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      How to Generate an Orthophoto Without Reprocessing Your Entire ROCK Dataset

      If you've already processed a dataset in ROCK Desktop but skipped the orthophoto step, don’t worry — you can quickly generate an orthophoto without starting from scratch.

      🚀 Quick Workflow Overview

      Use this method if your dataset has:

      • Completed trajectory processing

      • Configured range gate, angle gate, and output settings

      • Skipped or failed orthophoto generation

      “This process saves time and avoids full reprocessing. Just reuse the existing trajectory and output only the orthophoto mosaic.”

      ✅ Step-by-Step Instructions

      1. Open ROCK Desktop

        • Launch the application on your computer.

      2. Click Process ROCK Data

        • Choose Select Folder

        • Pick the dataset that has already been processed

      3. Select Use Existing Trajectory

        • Click Next

        • Confirm the trajectory looks correct

      4. Set Output Preferences

        • Toggle OFF: Generate Point Cloud

        • Toggle ON: Generate Ortho Mosaic

        • Adjust resolution: Choose 1 cm, 5 cm, or 10 cm

        • Optionally rename your output file

      5. Click Start Processing

        • The orthophoto will be created using the original dataset and existing trajectory

      📌 Key Tips

      • This method avoids regenerating your point cloud

      • Ideal for projects where you originally skipped the ortho to save time

      • Use this with the R3 Pro V2 and compatible datasets