Choosing a design mode

When you first create a project you will get the choice of the which design mode you would like to use. In Easy PV there are four options:

Watch the same property be designed in each design mode:

3D

• Create 3D property model by designing the roof from a satellite image and dimensions.  
• Model obstructions and nearby buildings or trees that may cast shade on the roofs you're working on to get automatic shade analysis and improve the accuracy of the performance calculations. 
• Automatically calculate scaffolding costs if using automatic pricing calculator. 

For more info: 

• Intro to 3D design mode.
• Irregular buildings in 3D mode.
• Join our 3D designing training session. 

Magic ^BETA 

• Create an automatic 3D design - works out the height and pitch of buildings and identifies any obstructions. 
• Three free magic designs per day for standard users and unlimited for pro. 

Roof outline 

• Create roof model by outlining the roof from a satellite image and adjust the dimensions in the roofs task. 
• 2D model so requires manual sunpath diagrams. 

Quick Roof 

• Create 2D roof using dimensions, pitch, orientation and tile type, can also spec ground mount systems. 
• Does not use satellite imagery so a good option if the satellite imagery isn't usable. 

For more info: Intro to Quick Roof.