Creating a Textured Convex Quadrilateral via the Archicad API

[Corpora Geometrica]

Hi everyone,

I am looking for a minimal, practical example of how to create an API element in Archicad (such as API_HatchType, API_MeshType, or API_MorphType) that can represent a textured convex quadrilateral and is also visible on the floor plan.

The geometry is straightforward: I already know the 3D coordinates of the four vertices (all with zero z-components). The texture is provided as a PNG file, and for simplicity, the texture coordinates can be assumed to map directly to the four corners of the image.

Has anyone implemented something similar or could share a simple code example demonstrating:

• how to construct such an element via the API,

• how to assign the PNG texture to it.

Any guidance or sample code would be greatly appreciated.

[Tamas Polyak]

Hi,

I'll consult with a developer and come back to you with some ideas.

Regards,

Tamás

[Tamas Polyak]

Hi,

Just one quick question, what would be the purpose of the placed texture? Because if it's horizontal, like placing a building on a street map, then the figure tool is the best method.

Regards,

Tamás