ECDESIGN 5 Windows version history

ECDESIGN 5 – Windows version 5.0-19870.

This update includes improved stability, better lighting exposure, and several important fixes across the platform.

Stability & Bug Fixes

• Fixed an issue that could cause a limited number of layouts to crash
• Several minor bug fixes and improvements
• Improved overall stability and reliability in Ecdesign 5

Visual Improvements

• Improved light exposure for a brighter and more balanced scene appearance

ECDESIGN 5 - Windows version 5.0-19500

• Major and minor bug fixes: Will improving overall stability, performance, and reliability in Ecdesign 5.

ECDESIGN 5 - Windows version 5.0-18840

• Major and minor bug fixes: Will improving overall stability, performance, and reliability in Ecdesign 5.

ECDESIGN 5 – Windows version 5.0‑18540

This update delivers improved lighting, smoother performance, and increased overall stability across the platform.

Visual Improvements

• Enhanced sunlight with realistic shadows

• Improved overall scene lighting

• Better depth and contrast

• Refined bloom effect

Rendering & Presentation

• Improved video rendering

• Smoother presentation performance

• Faster keyframe handling

• Cleaner video editing workflow

Workflow Improvements

• Improved texture handling

• More accurate feet & inches

• Option to disable wall measurements

• Rotation and object display fixes

Stability

• Multiple performance improvements

• Minor bug fixes

• General system optimizations

ECDESIGN 5 – Windows version 5.0‑16720

• Bug fix for multiple displays: Resolved mouse freeze issues occurring when using several monitors.

• Minor bug fixes: Ongoing refinements for improved reliability and performance in Ecdesign 5.

ECDESIGN 5 - Windows version 5.0-16620

• Major and minor bug fixes: Will improving overall stability, performance, and reliability in Ecdesign 5.

• 3D model update: New Standard 3D models (furniture) have been uploaded.

• Greatly improved video rendering: 5-10 times faster rendering time for walkthrough videos.

• Several minor bug fixes.

ECDESIGN 5 - Windows version 5.0-16450

• Flexible Field-of-View: Capture visuals from ultra-narrow to ultra-wide angles, enhancing the versatility of your renderings.

• Realistic Lighting & Materials: Improved lighting dynamics and material textures for exceptionally vivid and realistic presentations.

• Optimized Performance: Substantial FPS enhancements, faster rendering times, and comprehensive bug fixes for improved stability and efficiency.

• Intuitive UI & Navigation: Enhanced user interface and significantly smoother 3D navigation experience.

• Improved ORBIT Navigation: Tilt scenes effortlessly by pressing down the mouse scroll wheel, adding precision and ease to scene adjustments.

• Zoom-to-Place Precision: Quickly center and focus on objects with a simple double-click, streamlining detailed design work.

• Enhanced Undo/Redo: Refined and more reliable undo/redo functions, making design adjustments simpler and safer.

• Measurement Tools: Instantly view total design area (sqm/sqf) in addition to individual room measurements; inner wall measurements now standard (previously cc).

• Smooth Walkthroughs: Walkthrough presentations now operate smoothly at a high-quality 60fps.

• Improved Document Handling: Optimized PDF import process specifically enhanced for Mac users, ensuring seamless integration.

• Improved 2D Printouts: Enhanced clarity and consistency in 2D printed outputs.

• Automated Presentation Update: New templates with improved data integration and display options.

• New Customization Options: Additional skydome backgrounds and specialized render settings ideal for social media sharing.

• Partlist Integration: Efficiently include comprehensive partlists within project presentations, improving detail and clarity.

• Various bug fixes: Numerous bugs have been identified and resolved to improve the overall stability and performance of the software.

ECDESIGN 5 - Windows version 5.0-13410

• 3D engine improvements: Significant enhancements to the 3D engine have been made, resulting in dramatically improved FPS (frames per second) and a smoother overall experience.

• Frosted glass: The rendering of glass materials has been improved, providing a more realistic frosted glass effect.

• Color options icons work with > 255: Color options icons now support and display properly, providing a more accurate color representation.

• Custom wall images are placed wrong: Fixed issues where custom wall images were incorrectly placed, ensuring accurate alignment in all scenarios.

• Ceilings shown from above in 3D using 1 star: Fixed an issue where ceilings were not removed when rendering the top view using 1-star settings, allowing for accurate top-down visualization.

• Activation key optional: The activation key is now optional, simplifying the process for users and making it easier to manage licenses.

• Show missing libraries when opening layout: Missing libraries are now automatically shown when opening a layout, ensuring all necessary resources are easily accessible.

• PDF presentation sometimes corrupt: Addressed an issue where PDF presentations would sometimes become corrupt, improving the reliability of exported documents.

• PDF improvements: Improved functionality and bug fixes for the PDF/JPG drawing template feature.

• Opt change multiple wall materials: Added an option to change multiple wall materials simultaneously, streamlining the editing process.

• 3D labels: Introduced labels that can be used in 3D views for different fitness spaces, improving navigation and organization within the design.

• Ability to change ceiling lights color: Added functionality to change the color of wall, floor, and ceiling light fixture models, allowing for more customizable lighting options in your designs.

• Scaling of standard objects improved: Enhanced the scaling process for standard objects, ensuring more accurate and consistent resizing.

• Various bug fixes: Numerous bugs have been identified and resolved to improve the overall stability and performance of the software.