# Suggestions **URL:** https://forum.revopoint3d.com/c/product-support-feedback/suggestions/29.md [Latest](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the Suggestions category](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/about-the-suggestions-category/1912)
**Author:** [@Revopoint](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Revopoint)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2021, 7:33am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/about-the-suggestions-category/1912 "2021-04-13T07:33:20Z")
Make your suggestions for Revopoint 3D scanners, Revo Scan and more. --- ## [Revoscan software version in PLY file](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/revoscan-software-version-in-ply-file/44018)
**Author:** [@Chrispy](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Chrispy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 2, 2026, 2:56am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/revoscan-software-version-in-ply-file/44018 "2026-10-02T02:56:02Z")
Is there a way to have the version of Revoscan that was used to build a .PLY file automatically entered into the header of the .PLY file? --- ## [RevoScan 6 - Transform Mode](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/revoscan-6-transform-mode/44007)
**Author:** [@Frag](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Frag)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2026, 3:26pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/revoscan-6-transform-mode/44007 "2026-09-25T15:26:16Z")
The ability to transform the model is certainly a step in the right direction; however, the implementation of this feature was a major disappointment for me. I do have an idea, though, on how to significantly improve thi… --- ## [More QoL Requests - Remember my Choice!](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/more-qol-requests-remember-my-choice/43897)
**Author:** [@Durahl](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Durahl)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 7:14pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/more-qol-requests-remember-my-choice/43897 "2026-09-08T19:14:05Z")
Concerning the Camera Parameters and Depth Camera: Could we EITHER get the Option for them to remember the last User set State OR have the ability to define a Default one? Call me weird but I kinda like seeing the D… --- ## [Linux Debian Software](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/linux-debian-software/2981)
**Author:** [@nmu](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/nmu)\ **Replies:** 56\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2026, 5:07pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/linux-debian-software/2981 "2026-09-08T17:07:00Z")
Hi, is there a plan to develop, or porting the handyscan software to debian plattform? I think a tiny laptop with linux os, can do a better job than a smartphone (up to now, could not manage any device to successfully sc… --- ## ["Running on battery" warning popup](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/running-on-battery-warning-popup/43430)
**Author:** [@jrychter](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/jrychter)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [September 6, 2026, 6:34pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/running-on-battery-warning-popup/43430 "2026-09-06T18:34:45Z")
I use the POP4 with my Macbook Pro (wired, because it’s faster), and every time I start scanning, a little popup window appears in the bottom right corner, warning me about running on battery. I know I am running on bat… --- ## [RevoScan 6 iOS update](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/revoscan-6-ios-update/43451)
**Author:** [@Tobby96](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Tobby96)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 24, 2026, 2:10am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/revoscan-6-ios-update/43451 "2026-08-24T02:10:03Z")
I know i have asked a few weeks ago about an ETA for pop4 support from the Kickstarter, I was told soon. Is this still coming soon? I would like to take it with my pop4 to scan outdoors. I cant very well do that with my … --- ## [Feature request: SpaceMouse support](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-request-spacemouse-support/43230)
**Author:** [@jrychter](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/jrychter)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2026, 8:39pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-request-spacemouse-support/43230 "2026-08-18T20:39:13Z")
I use a 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse for all 3d work — Autodesk Fusion, OrcaSlicer, Bambu Studio, PrusaSlicer. But it does not work in RevoScan. Please add support for the SpaceMouse! --- ## [Revo Metro Scan Alignment Feature Request](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/revo-metro-scan-alignment-feature-request/43626)
**Author:** [@hwright](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/hwright)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2026, 3:45pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/revo-metro-scan-alignment-feature-request/43626 "2026-08-09T15:45:34Z")
Hi, I have the inspire 2 and overall I really like it and I am quite impressed with the overall accuracy and performance, it’s got great features at the price point. I am struggling a little bit with aligning scans, per… --- ## [Device connection required to use software](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/device-connection-required-to-use-software/43494)
**Author:** [@Dithermaster](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Dithermaster)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2026, 4:22pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/device-connection-required-to-use-software/43494 "2026-07-21T16:22:44Z")
Often, when I open RevoScan6 to work on scans I did, it makes me connect the POP 4 to activate the license so I can use the software. This is bothersome and risks damage to the device when it could remain safe in its cas… --- ## [Align to Coordinate System Using Surface Approximation in RevoScan](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/align-to-coordinate-system-using-surface-approximation-in-revoscan/23180)
**Author:** [@SphaeroX](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/SphaeroX)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2026, 10:14pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/align-to-coordinate-system-using-surface-approximation-in-revoscan/23180 "2026-07-07T22:14:01Z")
I would like to suggest a feature in RevoScan software that could significantly simplify working with 3D scans. It involves the ability to align the point cloud to the coordinate system by approximating a surface through… --- ## [Open scans on alternate computer](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/open-scans-on-alternate-computer/43309)
**Author:** [@Dehidding](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Dehidding)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2026, 12:20pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/open-scans-on-alternate-computer/43309 "2026-07-06T12:20:42Z")
You should make it easier to open scans on an alternate computer. I frequently scan using a laptop, but would like to open the scan (after transfering the file folder) to my desktop (which is more powerful and runs fast… --- ## [Edit Raw Data with RevoScan 6](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/edit-raw-data-with-revoscan-6/43157)
**Author:** [@fenjen](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/fenjen)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2026, 6:57am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/edit-raw-data-with-revoscan-6/43157 "2026-07-03T06:57:14Z")
Hi, I was wondering if there’s the option to edit raw data on Revoscan 6. It seems like it would make sense to remove unneccesary datapoints before fusing to save on processing time, but I understand at the moment it doe… --- ## [Deleting unnecessary data](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/deleting-unnecessary-data/34976)
**Author:** [@Snakegreen](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Snakegreen)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2026, 5:52pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/deleting-unnecessary-data/34976 "2026-06-19T17:52:27Z")
My experience with other scanners shows that it is very convenient to delete “bad and superfluous” data before the Fusion stage. This allows you to remove debris when you lose a track and re-scan the problem area. --- ## [Suggestions and Feedback for Revo Scan 5 MetroX](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/suggestions-and-feedback-for-revo-scan-5-metrox/31622)
**Author:** [@Revopoint-Jane](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Revopoint-Jane)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2026, 8:29pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/suggestions-and-feedback-for-revo-scan-5-metrox/31622 "2026-06-15T20:29:21Z")
Hello everyone, As you may know, we have recently launched specialized software, Revo Scan 5 MetroX. Given that this software is in its initial release phase, some areas may require improvement. So, we’d love to hea… --- ## [“Marked as Read” button](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/marked-as-read-button/43043)
**Author:** [@Bifi](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Bifi)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2026, 7:01am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/marked-as-read-button/43043 "2026-06-07T07:01:01Z")
Hello, I’d like to see a “Mark as Read” button so that I can see ONLY the newest threads the next time I visit. --- ## [Trackit - marker mode standalone suggestion](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/trackit-marker-mode-standalone-suggestion/41595)
**Author:** [@binadhed](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/binadhed)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2026, 7:01pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/trackit-marker-mode-standalone-suggestion/41595 "2026-06-05T19:01:11Z")
This is a suggestion, I know it is feasible but I don’t know if revopoint will want to invest in it and or if people are willing to buy it. I dont use the track it as much, when I first got it I thought I was going to h… --- ## [Feature request: ability to remove/edit point cloud BEFORE fusion](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-request-ability-to-remove-edit-point-cloud-before-fusion/42883)
**Author:** [@tmiller](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/tmiller)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2026, 4:11pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-request-ability-to-remove-edit-point-cloud-before-fusion/42883 "2026-06-05T16:11:26Z")
I scan a lot of small objects which means that the scan will inevitably pick up more of the surrounding then needed. Fusion processing would be a lot faster if we could simply delete the extra scan data that is clearly n… --- ## [Feature Request: Manual deselection in isolation preview](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-request-manual-deselection-in-isolation-preview/42988)
**Author:** [@TheGuyWhoAnnoys](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/TheGuyWhoAnnoys)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2026, 9:20pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-request-manual-deselection-in-isolation-preview/42988 "2026-06-04T21:20:16Z")
Hi, It would be super helpful if it’s possible to manually deselect points or mesh parts in the isolation preview, just like in the hole-filling tool (either via Lasso, Rectangular or Polygon selection). ​It’d give us … --- ## [Feature Request: Smoothing Brush & Spacemouse Support from Revo Metro in Revo Scan 6](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-request-smoothing-brush-spacemouse-support-from-revo-metro-in-revo-scan-6/42682)
**Author:** [@TheGuyWhoAnnoys](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/TheGuyWhoAnnoys)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2026, 5:03pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-request-smoothing-brush-spacemouse-support-from-revo-metro-in-revo-scan-6/42682 "2026-05-26T17:03:43Z")
Hi everyone, While I’m eagerly awaiting my new POP 4 to ship, I decided to dive into the current Revo Scan 6.0 software. I’ve exclusively used Revo Metro up until now, and in the short time I’ve spent with the new UI, … --- ## [FEATURE REQUEST/QUESTION REVOSCAN IN GENERAL](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-request-question-revoscan-in-general/41643)
**Author:** [@BobbyCrook](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/BobbyCrook)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2026, 11:04am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-request-question-revoscan-in-general/41643 "2026-05-15T11:04:34Z")
Hi, Will there be an option to change the colour of the laser lines in the software in the future. It might just be me but the colour is similar to the actual scan and its sometimes hard to see. Additionally and I thin… --- ## [Inconsistent Scroll Wheel Zoom Behavior when holding CTRL in Revo Metro V5.8.6.340](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/inconsistent-scroll-wheel-zoom-behavior-when-holding-ctrl-in-revo-metro-v5-8-6-340/42466)
**Author:** [@TheGuyWhoAnnoys](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/TheGuyWhoAnnoys)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2026, 3:26pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/inconsistent-scroll-wheel-zoom-behavior-when-holding-ctrl-in-revo-metro-v5-8-6-340/42466 "2026-04-17T15:26:47Z")
Hi, The more I become familiar with the workflow in Revo Metro, one “issue” in particular stands out: When navigating using CTRL + Left Click (e.g., while using the smoothing brush or selection tools), holding the CTRL … --- ## [Zoom Direction Option](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/zoom-direction-option/35466)
**Author:** [@Rendermandan](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Rendermandan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2026, 5:58pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/zoom-direction-option/35466 "2026-04-05T17:58:20Z")
I’m not sure if it has been suggested before. I didn’t find anything when searching for “zoom” or “Mouse”. I’m an AutoCAD user and very used to using the middle mouse roller wheel to zoom IN when rolling forward and OUT… --- ## [Feature request: Better multithreading during batch-processing](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-request-better-multithreading-during-batch-processing/42195)
**Author:** [@badhabit](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/badhabit)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2026, 10:37am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-request-better-multithreading-during-batch-processing/42195 "2026-03-21T10:37:55Z")
Hi, During batch-processing of fusioning Revo Metro could utilize more cores and bring down over-all processing time. In this example i have 4 scans that i’d like to fuse, but it still takes them one at the time, even t… --- ## [Just give software update to control Tracker's gimbal and IR vision](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/just-give-software-update-to-control-trackers-gimbal-and-ir-vision/41899)
**Author:** [@serdarbas](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/serdarbas)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2026, 5:50pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/just-give-software-update-to-control-trackers-gimbal-and-ir-vision/41899 "2026-02-01T17:50:18Z")
Guys seriously, On calibration your software is capable of controlling trakcer’s gimbal on 360 degree and have a preview window to show IR reflection. Why not give this option to us as well? We wouldn’t need ball trip… --- ## [Feature requests for WiFi operation](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-requests-for-wifi-operation/41187)
**Author:** [@bananu7](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/bananu7)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2026, 9:24pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/feature-requests-for-wifi-operation/41187 "2026-01-21T21:24:57Z")
I have just received my new MetroY Pro. As it doesn’t have a Mac version, I could only use it with my windows desktop. I had no issues with the wired mode, but unfortunately i couldn’t do many other things: \* I have no … --- ## [Voice Feedback for Revoscan](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/voice-feedback-for-revoscan/30320)
**Author:** [@Bora.Schninsky](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Bora.Schninsky)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2025, 10:07am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/voice-feedback-for-revoscan/30320 "2025-12-28T10:07:22Z")
Hello dear revopoint team… I would like for myself or for us to have a voice output for error messages or instructions for scanning… for example “scanner too far away” or “please move 5cm forward” or something like that… --- ## [New Software features](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/new-software-features/19515)
**Author:** [@juanlalupa](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/juanlalupa)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2025, 4:39pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/new-software-features/19515 "2025-12-26T16:39:06Z")
Hi everyone! I’m been using the revopoint mini for some time now and I totally enjoy it!!! But after using other 3d scanners I miss some features in the software that would be nice to have: It would be nice to have an h… --- ## [Trackit Suggestions](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/trackit-suggestions/41238)
**Author:** [@Dehidding](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/Dehidding)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2025, 6:52pm UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/trackit-suggestions/41238 "2025-11-30T18:52:40Z")
The use of two cases for the Trackit makes sense given the amount gear that is included. However it would be better if ALL of the gear associated with calibration was in one case and if the gear for basic scanning was i… --- ## [Extra Fine Zoom Mode - Suggestion](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/extra-fine-zoom-mode-suggestion/41172)
**Author:** [@BobbyCrook](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/u/BobbyCrook)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2025, 3:41am UTC](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/t/extra-fine-zoom-mode-suggestion/41172 "2025-11-24T03:41:23Z")
I have both the Metro X and the Trackit. I know you can press the bottom button and it default Zooms in, but it would be amazing if once you press the button, that you can use the ± buttons to zoom in super close. I st… [Next page](https://forum.revopoint3d.com/c/product-support-feedback/suggestions/29.md?page=1)