# Clearance & Spacing Standards

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<summary>How can I define distances between objects in my floor plan?</summary>

You can define clearances at company level, in tab Clearance under Presets, available after clicking on your Initial in the upper left corner.

**Video guide:** [laiout lessons - How to configure clearance and spacing standards](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiLbef8KWEM)

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<summary>Can I edit workstation clearance?</summary>

Yes. It's possible to edit workstation clearance by setting new parameters in Presets/Furniture. Once set and updated, the furniture models can be refreshed to reflect the updated data.

**Video guide:** [laiout lessons - How to Use Multiple Workstation Types in One Layout](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lhnPzFRA2o)

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<summary>Can I define max number of desks in a row?</summary>

Yes, you can define it in Advanced Preferences by inserting the number in the "Max Number of Rows" field.

**Video guide:** [laiout lessons - How to configure clearance and spacing standards](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiLbef8KWEM)

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<summary>How can I automatically distance desk rows?</summary>

It's possible to change the distance between rows of desks by accessing the Advanced Preferences and adjust the Desk to Desk clearance.

**Video guide:** [laiout lessons - How to configure clearance and spacing standards](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiLbef8KWEM)

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<summary>Can I set a distance between desk rows?</summary>

It's possible to change the distance between rows of desks by accessing the Advanced Preferences and adjust the Desk to Desk clearance.

**Video guide:** [laiout lessons - How to configure clearance and spacing standards](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiLbef8KWEM)

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<summary>Can I add space between desks to have shelves?</summary>

It's possible to change the distance between rows of desks by accessing the Advanced Preferences and adjust the Desk to Desk clearance.

**Video guide:** [laiout lessons - How to configure clearance and spacing standards](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiLbef8KWEM)

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<summary>Can I define how far from windows furniture can be placed?</summary>

It's possible to change the distance from windows by accessing the Advanced Preferences and adjust the Window clearance.

**Video guide:** [laiout lessons - How to configure clearance and spacing standards](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiLbef8KWEM)

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<summary>Are the distances in my layout legally compliant?</summary>

The clearance and spacing parameters you can set in the app help you work towards compliance with local regulations. Always verify your layouts against the specific requirements for your region.

**Video guide:** [laiout lessons - How to configure clearance and spacing standards](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiLbef8KWEM)

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