> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.laiout.co/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.laiout.co/upload-modes/lite-mode.md).

# Lite Mode

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<summary>What does Lite Mode do when I upload a file?</summary>

Lite Mode uploads your file as-is, without reading its individual layers. The file appears exactly as it was given to you, so you can skip any cleaning workflow and get straight to a test fit.

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<summary>When would I use Lite Mode?</summary>

Lite Mode is built for quick test fits. Use it as soon as you receive a file to check whether a building is worth spending more time on, before committing to a full workflow.

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<summary>What file formats can I upload to Lite?</summary>

You can upload DXF, DWG and PDF files.

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<summary>Can I upload PDF in Lite?</summary>

Yes, you can. You will have to specify the scale though.

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<summary>Can I crop my floor plan when uploading in Lite Mode?</summary>

Yes. Cropping is useful when your file contains several floors on one page. You can either crop to the specific area you want to work with, or use the entire file.

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<summary>How do I set the scale in Lite Mode?</summary>

When you upload your file, measurements are shown on screen. If the scale looks correct, confirm it and continue.

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<summary>How do I mark the area I want to zone in Lite Mode?</summary>

Use the plus tool to include the area you want to zone. You have two ways to select: polygons for precise selections, or rectangular selection for quicker, rougher work. You don't need to be super precise, as Lite Mode is designed for speed.

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<summary>How do I exclude areas from the layout in Lite Mode?</summary>

Use the minus tool to exclude regions where you don't want laiout to place desks or other elements, such as pillars or walls. If you don't exclude an obstruction, laiout will place items wherever it can regardless.

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<summary>What happens if I don't exclude a pillar or obstruction?</summary>

If you leave an obstruction inside your included area, laiout may place a desk or other element on top of it. For a quick test fit, this is often acceptable. For a cleaner result, exclude those elements manually.

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<summary>How do I add a corridor in Lite Mode?</summary>

Once your areas are marked, draw a corridor. For simplicity, you can just draw one straight down the middle of the space.

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<summary>Can I set preferences before generating in Lite Mode?</summary>

Yes. You can specify preferences such as how many people you want to fit, and laiout will factor these in when generating.

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<summary>How long does a Lite Mode generation take?</summary>

Less than a minute. Lite Mode is built for speed so you can quickly assess whether a floor plan is worth developing further.

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<summary>Can I edit floors in lite after generating?</summary>

To edit a floor you've once completed and generated on, go to the Floor page by clicking on Floor name in the breadcrumbs. Select 'Edit floor plan" to edit it further.

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<summary>Can I upgrade to Pro Mode after using Lite Mode?</summary>

Yes. Once you have verified through Lite Mode that a building is suitable, you can upgrade to the full Pro Mode workflow to develop a more detailed layout.

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