Published on 10 Dec 2025
XGRIDS LixelStudio Update: What’s New in v3.5.1.0
Key improvements and feature updates in the latest LixelStudio release
The latest XGRIDS LixelStudio update brings practical improvements that make point-cloud processing cleaner, faster and easier for surveying and mapping workflows.
Version 3.5.1.0 focuses on clearer data outputs, smoother modelling and more efficient drawing and measurement tools.
Alex Williams, Technical Geospatial Specialist at Heliguy said:
“The latest LixelStudio v3.5.1.0 update brings valuable visual improvements to engineering workflows. The ability to import Gaussian splats and view them alongside point clouds is particularly useful for detailed analysis.”
Overview
New features include Plane Draw for creating line work directly on point clouds, helping users convert 3D data into accurate 2D drawings, and utilising Gaussian splats for clearer visuals.
Enhanced filtering produces cleaner point-cloud outputs, while expanded format support – including .lcc import and .ilas export – improves data transfer between platforms.
Usability upgrades such as a viewport scale display, activation-code transfer and clearer licence reminders help teams work more efficiently and avoid workflow interruptions.
Key updates and real-world benefits
Cleaner point-cloud outputs
Produces sharper datasets that reduce manual clean-up and improve measurement accuracy.
Plane Draw for line work creation
Draw vectors directly over point clouds or floor plans, speeding up the production of 2D drawings.
Gaussian splats support
Enhances visual clarity in dense environments and improves interpretation during QA checks.
Side-by-side viewing
Compare Gaussian splats and point clouds together for easier model review.
Improved outdoor building mapping
Generates more accurate high-rise data, helping with city modelling and inspection tasks.
Stable and predictable map fusion
Fixes issues in open-tunnel environments and offers clearer error codes for quicker troubleshooting.
RTCM support for coordinate transformation
Improves alignment with survey-grade GNSS workflows. Enhanced LAS-to-E57 conversion
Combines point clouds with panoramic imagery for ready-to-use E57 files.
Workflow improvements also play a strong role in this update
Dynamic object removal helps clean up mobile-mapping datasets by filtering out passing vehicles.
Floor-based slicing enables focused analysis of multi-storey buildings, while flexible profile views now work from any angle.
Bounding boxes only appear when point clouds are selected, helping to reduce screen clutter during detailed work.
Summary
Overall, LixelStudio v3.5.1.0 delivers a mix of new tools and refined performance that make everyday processing more efficient.
Surveyors, engineers and mapping professionals should see faster turnaround times, cleaner outputs and a smoother experience across the platform.
To learn more about LixelStudio and how it can benefit your operations, get in touch with our Survey Team.