Contour labelling in OpenRoads can feel constrained when you want more control over placement, rotation, and consistency-especially on large or complex models.
This video introduces a new dynamic approach to contour labelling that’s designed to be quick to use and flexible in how annotations are placed and managed. It works with contours dropped from an OpenRoads terrain, but it’s not limited to that-contours from other sources can be labelled the same way.
The strength of this workflow is the level of annotation control it gives the user. You can define exactly what gets labelled, how accurate the labels need to be, and which levels are used for both contours and text. That separation makes it easier to produce clear, readable drawings without fighting the settings.
Label placement is intentionally simple. You can use a dynamic two‑point method with different rotation options, or just select a contour line directly. Both approaches are fast and predictable, which matters when you’re working through multiple design iterations.
The same dynamic behaviour also applies to corridor contours, so the workflow stays consistent whether you’re working with existing terrain or corridor outputs.
If you’re producing contour‑heavy documentation in OpenRoads and want more speed and control in your annotation, this is a workflow worth understanding.
▶️ Watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rR9eX8W4fg