Simplify Geometry

[MJScheltema]

I am aware of the various methods for reducing polygon counts and the third-party software that helps with importing objects.

What I am looking for is far simpler; I would like a shortcut that identifies nodes on a polygon, for any tool, that share the same vector and gives me the options to eliminate them. 

For instance:

• Nodes on the edge of a roof polygon that are on the same vector.
• The edge of a slab
• Nodes on a mesh that share the same z value and are on the same vector between two other nodes that share the same z value.

[JeffH]

The Bimdots Polygon Cleaner add-on is perfect for the first 2 items you list.

Once I found that, I haven't gone back.

It would be nice if they included it within the program itself, though.

[Barry Kelly]

Especially as there is already a line consolidation tool that does this already (for lines).

Don't forget to vote.

Barry.

[MJScheltema]

Thanks for the reply, Gents. Yes, I am specifically asking for an upgrade within the program that we can use to simplify elements, like I stated. It seems like low-hanging fruit and would be very useful.

[hmartell]

Just got done working through a huge terrain mesh that I took out to Vectorworks, to use their "Simplify 3D Polygons" tool. Then imported back into Archicad. Their tools works similar to the magic wand but operates on selected polys. 

would be ideal to have this inside Archicad.