Comparison Tool - PIX4Dfields

This article provides an overview of the comparison tool and detailed instructions on how to use it to compare layers within the same project or across multiple projects.

The comparison tool is useful for interactively comparing content from different raster layers. The layers can be index maps, orthomosaics, or rasters from different time periods.

To compare layers:

1. Click the Compare icon on the right upper corner of the screen.
   1. Select Double to duplicate the area.
   2. Select Split to compare the same area (recommended)
2. On the left sidebar, select the layers to view.
3. The vertical line in the middle of the map interface can interactively move from side to side to reveal content from separate layers.
4. Click the icon beside a layer to set it as the left or right view.
5. Click the cross symbol next to COMPARE on the left sidebar to exit the comparison tool.

Comparing layers in different projects 

When comparing data across different time periods or projects, it is advisable to process all flight data within the same project to ensure seamless integration.

The Import feature enables the consolidation of all relevant data in one location.

If the data is in separate projects, export the layers from one project and then import them into the other to utilize the comparison tool effectively.

1. Open Project A.
2. Go to Export, Layers. 
3. Select the layers to be exported.
4. Select .data.tif and Embedded overviews. 
5. Click Export.
6. Open Project B, and click Import:
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7. Choose GeoTiff. 
8. Select the previously exported file from Project A.
9. Use the Comparison tool.