topic Re: What does saving as mod mean? in Project data & BIM

What does saving as mod mean?

LeeJaeYoung — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 09:14:54 GMT

1. Does the mod file's path disappear?
2. I'm not sure if it's accurate, but it seems like GDL files cannot be saved with ctrl+S.
3. Isn’t it better to hotlink with PLA than save with mod?

Re: What does saving as mod mean?

Lingwisyer — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 01:35:56 GMT

A MOD file only includeds model elements and floorplan data and requires the host to have all of the relevant libraries and attributes loaded. It is faster to save and to update then using full PLN files or PLAs. One place to use MODs is if you are doing Hotlinks with the iceberg method.

I also use MODs for site plans where I save out only the exteriors of buildings, or relevant parts required for perspectives. This helps keep the file size down as well as reducing the out-of-date notifications from when you change any minor thing in your buildings.

Ling.

Re: What does saving as mod mean?

LeeJaeYoung — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 14:11:47 GMT

Could you please explain a little more about the "iceberg method"?

I understood you to mean that in general, you should work with PLN and use it only in fixed cases such as 3D, since you will be doing a lot of modifications such as GDL. ^^

Re: What does saving as mod mean?

Karl Ottenstein — Thu, 26 Oct 2023 16:46:38 GMT

Explained in the Graphisoft Hotlink Guide PDF ... which is free for SSA/Forward members by entering the code as shown:

https://na.learn.graphisoft.com/class/show/53190

Iceburg not mentioned... but that method is storing the module info on negative stories (like an iceburg has so much more under the water than above) ... A recent thread with opinions:

https://community.graphisoft.com/t5/Collaboration-with-other/Hotlink-methods-which-one-do-you-use/m-p/308623

Not iceburg, but see also:

https://community.graphisoft.com/t5/Project-data-BIM/Hotlinked-Modules/ta-p/303819

Re: What does saving as mod mean?

wkrt-hs — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 10:57:30 GMT

Karl, I have SSA activated for my learn.graphisoft.com account, but it still says the document under the link you provided is 25$.
How can I access it?

Re: What does saving as mod mean?

Barry Kelly — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:34:03 GMT

It is not so clear but there are two buttons.

Click the 'Enter access code' one and enter the access code 'FORWARD'.

If you are an SSA/Forward subscriber, you should then have access for free.

Barry.

Re: What does saving as mod mean?

wkrt-hs — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 12:38:18 GMT

Thanks, but I get "Incorrect access code, try again." after I enter 'FORWARD'.

But when I check my profile information (/user/information/), it says "SSA: Yes".

Re: What does saving as mod mean?

Akos Karoczkai — Mon, 06 Nov 2023 14:41:50 GMT

Hello Barry, @wkrt-hs ,

As a Forward/SSA client you can access the E-book free of charge by adding it into your shopping cart and applying the FORWARD coupon code there. Please note that the coupon code will only work if you have your Archicad license connected to your Graphisoft ID. You can find more instructions here: https://learn.graphisoft.com/page/show/5726

If you experience any issues, please reach out to us at learn@graphisoft.com and we'll help you sort it out.

All the best,

Akos Karoczkai
Manager, Professional Services, Customer Success, Graphisoft