Path Mapper

The Path Mapper is one of the most powerful components for modifying data trees in Grasshopper. However, it has a notable limitation when dealing with changes in branch paths. For instance, if the level count in branch paths changes (e.g., by simplifying the data tree and removing extra zeros), the specified rule in the Path Mapper may no longer work.
Fortunately, this limitation is not a dead end for the component. The developers have provided a solution: you can add multiple lines of mapping rules to the Path Mapper. To do this, double-click the component to open its editor and specify additional rules. This approach makes your definitions more robust and capable of handling various input data tree structures.

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The Path Mapper is one of the most powerful components for modifying data trees in Grasshopper. However, it has a notable limitation when dealing with changes in branch paths.

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