Thinned Point Cloud

Learn about the formats Looq exports for the thinned point cloud deliverable

Updated on December 23rd, 2025

How to Export Files From qApp

Looq offers a number of different file export formats that can be accessed from the Files menu in a Site. 

 

Thinned Point Cloud

The point cloud deliverable is provided in the following format:

  • LAZ file format
  • RGB coloring
  • Classification
  • Projected in Site Coordinate system
  • 10% the file size of the full resolution point cloud
    • Reduction in points on ground and flat surfaces
    • Preserves density for poles, overhead power, etc.

This file format is recommended for use in tools such as PLS CADD as it is lighter weight. 

 

Thinned Point Cloud (150 mb)
Full Resolution Point Cloud (1.5 gb)