Cables & Routes

Once electrical objects are placed and groups assigned, GorkyCAD automatically routes cables between panels and objects.

Auto Routing

Click Auto Route or press Ctrl+R. The system:

1. Connects every outlet/light to its assigned panel
2. Finds the shortest path avoiding walls and openings
3. Respects installation method (chased, trunking, exposed)
4. Calculates cable lengths

Installation methods:

• Chased in wall — default for residential, requires wall material
• Cable trunking — for offices and commercial
• Exposed on tray — for industrial and basements
• Underground — for external connections

Manual Editing

After auto routing, you can manually adjust routes:

• Drag route nodes to reposition
• Add intermediate points by clicking on a route segment
• Delete nodes with Delete or Backspace
• Change installation method per segment

Cable length recalculates automatically on any change.

Cable Schedule

The cable schedule is auto-generated and contains:

• Cable ID and type (VVGng, NYM, etc.)
• Cross-section (calculated automatically)
• Length (from routing)
• Installation method
• Connected objects (from → to)