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Editing PDF Titleblocks
Customization and settings » Editing PDF Titleblocks
In Flexijet Stone/FlexiCAD version 3.2 and later, Titleblocks can be customized! Learn about creating PDF’s here Editing PDF Titleblocks: (version 3.2 and later): It’s suggested to begin with one of the existing titleblock templates and make adjustments…
Exporting PDF’s
FlexiCAD includes a module for exporting PDF versions of the measurements and data created. These PDF documents can be modified to meet the requirements of your shop, suppliers, or whoever may see them. To export a PDF, select and open the desired file in…
Editing Ribbons and Shortcuts
Customization and settings » Editing Ribbons and Shortcuts
The Quick-access toolbar and ribbons can be modified by users in Flexijet Stone/FlexiCAD versions 3.1.0.2 and later. To edit the ribbons: Right-click on the ribbon area On the left, select whether you wish to edit the Ribbons, or the Quick-Access…
Creating and editing installation Symbols Version 3.3.6.0 and olders
Customization and settings » Creating and editing installation Symbols Version 3.3.6.0 and olders
Click here for creating and editing Installation symbols in version 3.3.7.0 and later Default countertop symbol packages are available for download as part of the Flexijet Software Config Tool. To modify an existing symbol: From the Flexijet Software Config…
Switching your Windows computer out of ‘S mode’
Technical Support » Switching your Windows computer out of ‘S mode’
Your Microsoft Surface Go or other computer/Tablet may be setup with Windows in S mode, which is designed for exclusively running apps from the Microsoft Store. In order to run FlexiCAD and other apps that are not in the Microsoft Store, you’ll need to switch out…
Technical Support
Technical Support
Remote Calibration Check Updating FlexiCAD FAQ Transferring License Autosave files Training videos Switching your Windows computer out of ‘S mode’ Show hidden files and folders in Windows 10 Checking if floor is solid or moving Connecting to…
Text
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Draw Ribbon » Text
Adding text: Select the Text button in Flexijet Stone, or Flexijet’s screen Enter the text in the dialog window Enter or click to set the rotation angle (To specify the angle of the text). In Touch-mode (or in PC-mode calculator input), specify…
Customization and settings
Customization and settings
Keyboard Shortcuts Creating and editing Installation symbols Change language of Flexijet Editing Ribbons and Shortcuts Editing PDF Titleblocks Many settings can be adjusted to your desired specifications in Flexijet Stone. The ‘General Preferences’…
Insert Corners to Polylines
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Change Ribbon » Insert Corners to Polylines
With ‘Insert corners to polylines’, corners of the wall contours are detected and inserted in the appropriate places of the polyline. That means that you don’t have to measure directly in the corners of the individual walls Example: *Measured wall…
Align a single folder
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Change Ribbon » Align an Object » Align a single folder
Align a single folder The Align a single folder function is an editing function to efficiently change the alignment of all elements in a folder to a line that will be referenced to horizontal on the page. This function should only be used in the editing phase of a…
Introduction to FlexiCAD
About Flexijet 3D » Introduction to FlexiCAD
FlexiCAD is designed as a companion to the Flexijet 3D. Click here to learn about connecting to Flexijet 3D. Opening FlexiCAD: Click on the ‘FlexiCAD’ icon. The General Preference panel will open. If connecting to Flexijet 3D, ensure that…
Creating a PDF
Using Flexijet 3D » Exporting files » Creating a PDF
FlexiCAD and Flexijet Stone PDF tool creates a custom PDF version of the measurements and data created. The content of this PDF can be customized to your specifications. To simply Print/plot to PDF the contents of a folder, see Print/Plot below. For versions…
Touch-mode and PC-Mode
FlexiCAD has 2 main modes of use: PC-Mode and Touch-Mode PC-Mode PC Mode is the default mode used of FlexiCAD. This mode is optimized for use and editing in a computer-based environment, usually with a scroll-wheel mouse or similar. For users that are familiar with…
Working with planes
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Working with planes
The different planes Measurements taken and files produced with Flexijet and the FlexiCAD software are most commonly done using planes. A plane can be pictured as a virtual infinite surface upon which measurements are set. All measurements that are made with Flexijet…
Copy
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Change Ribbon » Copy
With the ‘Copy’ command, an identical copy of the selected element(s) is created in another position. The original selected element(s) is not changed. Select the element(s), then press ‘Confirm’ or ‘Enter’. Now, select the starting point(point to move…
Create/Edit Installation symbols
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Measurement Ribbon » Insert Installation Symbol » Create/Edit Installation symbols
If you are on version 3.3.6.0 or older, you must follow the instructions here. To create a new Installation Symbol Draw your new symbol on a new folder. Then on the “Measurement” ribbon, select the drop-down menu from “Insert installation…
Technical Support
Remote Calibration Check Updating FlexiCAD Autosave files Transferring License Switching your Windows 10 computer out of ‘S mode’
Flexijet Livestream
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Flexijet Ribbon » Flexijet Livestream
A Livestream of the Flexijet’s camera can be viewed live on the Computer/Tablet screen. Press the ‘Flexijet Livestream’ button, and the Flexijet’s camera is displayed in real-time. Adjust the brightness and zoom with the indicated…
The ? (Help) Ribbon
FlexiCAD tools and functions » The ? (Help) Ribbon
The Help ? Ribbon contains functions related to support with FlexiCAD. The Reset to Standard Settings button will restore the location of the window elements (Project Explorer, Properties/Draft Settings, and Command Window) to their default position. About…
Planes
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Measurement Ribbon » Planes
The different planes Measurements taken and files produced with Flexijet and the FlexiCAD software are most commonly done using planes. A plane can be pictured as a virtual infinite surface upon which measurements are set. All measurements that are made with Flexijet…
Break at a line
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Change Ribbon » Break at a Point » Break at a line
Break at a line The ‘Break at a line’ function is used to break all objects that are transected by a line. Select the ‘Break at a line’ button Select the line at which all transecting objects should be broken_(Note: confirmation by…
Scale
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Change Ribbon » Scale
With the Scale command, the selected object is scaled up or down by a specific factor. Enter the scale factor and the base point of the scaling. Example: a sink DXF file is imported, the units were in mm. The sink will be scaled to inches. From the…
Using Flexijet 3D
Using Flexijet 3D
Safety and care instructions Setting up Flexijet 3D Tilt monitoring The shock sensor Connecting to Flexijet 3D Measuring a Wall Flexijet Smart Remote app Xbox Controller Auto-fillet Exporting files Flexijet on-screen Controls Using Flexijet’s…
Tilt monitoring
Using Flexijet 3D » Tilt monitoring
Flexijet’s built-in tilt sensor detects the level of the Flexijet and provides the data for the instant Auto-Levelling command. As a result, the tripod can be set to close to level, and Flexijet compensates for the fine levelling internally. Tilt Monitoring also…
Take a Picture
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Flexijet Ribbon » Take a Picture
The Take a Picture function uses your tablet or computer’s camera to capture jobsite and overview pictures and store them within your FlexiCAD file. Note that jobsite pictures can also be taken and saved using the Flexijet Smart Remote App *The photos captured…
Auto-Levelling
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Flexijet Ribbon » Auto-Levelling
The Auto-Levelling function uses the Flexijet’s internal level sensor to detect the current level of the Flexijet 3D, and automatically compensate for this level. !The Flexijet should be Auto-Levelled before beginning a new measurement, and every time the…
Draw Ribbon
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Draw Ribbon
The Draw ribbon contains tools for drawing and measuring with Flexijet 3D. Many of these functions can also be selected under ‘Basic Elements’ on the Flexijet 3D’s touchscreen, or using the Xbox controller.
Using Flexijet 3D
Safety and care instructions Setting up Flexijet 3D Tilt monitoring The shock sensor Connecting to Flexijet 3D Positioning Flexijet Starting a measurement Measuring a wall Flexijet Smart Remote app Xbox controller – Setup Exporting…
Keyboard Shortcuts
Customization and settings » Keyboard Shortcuts
Flexijet’s keyboard shortcuts may be customized to your specifications. To use shortcuts, type the letter(s) into the command window and press ‘Enter’ Standard Shortcuts for English Download PDF: Flexijet Stone Software Shortcuts list To install…
Setting up FlexiCAD
About Flexijet 3D » Setting up FlexiCAD
New Flexijet users: Contact Flexijet Support at 1-844-MY-FLEXI Ext 2 (1-844-693-5394) to schedule your ‘Software Orientation’ session, which will include installing and configuring FlexiCAD on your computer. *NOTE: If you will be using a Microsoft Surface…
Optional Handheld Laser
Flexijet 3D and Flexijet Stone/FlexiCAD can optionally be used be used in conjunction with separate bluetooth handheld laser. This handheld laser can be used in conjunction with the Flexijet 3D to take vertical and other measurements, or to enter numerical values with…
Move
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Change Ribbon » Move
With the ‘Move’ command you can move the selected object to a new location. From the ‘Measurement’ Ribbon select the ‘Move’ command Select the Element(s) to be moved, and confirm with ‘Confirm’ or…
Auto-fillet
Using Flexijet 3D » Auto-fillet
Flexijet’s Auto-Fillet feature allows you to automatically connect the endpoints when using the Multiple Lines function. This can connect the end-points into an open element or a closed element (first point of first line and last point of last line also…
Exporting files
FlexiCAD offers a variety of options and formats for exporting files to other software and machinery. Exporting PDF’s Export Pictures and Voicenotes Please contact your CNC’s tech support for information about any special formatting required by your…
Flexijet Viewer
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Flexijet Ribbon » Flexijet Viewer
Flexijet Viewer is a free viewing program for measurements and photos collected with Flexijet 3D Next Generation measuring system and packaged for Flexijet Viewer using FlexiCAD 3.1 and later. Download the latest version of Flexijet Viewer for Windows here, or find…
Row Square
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Change Ribbon » Row Square
With ‘Row Square’, a formation of rows and columns is created from copies of the selected objects. The selected object (basis element) is in the left bottom corner. The row is created upwards and to the right. The following prompts are displayed: Select…
Vertical Measurement (Handheld Laser)
Flexijet 3D and Flexijet Stone/FlexiCAD can optionally be used be used in conjunction with separate bluetooth handheld laser. *Note: For FlexiCADversions 3.1.1.0 and later (released July 2021), additional Leica handheld laser models using ‘Bluetooth Smart’…
Line
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Draw Ribbon » Multiple Lines » Line
Line With the command Line, a continuous line with sequential segments are created. After the start point, each addition point adds another segment to the line. This function can also be selected on the Flexijet’s touchscreen, by long-pressing…
Rotate
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Change Ribbon » Rotate
With the ‘Rotate’ command, objects are rotated around a selected point. Note that this command is used to rotate elements on the canvas. To change entire canvas view, use Horizontal Alignment to set the horizontal alignment. To change the rotation of all…
Multiple Lines (2 colors)
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Draw Ribbon » Multiple Lines » Multiple Lines (2 colors)
Multiple lines (2 colors) With ‘Multiple lines (2 colors), the first line is created in another color. This function is used for measuring stairs, for example, whereas the first line is the tread front edge. The colour of this first line can be changed…
Record Voice Notes
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Flexijet Ribbon » Record Voice Notes
The Record Voice Notes function uses your Computer’s internal microphone to record voice/audio conversations for reference. *NOTE: Ensure to follow all Local, State, and Federal regulations relating to the recording of audio conversations when using this…
Connecting to Flexijet 3D
Using Flexijet 3D » Connecting to Flexijet 3D
Your PC/Tablet connects directly to the Flexijet via a direct Wifi/WLAN connection. No Internet is needed to measure with Flexijet. Connect your PC/Tablet to Flexijet before opening FlexiCAD/Flexijet Stone. If FlexiCAD/Flexijet Stone is open on your PC before…
Vertical Measurement (Handheld laser)
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Flexijet Ribbon » Single measurement » Vertical Measurement (Handheld laser)
FlexiCAD can optionally be used be used in conjunction with separate bluetooth handheld laser. *Note: For FlexiCAD versions 3.1.1.0 and later (released July 2021), additional Leica handheld laser models using ‘Bluetooth Smart’ interface are supported At…
2D-Snap
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Working with planes » 2D-Snap
2D-Snap mode 2D-Snap mode is used for drawing objects on the plane of a folder, using reference elements that are not on the plane of the current folder. With 2D-Snap active, all new elements drawn are on the plane of the active folder, by transferring them…
Area Stamp
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Dimension Ribbon » Area Stamp
The ‘Area Stamp’ tool calculates the area of a closed group of elements. To use the ‘Area Only’ tool: Select the ‘Area Only’ command from the ‘Dimension’ ribbon Select an element of the shape for which the area…
Extend Line to Plane
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Change Ribbon » Lengthen Line » Extend Line to Plane
Extend line to plane With the ‘Extend line to plane’ command, a line is lengthened until it is intersects or meets another plane. This command can be used to extend a line on a wall until it meets another wall, for example. The function can only be used…
More folder options
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Working with planes » More folder options
More folder options Folder functions of the Project Explorer are in the pop-up menu: Select one folder with the left mouse button and then click the right mouse button to bring up the menu. ‘Rename folder’ is used to rename the selected folder. Tip:…
Flexijet on-screen Controls
Using Flexijet 3D » Flexijet on-screen Controls
Flexijet 3D Next-Generation’s Touch-screen can be used to control FlexiCAD. Flexijet Basic Functions Auto-Levelling, Align to Object, Repositioning, and more can be accessed in the ‘Basic Functions’ section of the Flexijet’s touchscreen. …
Rectangle
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Draw Ribbon » Rectangle
This command creates a rectangle by specifying 2 opposing points, such as a bottom left point and a top right point. Drawing a Rectangle with 2 points. This rectangle will follow the horizontal and vertical alignment of the current page orientation. On a…
3D Locations
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Flexijet Ribbon » 3D Locations
For users of FlexiCAD/Flexijet Stone 3.0.16 and later (update released April 2020), please follow the following instructions. For users of FlexiCAD/flexijet Stone 3.0.14 and earlier, please click here If you cannot measure all the required points from one position,…
Insert Installation Symbol
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Measurement Ribbon » Insert Installation Symbol
FlexiCAD offers the ability to insert customizable installation symbols into your files with a few simple steps. FlexiCAD’s standard symbols can be customized to your needs – Check this to customize your symbols. Create/Edit installation Symbols.…
Exporting files
Using Flexijet 3D » Exporting files
To create PDF’s, see Exporting PDF’s. Note that DXF/other formats can also be exported while creating a PDF! To export Pictures and voicenotes including measurement photos see Export Pictures and Voicenotes FlexiCAD offers many options and formats for…
Measure Door
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Measurement Ribbon » Room elements » Measure Door
Measure Door The “Door” room element has two main variants: “Relevant for planning” and “Not relevant for planning”. In addition, there’s the option for “Inswing Door” and “Outswing Door”. You define the settings for “Door not relevant…
The shock sensor
Flexijet 3D Next Generation has a shock sensor that registers the movements or accelerations of the tripod, in the case of being bumped or moved. Should the accelerations exceed a certain value, FlexiCAD puts out an appropriate warning message. In this case, one can…
Measure Floorplan
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Measurement Ribbon » Measure Floorplan
The room measurement feature creates a 3D room model with just a few measurements. Measure Floorplan must be completed from the same position. To relocate during a room measurement, use the Room from Layout function. Using ‘Measure Floorplan’: Set…
The shock sensor
Using Flexijet 3D » The shock sensor
Flexijet 3D Next Generation has a shock sensor that registers the movements or accelerations of the tripod, in the case of being bumped or moved. Should the accelerations exceed a certain value, FlexiCAD puts out an appropriate warning message. In this case, one can…
Change language of Flexijet 3D
Customization and settings » Change language of Flexijet 3D
The language of the Flexijet can be changed by the user. This is done via the ‘Settings’ pane, accessed on the Flexijet screen. To change the language of your Flexijet, follow these steps. When Flexijet powers on, the ‘Tilt Monitoring’, or…
Updating FlexiCAD
Technical Support » Updating FlexiCAD
FlexiCAD can be updated using the Flexijet-Software Update-Tool Note: Feature software updates are available to Flexijet customers with an active Optional Service Plan. For information about purchasing an Optional Service Plan, contact Flexijet Sales at…
Parallel to plane – Series of measurements
FlexiCAD tools and functions » Flexijet Ribbon » Series of Measurements – Automatic Measuring » Parallel to plane – Series of measurements
With ‘Series of Measurements Parallel to plane,’ a series of measurements is defined parallel to a particular plane to be measured. This series of measurements can be used with all 3 types of planes, and this function can be used to scan, for example, a…
Finding angles between planes
With FlexiCAD, the angle between multiple planes can be calculated. This is especially useful to determine the mitre and cut angle of the pieces. To calculate an angle between 2 elements, a view that is perpendicular to both planes must be used. For example, to see…
Finding angles between planes
Tutorials » Finding angles between planes
In versions 3.3.7.0 and later, the function Show angles between planes is available from the Right Click > Plane submenu! To find angles between folders manually: To calculate an angle between 2 elements, a view that is perpendicular to both planes must be used.…
Safety and care instructions
Using Flexijet 3D » Safety and care instructions
All instructions and safety instructions in this manual and the accessory documentation on the provided USB flash drive should be read and studied prior to working with the Flexijet. Keep these documents and refer back to them regularly to stay acquainted with proper…
Measuring Shower Glass
Tutorials » Measuring Shower Glass
In this example, we will measure the curb to determine the glass position. Then, we will create the 3 folders for the 3 planes of glass, and measure the relevant elements. Set up your Flexijet in a position where as much can be measured as possible.…
Flexijet Smart Remote app
Using Flexijet 3D » Flexijet Smart Remote app
Now available from the Google Play Store! The Flexijet Smart Remote App adds additional ways to control your Flexijet 3D 2, directly from your Android Smartphone. The Flexijet Smart Remote App may additionally be used to capture site pictures and photos tied to…
Navigating FlexiCAD
About Flexijet 3D » Navigating FlexiCAD
These topics will discuss different aspects and techniques to Navigate through FlexiCAD. Navigating in the canvas area. In Touch mode: Move the canvas by dragging with 1 finger. Use 2 fingers to pinch-to-zoom in and out. To select objects in Touch Mode, use the…