1. Add the app to your Autodesk Construction Cloud® Account: Admins can find the Sortdesk IDS Editor & Validator in ACC Account Admin under the “Apps” tab. To add the app to your ACC account, select the app and click “Add to ACC". 

   Access and Open IFC Files

   • From Autodesk Construction Cloud: Easily open IFC files stored in your ACC projects directly within Sortdesk. Simply connect your ACC account, browse your project files, and select the IFC model you want to work with.
   • From Local Files: You can also upload IFC files stored on your local device without needing to sync them to the cloud.

2. View and Explore Your Models

   • Once your IFC file is loaded in Sortdesk’s viewer, you can use powerful tools such as:
     • Sectioning: Cut through models for better visualization of internal elements.
     • Measurement: Measure distances and dimensions within the model for precise analysis.
     • Plan Viewing: Switch between 3D and 2D views for enhanced understanding.
     • Object Tree Navigation: Quickly navigate through your model’s hierarchical structure.   

3. IDS Validation

   • One of Sortdesk’s core features is its IDS (Information Delivery Specification) editor and checker. With this, you can:
     • Create or Import IDS Files: Define the required specifications for your model, or import existing IDS files for validation.
     • Validate Your IFC Model: Automatically check your IFC file against the IDS requirements. This ensures that your model complies with the project’s specified standards.
     • Get Immediate Feedback: Sortdesk provides a clear list of elements that don’t meet the IDS criteria, allowing you to quickly make adjustments.

4. Manage Compliance and Project Standards

   • Sortdesk allows you to export compliance reports for project documentation, or use the feedback to modify your IFC model and ensure it meets all project requirements.
   • For ACC projects, you can seamlessly validate and update models without switching between different tools, maintaining an efficient, uninterrupted workflow.

How It Fits Into Your Workflow

Sortdesk is designed to enhance and streamline the existing BIM workflow for AEC professionals. Whether you're working on models stored in Autodesk Construction Cloud or on local files, Sortdesk offers a seamless process for model exploration, IDS validation, and compliance checking. With no software installation required, Sortdesk fits into any environment—simply access it through your browser, and you're ready to work.