Inspector Overview
The Inspector panel on the right side of the screen shows different content depending on what you have selected.
Inspector OverviewThe Inspector panel sits on the right side of the editor and changes its tabs based on what you have selected. When nothing is selected it gives you access to project-wide tools — Layers, Classes, Pages, Saved Views, and the in-app User Guide. The moment you select one or more objects, the panel switches to show every property relevant to that selection: 2D style, 3D geometry, plant data, cost, and more. Only the tabs your account has access to and that apply to the selected entity type are ever shown, keeping the panel focused and uncluttered.
Properties 2D tab
Shows the X/Y position, width/height, rotation, fill style (color, gradient, or texture), outline style (color, width, pattern, cap, join), and text properties for text entities. An Outline / Fill / Text sub-tab switcher appears inside the style section.
Properties 3D tab
Available for 2D shapes that have been extruded or have 3D modifiers. Shows extrusion height, top/bottom face options, and face texture assignments.
Layers and Pages tabs
The Layers tab lets you assign the selected entity to a different layer, create new layers, and toggle layer visibility and locking. The Pages tab lets you move the entity to a different drawing page.
2D Properties tab — name, position, and style
The 2D Properties tab holds the object's general fields (name, layer, lock, X/Y position, rotation) and a Style accordion that controls how the object looks in the top-down view. The Fill section sets a solid color, photoreal material, or surface class; the Outline section sets stroke color, width, pattern, and end caps; and for text objects a Text section controls font, size, alignment, and color. Changes apply immediately and are saved automatically to the project.
3D Properties tab — extrusion and face materials
The 3D Properties tab appears in 3D view for shapes that support extrusion. Use the 3D Shape controls to give a flat shape height and set its top surface, the 3D Rotation fields to rotate it on any axis, and the Stacking section to place it on another surface. The Face Textures accordion assigns a different fill to individual faces. The elevation field sets how far above ground the object sits, useful for raised planters or elevated decks.
Plant tab — species data and appearance
When a plant entity is selected the Plant tab shows the species name, mature size, water and sun requirements, and seasonal notes pulled from the plant database. You can adjust the displayed size and maturity stage here, which updates the plant's visual in both 2D and 3D views. The Plant Info section shows the full botanical profile for the selected species.
Cost and Product tabs — quantities and pricing
The Cost tab shows the automatically calculated area, length, or unit count for the selected object and lets you attach a unit rate to generate a line-item cost estimate. The Product tab links the object to a specific product from your supplier catalog, storing a product code, description, and supplier reference alongside the entity. Both tabs feed into the project-level cost report.
Layers and Pages tabs — organisation
The Layers tab is available both when something is selected and when nothing is selected. When an object is selected, it shows which layer the object lives on and lets you move it to a different layer without leaving the Inspector. The Pages tab works the same way for drawing pages — reassign the object to any page in the drawing with a single click.
You can select multiple objects of the same type and edit them together. The Inspector shows mixed-value indicators for fields that differ across the selection, and any change you make applies to all selected objects at once — ideal for batch-updating stroke weights or layer assignments.
The Inspector never shows tabs for modules your account does not have access to. If you do not see a Cost or Product tab for a selected object, your current plan may not include those modules. Contact your account administrator to check your module access.
Frequently Asked Questions
I selected a plant but there is no Plant tab — why?
The Plant tab only appears when the selected entity is a plant. If you clicked a surface area or bounding shape beneath the plant, a different object may be selected. Try clicking directly on the plant symbol, or check the Hierarchy panel to confirm what is selected.
Where did the Terrain tab go?
The Terrain tab appears only when terrain is active in the project and you have the Terrain module. If no terrain has been added yet, the tab stays hidden. Switch to the Terrain workspace from the top bar to activate it and the tab will reappear.
Can I edit objects from multiple layers at the same time?
Yes. Select objects across different layers by holding Shift while clicking. The Inspector will show combined properties and any field that differs between objects displays a mixed-value indicator. Editing that field applies the new value to all selected objects regardless of which layer they are on.
Why do some tabs appear in grey or with a lock icon?
Tabs that are greyed out indicate the selected object is on a locked layer. Unlock the layer first via the Layers tab, then the Style and other editing tabs become fully interactive.
The 3D Properties tab is missing for my shape — how do I get it?
The 3D Properties tab appears in the 3D view for shapes that support extrusion: rectangles, circles, polygons, polylines, bezier paths, and freehand shapes. It does not appear for dimension objects, annotations, images, or overlays, and it is not shown in the 2D plan view. Switch the Design canvas to 3D using the 2D/3D toggle, then select an extrudable shape.