Routing Manager Options

Set the routing level, elevation mode, preferred routing zone and drop zone before generating routes.

Last updated July 19, 2026

The Routing Manager defines the spatial constraints and elevation zones that govern how Auto BIM Route places electrical conduits through the building. The small diagram on the right of the panel is live — it updates as you change values, so you can see the routing zone and drop path before you generate anything.

The Routing Manager panel in Overhead mode

Pick a setting below to learn what it does.

Table of Contents

LevelPick the building level where routing happens; switching it refreshes R and E.
Overhead vs UndergroundChoose whether conduits run in the ceiling or below the slab.
Preferred Routing Zone (R)The height of the band where horizontal conduits run (minimum 3 ft).
Drop Zone (E)The rise or drop conduits travel between a panel and the routing zone.
Separate elevations per directionGive North-South and East-West runs different heights to avoid clashes.
Panel header controlsThe Info, Segment Details and collapse controls on the panel header.