{"id":1257,"date":"2021-12-08T16:51:30","date_gmt":"2021-12-08T15:51:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.roomsketcher.com\/?page_id=1257"},"modified":"2026-05-07T22:17:10","modified_gmt":"2026-05-07T20:17:10","slug":"measurements","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.roomsketcher.com\/features\/pro-features\/measurements\/","title":{"rendered":"Add Measurements to Your Floor Plans"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Make your floor plans more professional by adding accurate measurements that show size, layout, and space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-horizontal is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-cta\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"\/get-started\/\">Get Started<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-primary-10-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-measurements-matter\">Why Measurements Matter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Accurate measurements make your floor plans more useful. They help clients and teams understand the space, make faster decisions, and trust your work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you're designing, presenting, or selling, precise measurements add confidence and value to every project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Watch the video or keep reading to learn how to use measurements in the RoomSketcher app.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n{\n\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\"@type\": \"VideoObject\",\n\t\"name\": \"7 Types of Measurements in RoomSketcher\",\n\t\"description\": \"In this video, we'll guide you through seven types of measurements you can use when working on a floor plan in our app. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, t...\",\n\t\"thumbnailUrl\": \"https:\/\/i.ytimg.com\/vi\/2lPjZJVMCnE\/mqdefault.jpg\",\n\t\"duration\": \"PT7M24S\",\n\t\"contentUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=2lPjZJVMCnE\",\n\t\"embedUrl\": \"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2lPjZJVMCnE\",\n\t\"uploadDate\": \"2025-02-24T22:47:58-08:00\",\n\t\"potentialAction\": {\n\t\t\"@type\": \"SeekToAction\",\n\t\t\"target\": \"https:\/\/youtu.be\/2lPjZJVMCnE?t={seek_to_second_number}\",\n\t\t\"startOffset-input\": \"required name=seek_to_second_number\"\n\t}\n}\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\t<figure class=\"wp-block-image dk-bci-wrapper dk-bci-wrapper-js is--youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\" data-id=\"2lPjZJVMCnE\">\n\t\t<button class=\"play-button\" type=\"button\" data-play-popup=\"false\" aria-label=\"Play video\"><\/button>\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/07090121\/how-to-add-measurements.jpg\" class=\"dk-bci-thumbnail\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/07090121\/how-to-add-measurements.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/07090121\/how-to-add-measurements-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/07090121\/how-to-add-measurements-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/07090121\/how-to-add-measurements-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/07090121\/how-to-add-measurements-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1200px) 600px, (min-width: 783px) 50vw, 100vw\" \/>\t\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<template id=\"dk-bci-embed-html-2lPjZJVMCnE\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2lPjZJVMCnE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/template>\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1200px) 600px, (min-width: 600px) 50vw, 100vw\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07084408\/show-the-area-of-a-room.jpg\" alt=\"2D floor plan with each room labeled by area in square feet, including bedroom, kitchen, living room, bathroom, entrance, and balcony.\" class=\"wp-image-20243 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07084408\/show-the-area-of-a-room.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07084408\/show-the-area-of-a-room-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07084408\/show-the-area-of-a-room-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07084408\/show-the-area-of-a-room-768x480.jpg 768w\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-show-the-area-of-a-room\">Show The Area of a Room<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Easily display the usable area of each room directly on your floor plan, so it's clear how much space is available. This measurement updates automatically whenever you adjust the layout, making sure your floor plan always reflects the true size of the space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-add-room-dimensions-length-x-width\">Add Room Dimensions (Length x Width)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Show room dimensions in feet and inches, or meters and centimeters. Or show both units in each room! With the automatic Measurement Wizards, just click in each room and the correct measurements magically appear. Want to edit the placement? Just click and drag to move the label.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1200px) 600px, (min-width: 600px) 50vw, 100vw\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085301\/floor-plan-room-dimensions-one-bedroom.jpg\" alt=\"Black and white 2D floor plan showing detailed room dimensions for a one-bedroom apartment. The bedroom measures 19' 11&quot; x 11' 8&quot;, the bathroom is 6' 1&quot; x 6' 8&quot;, the kitchen is 12' 7&quot; x 12' 0&quot;, and the main living room area is 22' 1&quot; x 11' 3&quot;. An additional section of the living room measures 5' 2&quot; x 24' 4&quot;. The entrance is 10' 5&quot; x 12' 1&quot;, and the exterior landing area is 4' 6&quot; x 11' 0&quot;.\" class=\"wp-image-20245 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085301\/floor-plan-room-dimensions-one-bedroom.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085301\/floor-plan-room-dimensions-one-bedroom-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085301\/floor-plan-room-dimensions-one-bedroom-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085301\/floor-plan-room-dimensions-one-bedroom-768x480.jpg 768w\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1200px) 600px, (min-width: 600px) 50vw, 100vw\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085553\/floor-plan-interior-exterior-measurements.jpg\" alt=\"Black and white 2D floor plan with internal and external measurements. The plan includes a primary bedroom (13' 6&quot; x 10' 9&quot;), bathroom (6' 1&quot; x 6' 5&quot;), kitchen (13' 5&quot; x 10' 11&quot;), and a spacious living room (22' 1&quot; x 12' 7&quot;). The entrance measures 10' 5&quot; x 12' 1&quot;. An outdoor balcony is 5' 2&quot; deep. External measurements are shown along all walls, with the full width of the home at 44' 1&quot; and depth at 17' 0&quot; on the left side and 24' 4&quot; on the right including the balcony extension.\" class=\"wp-image-20246 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085553\/floor-plan-interior-exterior-measurements.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085553\/floor-plan-interior-exterior-measurements-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085553\/floor-plan-interior-exterior-measurements-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085553\/floor-plan-interior-exterior-measurements-768x480.jpg 768w\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-show-inside-outside-and-one-wall-measurements\">Show Inside, Outside, and One Wall Measurements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Accurately show the length of any wall, on the inside or outside of your floor plan. Inside wall measurements help with layout and furnishing, and outside wall lengths make it easy to understand the total structure size. You can display every wall in a room at once or select individual walls to show just what matters.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-measure-the-distance-between-items\">Measure the Distance Between Items<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Need to know how much space there is between furniture? With our measuring tape tool, you can quickly check the distances between any two items in your floor plan. The measurement can be dragged and dropped anywhere on the floor plan.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1200px) 600px, (min-width: 600px) 50vw, 100vw\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085812\/floor-plan-distance-between-items.jpg\" alt=\"Black and white 2D floor plan highlighting specific distances between interior elements. The width of the toilet area in the bathroom is marked as 3'1&quot;, and the length of the kitchen counter is marked as 8'8&quot;. This plan is designed to show spatial relationships and key clearances between fixtures, ideal for renovation or furniture planning.\" class=\"wp-image-20247 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085812\/floor-plan-distance-between-items.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085812\/floor-plan-distance-between-items-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085812\/floor-plan-distance-between-items-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07085812\/floor-plan-distance-between-items-768x480.jpg 768w\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1200px) 600px, (min-width: 600px) 50vw, 100vw\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07093559\/floor-plan-window-door-measurements.jpg\" alt=\"Black and white 2D floor plan showing detailed window and door measurements. Window widths are marked throughout the layout, such as 5'9&quot; in the bedroom, living room, and kitchen. Door openings are also measured, including a 3'2&quot; bathroom door, 2'10&quot; bedroom and bathroom doors, and a 3'9&quot; interior passage. The layout includes a bedroom, bathroom, entrance, kitchen, living room, and balcony.\" class=\"wp-image-20248 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07093559\/floor-plan-window-door-measurements.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07093559\/floor-plan-window-door-measurements-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07093559\/floor-plan-window-door-measurements-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/07093559\/floor-plan-window-door-measurements-768x480.jpg 768w\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-add-window-door-and-fixture-measurements\">Add Window, Door, and Fixture Measurements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Need to know how much space there is between furniture? With our measuring tape tool, you can quickly check the distances between any two items in your floor plan. The measurement can be dragged and dropped anywhere on the floor plan.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-calculate-the-total-area\">Calculate the Total Area<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Calculate the total area of your floor plans in one click, including GTA, GFA, GIA, and more. Choose from standard area types or create your own to meet local regulations and client needs.<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"576\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1200px) 600px, (min-width: 600px) 50vw, 100vw\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/16142203\/floor-plan-gfa-measurement.jpg\" alt=\"Diagram showing Gross Floor Area calculation totaling 5,317 sq ft. The image uses color to distinguish areas: blue represents spaces included in the calculation, and gray represents areas excluded. A simplified building layout illustrates how only specific interior sections are counted toward the total floor area.\" class=\"wp-image-19217 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/16142203\/floor-plan-gfa-measurement.jpg 768w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/16142203\/floor-plan-gfa-measurement-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/16142203\/floor-plan-gfa-measurement-150x113.jpg 150w\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator alignwide has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"t2-accordion t2-faq wp-block-t2-faq\" role=\"list\">\n\n\t\t<div class=\"t2-faq-item t2-accordion-item wp-block-t2-faq-item\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"t2-faq-title t2-accordion-title\" id=\"can-i-show-measurements-in-feet-and-inches-or-in-meters?\">\n\t\t\t\t<button\n\t\t\t\t\taria-controls=\"faq-panel\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-trigger t2-accordion-trigger\"\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-item\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tCan I show measurements in feet and inches or in meters?\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-closed-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevrondown\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 14.9c-.1 0-.3 0-.4-.1-.1 0-.2-.1-.3-.2L6.7 10c-.2-.1-.3-.4-.3-.6 0-.3.1-.5.3-.7.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3s.5.1.7.3l3.9 3.9 3.9-3.9c.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3.3 0 .5.1.7.3.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7l-4.6 4.6c-.1.1-.2.2-.3.2H12z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-open-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevronup\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M6.7 14.7c-.2-.2-.3-.4-.3-.7s.1-.5.3-.7l4.6-4.6c.1-.1.2-.2.3-.2.1 0 .2-.1.4-.1.1 0 .3 0 .4.1.1 0 .2.1.3.2l4.6 4.6c.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3L12 10.8l-3.9 3.9c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\taria-labelledby=\"faq-item\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-item__inner-container t2-accordion-item__inner-container is-layout-flow\"\n\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-panel\"\n\t\t\t\trole=\"region\"\n\t\t\t\thidden\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>RoomSketcher lets you choose your preferred unit system. You can display measurements in either imperial (feet\/inches) or metric (meters\/centimeters).<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"t2-faq-item t2-accordion-item wp-block-t2-faq-item\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"t2-faq-title t2-accordion-title\" id=\"can-i-choose-which-measurements-are-visible-on-my-floor-plan?\">\n\t\t\t\t<button\n\t\t\t\t\taria-controls=\"faq-panel-1\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-trigger t2-accordion-trigger\"\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-item-1\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tCan I choose which measurements are visible on my floor plan?\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-closed-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevrondown\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 14.9c-.1 0-.3 0-.4-.1-.1 0-.2-.1-.3-.2L6.7 10c-.2-.1-.3-.4-.3-.6 0-.3.1-.5.3-.7.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3s.5.1.7.3l3.9 3.9 3.9-3.9c.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3.3 0 .5.1.7.3.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7l-4.6 4.6c-.1.1-.2.2-.3.2H12z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-open-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevronup\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M6.7 14.7c-.2-.2-.3-.4-.3-.7s.1-.5.3-.7l4.6-4.6c.1-.1.2-.2.3-.2.1 0 .2-.1.4-.1.1 0 .3 0 .4.1.1 0 .2.1.3.2l4.6 4.6c.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3L12 10.8l-3.9 3.9c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\taria-labelledby=\"faq-item-1\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-item__inner-container t2-accordion-item__inner-container is-layout-flow\"\n\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-panel-1\"\n\t\t\t\trole=\"region\"\n\t\t\t\thidden\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Yes! You can show or hide room dimensions, wall lengths, room areas, and more. You have full control over what\u2019s displayed.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"t2-faq-item t2-accordion-item wp-block-t2-faq-item\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"t2-faq-title t2-accordion-title\" id=\"how-do-i-add-dimensions-to-a-floor-plan-in-roomsketcher?\">\n\t\t\t\t<button\n\t\t\t\t\taria-controls=\"faq-panel-2\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-trigger t2-accordion-trigger\"\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-item-2\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tHow do I add dimensions to a floor plan in RoomSketcher?\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-closed-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevrondown\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 14.9c-.1 0-.3 0-.4-.1-.1 0-.2-.1-.3-.2L6.7 10c-.2-.1-.3-.4-.3-.6 0-.3.1-.5.3-.7.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3s.5.1.7.3l3.9 3.9 3.9-3.9c.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3.3 0 .5.1.7.3.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7l-4.6 4.6c-.1.1-.2.2-.3.2H12z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-open-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevronup\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M6.7 14.7c-.2-.2-.3-.4-.3-.7s.1-.5.3-.7l4.6-4.6c.1-.1.2-.2.3-.2.1 0 .2-.1.4-.1.1 0 .3 0 .4.1.1 0 .2.1.3.2l4.6 4.6c.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3L12 10.8l-3.9 3.9c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\taria-labelledby=\"faq-item-2\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-item__inner-container t2-accordion-item__inner-container is-layout-flow\"\n\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-panel-2\"\n\t\t\t\trole=\"region\"\n\t\t\t\thidden\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>You can use the Measurement Wizards to quickly show room dimensions (Length x Width).<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"t2-faq-item t2-accordion-item wp-block-t2-faq-item\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"t2-faq-title t2-accordion-title\" id=\"can-i-measure-the-total-area-of-a-floor-plan?\">\n\t\t\t\t<button\n\t\t\t\t\taria-controls=\"faq-panel-3\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-trigger t2-accordion-trigger\"\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-item-3\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tCan I measure the total area of a floor plan?\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-closed-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevrondown\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 14.9c-.1 0-.3 0-.4-.1-.1 0-.2-.1-.3-.2L6.7 10c-.2-.1-.3-.4-.3-.6 0-.3.1-.5.3-.7.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3s.5.1.7.3l3.9 3.9 3.9-3.9c.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3.3 0 .5.1.7.3.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7l-4.6 4.6c-.1.1-.2.2-.3.2H12z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-open-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevronup\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M6.7 14.7c-.2-.2-.3-.4-.3-.7s.1-.5.3-.7l4.6-4.6c.1-.1.2-.2.3-.2.1 0 .2-.1.4-.1.1 0 .3 0 .4.1.1 0 .2.1.3.2l4.6 4.6c.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3L12 10.8l-3.9 3.9c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\taria-labelledby=\"faq-item-3\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-item__inner-container t2-accordion-item__inner-container is-layout-flow\"\n\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-panel-3\"\n\t\t\t\trole=\"region\"\n\t\t\t\thidden\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Yes! RoomSketcher automatically calculates the area of each room as you draw. You can also calculate the total area using options like GFA, GIA, or GTA \u2014 or define your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"t2-faq-item t2-accordion-item wp-block-t2-faq-item\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"t2-faq-title t2-accordion-title\" id=\"what-scale-should-i-use-for-a-floor-plan?\">\n\t\t\t\t<button\n\t\t\t\t\taria-controls=\"faq-panel-4\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-trigger t2-accordion-trigger\"\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-item-4\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tWhat scale should I use for a floor plan?\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-closed-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevrondown\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 14.9c-.1 0-.3 0-.4-.1-.1 0-.2-.1-.3-.2L6.7 10c-.2-.1-.3-.4-.3-.6 0-.3.1-.5.3-.7.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3s.5.1.7.3l3.9 3.9 3.9-3.9c.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3.3 0 .5.1.7.3.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7l-4.6 4.6c-.1.1-.2.2-.3.2H12z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-open-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevronup\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M6.7 14.7c-.2-.2-.3-.4-.3-.7s.1-.5.3-.7l4.6-4.6c.1-.1.2-.2.3-.2.1 0 .2-.1.4-.1.1 0 .3 0 .4.1.1 0 .2.1.3.2l4.6 4.6c.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3L12 10.8l-3.9 3.9c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\taria-labelledby=\"faq-item-4\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-item__inner-container t2-accordion-item__inner-container is-layout-flow\"\n\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-panel-4\"\n\t\t\t\trole=\"region\"\n\t\t\t\thidden\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>RoomSketcher supports standard architectural scales, such as 1:50 and 1:100, when saving floor plans as PDFs. You can choose the best scale based on your paper size and project needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"t2-faq-item t2-accordion-item wp-block-t2-faq-item\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"t2-faq-title t2-accordion-title\" id=\"what-are-typical-floor-plan-dimensions?\">\n\t\t\t\t<button\n\t\t\t\t\taria-controls=\"faq-panel-5\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-trigger t2-accordion-trigger\"\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-item-5\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tWhat are typical floor plan dimensions?\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-closed-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevrondown\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 14.9c-.1 0-.3 0-.4-.1-.1 0-.2-.1-.3-.2L6.7 10c-.2-.1-.3-.4-.3-.6 0-.3.1-.5.3-.7.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3s.5.1.7.3l3.9 3.9 3.9-3.9c.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3.3 0 .5.1.7.3.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7l-4.6 4.6c-.1.1-.2.2-.3.2H12z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-open-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevronup\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M6.7 14.7c-.2-.2-.3-.4-.3-.7s.1-.5.3-.7l4.6-4.6c.1-.1.2-.2.3-.2.1 0 .2-.1.4-.1.1 0 .3 0 .4.1.1 0 .2.1.3.2l4.6 4.6c.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3L12 10.8l-3.9 3.9c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\taria-labelledby=\"faq-item-5\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-item__inner-container t2-accordion-item__inner-container is-layout-flow\"\n\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-panel-5\"\n\t\t\t\trole=\"region\"\n\t\t\t\thidden\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Typical dimensions vary depending on the type of property. With RoomSketcher, you define the size of every room \u2014 so your floor plan can match anything from a studio to a large commercial space.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"t2-faq-item t2-accordion-item wp-block-t2-faq-item\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"t2-faq-title t2-accordion-title\" id=\"how-do-i-show-specific-dimensions,-like-between-furniture?\">\n\t\t\t\t<button\n\t\t\t\t\taria-controls=\"faq-panel-6\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-trigger t2-accordion-trigger\"\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-item-6\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tHow do I show specific dimensions, like between furniture?\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-closed-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevrondown\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 14.9c-.1 0-.3 0-.4-.1-.1 0-.2-.1-.3-.2L6.7 10c-.2-.1-.3-.4-.3-.6 0-.3.1-.5.3-.7.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3s.5.1.7.3l3.9 3.9 3.9-3.9c.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3.3 0 .5.1.7.3.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7l-4.6 4.6c-.1.1-.2.2-.3.2H12z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-open-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevronup\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M6.7 14.7c-.2-.2-.3-.4-.3-.7s.1-.5.3-.7l4.6-4.6c.1-.1.2-.2.3-.2.1 0 .2-.1.4-.1.1 0 .3 0 .4.1.1 0 .2.1.3.2l4.6 4.6c.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3L12 10.8l-3.9 3.9c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\taria-labelledby=\"faq-item-6\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-item__inner-container t2-accordion-item__inner-container is-layout-flow\"\n\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-panel-6\"\n\t\t\t\trole=\"region\"\n\t\t\t\thidden\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Use the measuring tape tool to measure the distance between any two points. It\u2019s great for checking clearances and planning layouts.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\n\n\t\t<div class=\"t2-faq-item t2-accordion-item wp-block-t2-faq-item\" role=\"listitem\">\n\t\t\t<h3 class=\"t2-faq-title t2-accordion-title\" id=\"how-accurate-are-the-measurements-in-roomsketcher?\">\n\t\t\t\t<button\n\t\t\t\t\taria-controls=\"faq-panel-7\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-expanded=\"false\"\n\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-trigger t2-accordion-trigger\"\n\t\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-item-7\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\tHow accurate are the measurements in RoomSketcher?\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-closed-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevrondown\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M12 14.9c-.1 0-.3 0-.4-.1-.1 0-.2-.1-.3-.2L6.7 10c-.2-.1-.3-.4-.3-.6 0-.3.1-.5.3-.7.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3s.5.1.7.3l3.9 3.9 3.9-3.9c.2-.2.4-.3.7-.3.3 0 .5.1.7.3.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7l-4.6 4.6c-.1.1-.2.2-.3.2H12z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"t2-faq-icon t2-accordion-icon is-open-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\" class=\"t2-icon t2-icon-chevronup\" aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\"><path d=\"M6.7 14.7c-.2-.2-.3-.4-.3-.7s.1-.5.3-.7l4.6-4.6c.1-.1.2-.2.3-.2.1 0 .2-.1.4-.1.1 0 .3 0 .4.1.1 0 .2.1.3.2l4.6 4.6c.2.2.3.4.3.7s-.1.5-.3.7c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3L12 10.8l-3.9 3.9c-.2.2-.4.3-.7.3s-.5-.1-.7-.3z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t\t<div\n\t\t\t\taria-labelledby=\"faq-item-7\"\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"t2-faq-item__inner-container t2-accordion-item__inner-container is-layout-flow\"\n\t\t\t\tid=\"faq-panel-7\"\n\t\t\t\trole=\"region\"\n\t\t\t\thidden\n\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>As long as your plan is drawn to scale, RoomSketcher provides accurate, real-time measurements that update automatically when you make changes to the layout.<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator alignwide has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-learn-more-on-the-blog\">Learn More on the Blog<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"t2-featured-content-layout alignwide alignwide wp-block-t2-featured-content-layout\" role=\"list\">\n<div class=\"t2-featured-single-post t2-featured-content is-post-type-post category-blog category-floor-plans wp-block-t2-featured-single-post\" role=\"listitem\"><a class=\"t2-post-link wp-block-t2-post-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roomsketcher.com\/blog\/the-7-measurement-types-in-roomsketcher\/\">\n<figure style=\"--t2-focal-point: 50% 50%;\" class=\"t2-post-featured-image has-image-ratio-4-3 wp-block-t2-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/19120122\/roomsketcher-floor-plan-measurements.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Diagram showing how to add measurements to a floor plan, with total area, room sizes, scale in feet and meters, and GLA, GBA, GFA labels.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/19120122\/roomsketcher-floor-plan-measurements.jpg 800w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/19120122\/roomsketcher-floor-plan-measurements-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/19120122\/roomsketcher-floor-plan-measurements-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/wpmedia.roomsketcher.com\/content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/19120122\/roomsketcher-floor-plan-measurements-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (min-width: 1200px) 450px, (min-width: 700px) 33.33vw, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/a>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n\t<a class=\"t2-post-link wp-block-t2-post-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.roomsketcher.com\/blog\/the-7-measurement-types-in-roomsketcher\/\">\n\t<h2 class=\"t2-post-title wp-block-t2-post-title\">The 7 Measurement Types in RoomSketcher<\/h2>\n\t<\/a>\n\t<div class=\"t2-post-excerpt wp-block-t2-post-excerpt\"><p>Did you know that RoomSketcher offers seven different types of measurements? 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