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Table of Contents
1. Purpose of the tool
ScaffPlan InterAct is a tool designed to streamline the process of reviewing and verifying scaffolding models. It provides users with a customizable table view, allowing them to efficiently inspect, select, and manage model elements.
With InterAct, users can:
- View and filter scaffolding model data in an interactive table.
- Select and highlight specific scaffolding components directly from the table.
- Group and ungroup items to see summarized quantities, weights, and costs.
- Copy table data to the clipboard in CSV format for easy reporting.
- Customize the table layout by enabling or disabling specific columns.
- Freeze and unfreeze data to control table updates dynamically.
- Perform quick searches within the table to locate specific elements.
The intuitive interface, which can be docked or floated, ensures that users can work seamlessly within their modeling environment, enhancing both productivity and accuracy in scaffolding planning.
Known Limitations
While ScaffPlan InterAct offers a range of useful features, please be aware of the following limitations:
Compatibility: The tool only loads data for scaffolding items inserted within the current scaffolding system. Items from other systems will not be displayed.
Performance: For larger models, data loading and processing times may be slower.
Selection Constraints: When selecting grouped items, the entire group will be highlighted rather than individual components.
Clipboard Format: Data copied to the clipboard is exported in CSV format with semicolon delimiters, which may require manual adjustments for certain applications.
2. User Interface overview.
The tool is located under the Project Management tab.

To open the tool menu please click on the tool icon.
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the interface:

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BUTTON |
FUNCTIONALITY |
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The Data Grid |
The data grid in ScaffPlan InterAct provides an interactive table displaying information about scaffolding components. It includes multiple columns such as: Profile: The name or type of the scaffolding component. |
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The Freeze/Unfreeze function in ScaffPlan InterAct controls how data in the table updates when selecting items in the model. How It Works: |
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The Group/Ungroup function allows users to toggle between viewing individual scaffold components or summarizing them based on their profiles. How It Works: Each row represents an individual scaffolding component. Items are combined based on their profile type. This function enhances efficiency, making it easier to manage and verify scaffolding components at a higher level. |
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The Select Scaffold Item in the Model from the Table button allows users to highlight and locate scaffolding components in the 3D model directly from the data grid. How It Works: Selecting a row in the table and clicking the button will highlight the corresponding scaffolding items in the model. Hold the Shift key while clicking multiple rows to add all rows below to the selection in the model. Hold down the Control key while clicking on a row to add one more row to the selection in the model.
4. Continuous Selection Mode: As long as the button remains pressed, the selection in the model updates dynamically based on the rows highlighted in the table (. This feature streamlines the verification process, ensuring accurate selection and management of scaffolding components. |
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The Copy Listed Data to Clipboard button allows users to quickly export selected table data in CSV (Comma-Separated Values) format for use in external applications like Excel or text editors. How It Works: Select the first row, hold down Shift key and select the last row. Press the button to copy the selected table to the clipboard. If specific rows are selected (use Shift or Control keys), only the data from those rows will be copied.
Copying a Single Column: Users can copy only the Profile Name column by selecting rows and pressing Ctrl + C instead of using the button. |
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The Deselect Button allows users to clear all selected rows in the table and in the model, ensuring no items remain highlighted in the data grid or the model. How It Works: Instantly removes any row selections in the table. If multiple rows or groups are selected, clicking the button resets everything to a neutral state. Deselecting items does not remove or modify data in the table—it only clears the current selection. |
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![]() Column Settings Dropdown |
The Column Settings Dropdown allows users to customize the table view by selecting which columns to display. This helps streamline the data grid by focusing only on relevant information. How It Works: Click the "Select columns" button to view the list of available columns. Checked boxes indicate columns that are currently displayed in the table. ![]()
Users can toggle columns on or off based on their specific needs. Common Columns Available:
Key Benefits: |
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Search in the table |
The Search in the Table function allows users to quickly locate specific scaffolding components within the data grid by filtering visible columns based on a keyword or phrase. How It Works: Type a keyword (e.g., "Ledger" or "Guardrail") into the search box. The table updates in real-time, displaying only the rows that contain the search term in any visible column. Works across all text-based data, including Profile, Item Type, Code, and other enabled columns. Delete the text in the search box to restore the full table view or press the cross button in the search box: ![]()
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The tool positioning |
The Float and Attach function allows users to customize the placement of the InterAct side pane, making it more adaptable to different workflows. How It Works: ![]() 1. Floating Mode: Clicking Float detaches the InterAct pane from its default position. Users can reattach the panel to a fixed position within the interface by selecting: |
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Help button |
Opens Knowledge base articles on the tool. |
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Totals |
The Total Section is located at the bottom of the InterAct data grid and provides a summary of key numerical values across all listed items. This helps users quickly assess the overall quantities and measurements of scaffold components. What It Displays:
How to Use It: |