Autostrek ships three tape-measure variants: the standard tool, Rotation mode for off-axis checks, and the center-to-center (c/c) version for laying out repeating members.
Standard tape measure
- Activate the tape tool (T).
- Click your start point; use snaps to lock to corners, midpoints, or grid intersections.
- Click the end point to see total distance plus axis deltas in the HUD.
Rotation function
Measure diagonals or sloped members without building reference geometry.
- Use the rotation slider in the tape measure panel to enter Rotation mode.
- Align the temporary axis with a roof plane, beam, or custom angle by snapping to two reference points.
- Measure along the rotated axis—Autostrek displays both projected length and real 3D distance.
Use rotation for roof slopes; use c/c tape to lay out stairs
Rotation mode is perfect for roof slopes, but use the c/c tape measure to design stairs so you can mark individual risers and treads accurately.
c/c tape measure
Generate multiple objects at equal spacing without copying manually.
- Turn on the c/c tape measure (C) and pick a base object.
- Enter the desired center-to-center spacing (e.g., 600 mm) in the HUD.
- Use the bevel function after placement to trim or angle object ends for rafters, braces, or other components that need precise cuts.
- Rotate the c/c guide in any direction to lay out complex geometry—stairs, roof slopes, or diagonal walls—without helper lines.
- Drag in the direction you want repeats; Autostrek previews how many studs, rafters, or beams will be created.
- Use the mirror objects command after placing a run to duplicate the layout anywhere symmetrically, not just across walls.
- Confirm to generate the set—each object becomes editable framing.
Remembered settings
The c/c tool remembers your last spacing and object type. Double-check the HUD before generating a new run or you may reuse an old configuration without realizing it.