Ark: 10 Basic Building Tips & Tricks

This video will show you 10 Basic Tips & Tricks to help you improve your building in Ark!.
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Tips & Tricks
0:00 Introduction
0:43 Cycling Snap Points
1:03 Flipping Walls
1:30 Switching Foundations To Blocks
2:07 Lowering Foundations
2:47 Adding Pillars To Corners
3:11 How To Extend Ceilings
3:57 Reversing Walls
4:38 Placing Items Perfectly Straight
5:29 Adding Railings To Walls
6:43 Double Walls
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🎮🕹 Controls
Flip Wall
XBOX (Y Button)
PS4 (Triangle Button)
PC (E Key)
Snap Point Cycle
XBOX (RB)
PS4 (R1)
PC (Q or Z Key)
Painting
PC - Hold alt-fire (default: Right Mousebutton) and use the number keys (1-6) to select which colour regions you wish to paint
Xbox - LT+ Up, Down, Left or Right on DPad (for region 1-4) and Xbox: LT+LB+ X or Y (for region 5 and 6)
PS4 - L2 + Up, Down, Left or Right on DPad (for region 1-4) and L2 + L1+ Square or X (for region 5 and 6)
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[@AaronLongstaff]

This video will show you 10 Basic Tips & Tricks to help you improve your building in Ark!.

[@judgevenom8686]

I joined discord but can’t find the Xbox server

[@AaronLongstaff]

@@judgevenom8686 The server channel will pop up once you hit level 3 in the Discord just chat a bit and it will take no time at all!

[@LadyWolfieYT]

Yay more tips and tricks for building woop finally can sort some of my builds out

[@banblurr3847]

Is there only an xbox server ir also a pa4

[@LadyWolfieYT]

@@banblurr3847 4 ps4 servers and 5 xbox servers

[@laggy231]

the fact that you have the controls for EVERY system means a lot.

[@ARandomDinosaur]

*Cries in mobile*

[@Spreadthaword]

@@ARandomDinosaur THERES ARK MOBILE?!?

[@DigitAll_47]

@@Spreadthaword yup and its free!

[@Reymax164]

I just think, “It's always touch anyway, and buttons appear to achieve some of those tricks” Yeah, the good thing in mobile is it's free but sadly it has low graphics, it only have one map and it's features are outdated compared to other versions 🥲

[@dovahsblight7677]

@@Reymax164 i am sick of y'all hating on ark mobile for no dammed reason. It holds up just as well to the other versions of ark. Hell ark mobile has kibble types for each dinosaur where as every other version doesn't!

[@CiannaDuringer]

Just started playing Ark a week ago and this is SO helpful!!! Thank you for showing playstation controls too - you're the only one who does and it helps so much!

[@AaronLongstaff]

You are more than welcome

[@anthonydurazzo4785]

Playstation also

[@stonemonk549]

I wish I had friends on PlayStation

[@CozmicTTV]

@@stonemonk549 same

[@greystreet3294]

@@CozmicTTV same add me

[@PartialDemon]

5:06 if you use the "K" cam on PC it locks your movement to left, right, forward, backwards and uses the mouse for camera angle and rotation letting you place items squared to the ladder and you can manipulate the camera to make sure the items are perfectly flush with walls.

[@AaronLongstaff]

great tip!

[@Schattenwolf_Sicarius]

Many times i had the Problem that i use the "k" method and cant set the Items, there only comes an error sound and i can set the item by changing slightly the perfect direction. Any ideas what is going wrong?

[@peterneerdaels604]

​@@Schattenwolf_Sicarius ​ Not 100% sure but orbital cam seems to place items much further away from your char then normal view. If the item you are trying to place is too far away from your character you can bring it closer by switching back to normal cam then using the down arrow on your keyboard. You might be looking at your feet at this point and the green 'placement blueprint' might switch to red and say that it's obstructed, but as soon as you switch back to "K" cam it will move further away and should work. This will allow you to place objects using orbital cam in tight spaces. When you are done you can celebrate by placing a vanilla spiral staircase then run down to get your character stuck in the corner.

[@Schattenwolf_Sicarius]

@@peterneerdaels604 Thank u very much, testet it today and it workd perfectly.

[@FinalTRiumphify]

An addition to tip 8; I open the orbit camera before I get off the ladder. This way items stay aligned as I look around and place them much better.

[@AaronLongstaff]

Great tip!!!

[@joesniffer9815]

I was going to say the same thing. Using orbit camera mode is mandatory.

[@bigwilly32]

(K to open orbit camera)

[@MsBirdynam]

Yesss, dunno how much trouble I’ve had with lowering and the pillars 😂🙈 Thank you a thousand times for this very helpful video ☺️🌺

[@AaronLongstaff]

Haha you are more than welcome!!!!

[@Sandi0]

Instead of adding a foundation every time, you can just keep snapping pillars down in a row to lower faster and farther. Then place the foundation at that height.

[@justinswannie20]

When attempting to hide pillars in ceilings, I’ve always found it best to remove the first pillar immediately after snapping the second one, that way you know you snapped it correctly before placing more pillars. Sometimes that second snap point doesn’t register even though you can see it!

[@AaronLongstaff]

great suggestion!

[@dedubsplays...8284]

This should definitely be series. I'm always more interested in the techniques and principles that I can apply to my own ideas than the builds themselves (although your builds look awesome).

[@armokil]

Even as someone who has been building for a long time these are awesome. I thyought i knew all of the tricks, but you have the whole building thing nailed

[@Psych_Queen1]

I love how straight to the point the tips are!

[@Lotuswalker]

7:40 Why are you asking this question ? Isnt't it super obvious what 101% of the people answer ? Every video of yours is helping so many people to make beautiful and convenient builds. So please continue with this series !! UwU

[@AaronLongstaff]

Haha thank you so much I was really unsure about talking and doing this video so thought I would get peoples feedback first

[@LitlRRanman34]

@@AaronLongstaff We Love Everything you Do Aaron. Keep up the Good work! Just don't forget the Pillars Man!, Pillars!! Lol (jstk)

[@ryadinstormblessed8308]

Yes, could not agree more!

[@AaronLongstaff]

@@LitlRRanman34 Haha thank you and pillars will never be forgotten!

[@Cortaxify]

Been playing this game since early access on pc but always nice to pick up some new tricks and tips for building as there always seems to be some new things to learn in various videos like this one. Didn't know about either the fence outside walls nor the double wall so looking forward to use it on future builds.

[@duskstardragon]

Please do continue. I love your builds and often use them in creating my bases on the Official servers. But knowing these kinds of tips and tricks will help me be more creative with my own designs.

[@taylormatthews3796]

As a still newbie builder, I have no idea how many times I've messed up pillars with the ceiling not showing. (I built one of your houses on a stilt platform over a hill) And it's such an easy trick, UGH. Thanks so much for this video, I hope there's more to come! ❤

[@SypherSam]

You would think most of this would be super obvious but i've had alot of people ask me how to flip structures, cycle snap points, place pillars on corners ect. This video is very helpful for those players, i will definately be recommending this. A nicely done video!

[@SmoothAlf]

Thx man! Just started playing with some players new to ARK. I want them to have fun playing, but also to play efficiently. This will be great help for them.

[@AaronLongstaff]

You are welcome!

[@loveletterhive]

Thank you so much! I was confused about why you were doing the things you were while following a couple of builds. This explained it out and now the steps make more sense. Love your videos and builds!!!

[@AaronLongstaff]

Thank you so much!

[@DIVICGamingDiscussion]

This vid is perfect for people just getting ark! Excellent job.

[@mattwyatt7337]

Watched your videos and builds for a while now and basically just followed along but it's great to see the theory and reasoning behind some placements. Looking forward to the next instalment of the series 👍

[@demonicnug8782]

This was honestly such a helpful video, when it comes to Ark I have such a hard time building and all the tips you demonstrated in this video are very useful. Thank you so much and keep it up!

[@CLICKZ_1]

Thanks for starting this series Mu Guy, Very Helpful an eye opening

[@echtoplasmaechto6003]

So helpful! Been having issues with the fences for ages! Great vid

[@camronfoust6417]

Keep this going! It helps immensely to better understand how you are building in your videos, even though your videos explain it pretty well already. But the explanation with your voice while showing what is happening at the same time helps understand exactly what is going on with the weird ark snapping.

[@subhuman9544]

Straight forward and articulate. Nice vid, man. Thnx

[@GreenGrasshoppa]

Thanks for this Aaron! Sharing this to a couple of friends as well.

[@AaronLongstaff]

Thank you! And also thanks for sharing!!!

[@Tovek]

Excellent tips with no fillers! Thanks.

[@sicklilttlebunny]

Love this. I wondered where i was going wrong, i was missing the right snap points

[@cmnightpurse]

Awesome video, man! Please continue!

[@shinjimeow]

Absolutely illuminating. Thanks for your guidance!!

[@benjaminbuck2547]

Fantastic stuff! thank you!

[@JasonSmith-xr1fn]

Been an avid fan for a long time please continue with this series as you're videos are extremely helpful

[@DisgruntledAsh]

You are a life saver. I was about to give up on having decent looking bases. Thank you so much!

[@borderpatrol4143]

Well done. Thanks for the help!

[@crispyco6277]

that ladder trick is actually so great, thank u! and unknowingly, i had been doing the ceiling pillar trick, just never removed the top pillar :D

[@pundi2524]

Your videos is always clear and easy to understand and boi that some architect design building right there i love them all

[@Aaron988]

I wish I'd had this video two years ago, these are fantastic tips. Really helps, thanks a lot!!

[@BlackRobedMajere]

I love your builds and tips, can't wait for more. Keep up awesome job!

[@dorisfeliciano3265]

Thank you Aaron I learn so much from you with your builds.

[@voidboi1379]

Perfect! Thank you!!!

[@jamesconkey1480]

This was incredibly helpful Thank you!

[@andromedatano6628]

I actually built that ocean platform build on a friend's xbox server, and it was the first time I'd ever put railings in front of walls. It was also the first time I'd built outside of creative mode and now I have way more respect for people who do that all the time lol Thanks for all the tips and tricks; you've taught me pretty much everything I know about building in Ark.

[@LK-rk7jj]

This has been so helpful. Right of the bat my reaction is “There’s keys to cycle snap points?!”. I have spent so many hours swearing at Triangle roof pieces that seem to snap to every orientation except the one I want. I would definitely love to see more videos like this. If you have any tips for replacing sections without breaking stuff, that would be awesome. I was building a greenhouse inspired by your design and decided I wanted to change some bits. I replaced the walls, no problem, the door, no problem. Removed a ramp that went from the outside up to the roof - entire glass roof/ceiling collapses. Also would love idea on how to create the look of stairs with triangle roof pieces.

[@Zagarth12]

Great video! Would love the advanced tricks series!

[@davido312]

I've been waiting a long time for this

[@rel_9602]

Amazing and very helpful tips!

[@GamingPinched]

Aye ive recently went back to playing ark and i knew of your videos like the greenhouse one but its good to see you havent stopped since you are literally one of the best ark builders on KZbin. Keep it up man, definitely have to subscribe now that youre using a mic.

[@lifewiththedynopack1323]

I liked and subscribed just for this series, I recently became hella addicted to building in ark. It looks so beautiful, your builds are amazing!

[@jeffkingston67]

Thanks Aaron, hope you do some more videos like this :)

[@robynneely417]

More like this!!! Love your videos!!!!

[@panda93247]

These tips are incredibly helpful, especially in a game where snap building is so frustratingly difficult. Thank you for this and all of your other guides.

[@AaronLongstaff]

Thank you so glad you enjoyed!

[@ryadinstormblessed8308]

Excellent video and thank you so much for doing it! This helps tremendously, and yes, please continue this series as you suggested you were thinking of.

[@AaronLongstaff]

Thank you so much!!

[@Ravensson]

Thank you for creating high quality videos. You have really helped inspire me to go further with building.

[@Amazar01]

Excellent. Thanks for the information.

[@borderpatrol4143]

Best guide ever. Thanks for the upload, definitely subscribed 👍

[@LitlRRanman34]

Thank You Aaron!! Very Helpful 😉 Look forward to more Hints, tips and tricks so We can Enhance Our Builds. 👍👍👍 Thx.

[@malean2997]

Really great video, helped me a lot

[@goddessmoonie1975]

thank you so much for these videos Aaron, I've been busy with other games lately but just started playing Ark again with some friends who are new to Ark, gonna rebuild the treehouse might be adventurous and do your bigger one this time haha, I'll post in discord when I finish it, but really thank you for these tips and Tricks loving them!!!

[@stankyvisions8197]

Thanks for a straight to the point video. 👏

[@Higaminare]

Very helpful video, thank you.

[@xxyoboigxx]

this video was very fascinating and helpful. i definitely learned a lot of new things just with this short video a lone. i'm definitely going to watch the next video that's like this, that you make

[@sirsilco]

Legend, cheers fella. The pillars on corners and doubles walls will defo stick with me. Time to move off the beach ....

[@ChzTea]

This video is incredibly informational! I didn't even know we can do many of these things. Thank you so much! I love it!

[@predatorelite3943]

I hit like before I watch, nice title excited to watch 😆

[@ArtsieFrog]

Thank you, I had forgotten how to switch snap points and this helped me allot.

[@nevstargaming]

Keep them coming great tips and great vids

[@veryhotgames5529]

These tips are incredibly useful. I will use them tomorrow on my base on Ragnarok. Thumbs up.

[@ChudtheTrophyHunter]

You're time stamps was the final piece that made me subscribe you're brilliant thank you for the video.

[@gato.the.destroyer5457]

Helpful video with very good explanations and tooltips

[@GamerKittyEuphoric]

plllllease continue with these... these are so helpful... and help me with ideas on things to build :o

[@drummerbob]

thanks so much!!! Big help!!!

[@jec2nd]

Super helpful for a new Ark player. This is exactly what I needed.

[@petehale3035]

Thank you sir. Another great video, but I almost thought I'd clicked on the wrong video when I heard a voice narrating. But it was you after all. 😂

[@AaronLongstaff]

Haha thank you I thought i would try something different

[@jacobdickinson7403]

I’ve been playing ark for awhile but I didn’t know some of these things thank you!

[@kurtengel4652]

Thanks to you I stopped living in a literal box while my dinos live in a walled off clearing can you also do furnishing and interior design videos? I desperately need this as I've finally finished building your Rex Pen design, but having trouble recreating your furnishings from just a few seconds worth of showcasing

[@AaronLongstaff]

Haha you are welcome so glad you're not living in a thatch box anymore! As for the decoration and interiors, I don't do a lot I tend to use other KZbinrs to decorate my builds for time!

[@THATGUY4474]

Great vid x

[@rawheadrex9193]

Awesome buddy, subbed.

[@SefiroUltima]

AWESOME! Glad you talking. It's definitely a good addition to whaymt you are already doing.

[@FirePumpkin]

I liked it Aaron! :D

[@SlaughteredInside]

Good shit man. Thank you so much for this.

[@omegamaddox]

I just got into ark last week and this has helped me so much Thank you!!

[@AaronLongstaff]

Glad it helped

[@krissykri]

Really nice tips! Thank you for sharing.

[@AaronLongstaff]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Zamun]

Thanks for the content.

[@demetriuscarrillo1073]

I actually liked this video. I learned a lot

[@kryss64130]

You have so many awesome builds!!!

[@Sandi0]

Great video. I like the time stamp addition in comments.

[@auroragonwild6758]

Thank u for tips and tricks videos they help so much

[@Skource1]

Wow I did not know any of this and it seems so basic😂 thanks for video I was having so much trouble fighting with the leveling or certain snap points

[@howlinjak_5695]

Haha awesome great tips and advise looking forward to the next one ty great video.

[@hisakotakeshi6026]

This is the first video of yours that I’ve watched. Usually I watch a few videos to get a feel if I like a KZbinr but I love the format of your video. You got a new subscriber

[@yes2835]

PLEASE keep up the amazing work bro.

[@CHipZz]

Great video Aaron, the voice over life suites you well might I say.

[@willmanning9228]

Nice video Aaron

[@DippyBOT]

Just started playing ark 6 years ago this helped a lot

[@commanderkelly1772]

What a good video them tips and tricks will help a lot thank you.

[@SonGoku-hv5mz]

Well done :)

[@roh4640]

Very well done.

[@dynamiteskye9007]

DEFINITELY a must watch... especially when you are going from your basic survival hut to something more permanent

[@RiosDesire]

You're the best. I'd be so lost building in ark without your videos!

[@codking1983]

Great change from your usual videos mate. Looking forward to more of these as I love building on ark and you seem to leave the clip restrictions on so these tips will be great for my builds as I play on official servers

[@AaronLongstaff]

You are welcome and yeah I always build with official settings enabled no point using no clip anyone can do that.....

[@codking1983]

@@AaronLongstaff great stuff, will look forward to the more advanced stuff :)

[@Revenant483]

Thanks for the tips Aaron!!! I have an idea for a build series, make bases that can be upgraded throughout the play through. I love all your builds and they all look amazing. That being said I can't even come close to your architectural masterpieces, and not all of them are 100% practical for everyday use.