improved usability.
- Reports: A new reports page where you’ll find all your exported reports.
- Auto Updater: The desktop application now has automatic update capabilities, so you don’t need to reinstall Qonic manually with each new release.
Public API
- Updated API Endpoints: Public API endpoint names have been updated for consistency in extending project data.
- Improved Documentation: Enhanced guides to support seamless integration for developers.
Fixes
Inspect Panel
- The Inspect panel now correctly updates when the selection is cleared while the panel is closed.
- Resolved crashes in the Inspect panel caused by invalid float conversions.
Browse Panel
- Resolved an issue where the Browse panel grouping did not display opening elements.
- Resolved issues with the “Save As” option in the Browse panel.
- Resolved a crash that occurred during heavy searches in the Browse panel.
- Ensured that the selection in the Browse panel is maintained, even when the selection in the model changes.
Report Panel
- Resolved crashes in the Report panel during interrupted dimension updates.
- Properties are now only added when the Report panel is fully displayed.
Other Fixes
- Resolved an issue where the Browse and Report panels were not resetting when opening a new model.
- Fixed memory issues leading to disappearing meshes through improved deduplication.
- Fixed navigation bugs, including selection persistence when switching models.
- Resolved an issue where selections were not correctly cleared when pressing ESC or using the “Clear Selection” button.
- Resolved an issue where the logout button in the app was non-functional.
- Fixed bugs in grouped classification codes and display of classification elements.
- Improved export functionality for project data in IFC format.
- Resolved reference property handling crashes in the Command Center.
- Fixed volume calculator issues for more reliable quantity outputs.
- Corrected functionality for aggregated products in the calculators.
- The “Add Property Set” button is now visible in the Qonic properties library.
- IFC export now uses the latest public version for consistency.
- Improved Project Details: Resolved issues with roles, model selection, user counts, and members.
- Enhanced Selection Behavior: Improved selection behavior on the dashboard aligned with file explorer functionality.
- Reports: Model names are now truncated properly to maintain clarity.
With these updates, Qonic delivers a more robust and intuitive modeling experience, empowering users to work efficiently while maintaining data accuracy and integrity. Explore these new features and enhancements today.