LAS Layer Legend Types

A legend type is a display method used to draw color-coded points based on point attributes such as elevation, intensity, classification, return combination, point source, and several others. The legend type chosen will apply to the point cloud and other surface derivatives of the Active LAS Layer.

The colors used for each legend type are modified using the Symbology Property Page for the LAS Layer.
The colors used for each legend type are modified using the Symbology Property Page or the applicable tab in Live View for each LAS Layer.

You can also modify the display characteristics using the Display Filter tab, also on the Layer Properties dialog box.

Learn more about the Symbology Property Page

How to Change Legend Type for a LIDAR Layer

1. Press the arrow next to the Legend Type command on the Map, Profile, 3D Viewer or Immersive Viewer toolbars. This will display the dropdown selector containing all available legend types.

   

2. Select a legend type to use for the type of display in the map.
   • Elevation
   • Color bands
   • Classification
   • Point Source ID
   • Intensity
   • Monochromatic
   • Return Combination
   • GIS Fusion
   • RGB Value
   • Files
   • Elevation Difference
   • Point Density
   • User Data
   • GPS Time
   • Scan Angle
   • , , Display by Extra Bytes 1, 2, 3
   • No Display Type

The legend type you choose will instantly be applied to the LIDAR Layer displayed.

How to Display No Points

1. When you want to remove points from display while keeping LAS Layers open, simply select the No Display Type Legend command.
2. When you are ready to display points again, select a desired Legend Type.