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Main Features

G.DataManager is designed around a user-friendly, visually guided experience for managing project configurations and reusable BIM schedules. Here's how the core features translate into your workflow.

G.DataManager

File Management

(powered by FileCommands)

Whether you're starting a new project or continuing an existing one, G.DataManager gives you simple tools for opening, saving, or creating project configurations:

  • Open or Create a .bds.config file from the ribbon
  • Manage configuration metadata like file name, path type, and responsible party
    BDS File Config
  • All changes can be saved locally or exported with just a click
  • Project structure is saved in a lightweight, serialized format for fast reopening

Project & Model Configuration

(powered by ConfigManageCommands)

Define the core of your project using intuitive forms:

  • Enter project name, code, status, issue date, and address

Project Details

  • Identify the organization, client, and file version metadata
  • Link one or more IFC models to your configuration

IFC Models

  • Models are listed with path info and status, with simple add/remove buttons

Schedule Editor

(powered by BdsCommands)

Create powerful data extraction templates in a visual way:

  • Define schedule groups (e.g., Quantities, Room Book)
  • Add new schedules.

Schedule Details

  • Select IFC classes to extract (e.g., IfcWall)
  • Add fields using IFC attributes or property sets

Schedule Fields

  • Combine formulas, filters, and sorting rules for tailored outputs
  • Preview the schedule data in a structured table view
  • Export the results directly to .xlsx with styled headers and formats

Data Table

Interactive Tree Navigation

  • All schedules are shown in a hierarchical tree view on the left
  • Clicking an item loads its configuration in the right pane
  • Selection updates automatically enable or disable relevant actions

Usage Scenarios

New Project Setup

  1. Click New to create a .bds.config file
  2. Fill in basic project info (name, code, org, client)
  3. Link one or more IFC model files
  4. Save your configuration for future editing

Load Existing Configuration

  1. Click Open and select a .bds.config file
  2. G.DataManager will deserialize the file
  3. You'll instantly see all models, schedules, and metadata populated

Define a New Schedule

  1. Click Add Schedule
  2. Enter schedule name (e.g., Walls) and assign it to a set (Quantities)
  3. Select IFC class (e.g., IfcWall)
  4. Add fields like IsTypedBy, Name, FireRating, or custom properties
  5. Define filters (e.g., IsExternal = true) and sort order
  6. Save the schedule

Export to Excel

  1. Select a schedule in the tree
  2. Click Export
  3. Choose a file location
  4. G.DataManager generates a well-structured .xlsx file, complete with styles, headers, and filters

Example Workflow

```plaintext New Project → Add Project Metadata → Link IFC Models → Define Schedules → Save Config → Export to Excel → Reuse Across Projects