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 How to Retrieve .las and .e57 Files and Folder Hierarchies in Trimble Connect using Wokspace API?

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sandro DA SILVA posted 12-04-2024 04:01

Hi Trimble Connect Community,

I am not sure if this is the right place to post my question, as I am more familiar with the Autodesk API forums, which I find clearer and more accessible. I hope someone here can assist me!

I am working on a project using the Trimble Connect Workspace API, and I need help with the following:

  1. Retrieve .las and .e57 files:

    • These files are directly stored in the project, not managed by any external extension like Reality Capture (which only handles their display).
    • Despite searching through the API, I couldn't find a way to specifically list or access these point cloud files. Could you provide guidance on how to retrieve them programmatically?
  2. Retrieve folder hierarchy:

    • I attempted to reconstruct the folder hierarchy using the folderPath property from the models, but this only provides a flat structure (e.g., "ProjectName > SubFolder") and doesn't represent the full hierarchy.
    • Additionally, there doesn't seem to be a way to list the files within these folders using the available API methods.
    • Is there an approach or method to correctly retrieve the folder structure and its contents?
  3. Recommendations:

    • Are there any specific APIs, plugins, or workflows within Trimble Connect that are better suited for accessing point cloud files (.las, .e57) and managing project folders/files?

Any help, documentation references, or examples would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for your time and assistance.

Best regards,
Sandro