topic Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26 in Installation & update

Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

Paa — Tue, 04 Oct 2022 11:44:43 GMT

I recently purchased a 3D CADmouse from 3Dconnexion and just could not get it configured to work with Archicad 26, specifically the scroll wheel to orbit my 3D images as well as could not assign a function to my middle button. Called their tech department and they told me that it may not be compatible with this version of AC. Currently running on MacOS Catalina 10.15

Anybody else have this problem?

Also, any recommendation on mice?

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

Lee Hankins — Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:43:57 GMT

I just use the standard Apple Magic Mouse with the Middle App add-on and it works just fine.

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

Gerry Leonor — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 23:35:59 GMT

i'm running a wireless one right now. make sure your drivers are up to date, considering AC26 launched not too long ago.

when you've got the AC26 window active, open the 3Dconnexion settings & "Archicad" should be visible in the top left corner

if not, perhaps the settings you've set were to the last program you were in prior to switching to the 3D mouse settings.

but in saying that, yes, perhaps they still needed time to update the drivers for AC26.

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

mthd — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 03:03:20 GMT

Absolutely agree, I use a Logitech gaming mouse with customisable buttons with Archicad.

You definitely have to check your drivers with these types of devices and keep them up to date.

Follow through on GL’s suggestions.

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

SenecaDesignLLC — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 03:53:28 GMT

I strongly recommend Wacom cintiq pro 16 and the razer Tartarus pro.

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

Paa — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 23:23:17 GMT

Iʻll give this a try when I get a chance and let you know how it goes...

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

Paa — Thu, 25 Aug 2022 19:37:51 GMT

So. My dialog box doesnʻt look exactly the same as I have the Cadmouse wireless. However, I think Im getting closer to what I need, I am just not sure how to configure the wheel button to orbit my 3d object....

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

mthd — Sat, 27 Aug 2022 07:04:17 GMT

Having a separate number keypad for the other hand is definitely more comfortable and productive.

Most keyboards have the number pad on the RHS, not good for a right handed person with the right hand on the mouse. There are a few keyboards out there with the number pad on the LHS.

I use a small keyboard in the middle and a number pad for my left hand and my right hand on a mouse with programable buttons for common functions.

I input all my numbers with my left hand so I can keep my right hand on the mouse all the time. Otherwise you can waste too much time taking your hand off the mouse to input numbers.

In my other post I keep asking for interactive dimensions to move walls and other elements around while editing plans. There has to be a more simple way to use Archicad ? Too many steps and keystrokes with the current Archicad GUI.

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

Gerry Leonor — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 01:51:41 GMT

a screenshot would help explain your issue.

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

Paa — Sun, 11 Sep 2022 07:49:00 GMT

Whatcha think?

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

Gerry Leonor — Sun, 11 Sep 2022 09:02:59 GMT

i've installed it on PC. i'm not on a Mac. so i don't really know the particular settings for the mouse in that OS.

i'm guessing you've been flicking between the various tabs? Device/Buttons/Radial menus/Macros/ and Tools? & nothing in there that you can tell the device to register these particular commands while Archicad is the active window? i'm guessing the device is compatible with the macOS seeing as you've got it installed?

if no one else here can help, perhaps the ol' Professor Google?

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

Jose Gradoli — Tue, 01 Nov 2022 19:55:17 GMT

MX Master, 2S, 3 or 3S for most compatibility with latest Logi Options app

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

mthd — Sat, 07 Jan 2023 10:02:54 GMT

Cool ! I am glad you got this problem sorted.

I am very interested in purchasing the 3Dconnexion cadmouse pro wireless to use on AC24 7006 AUS with macOS 12 Monterey. I am not sure if it will work properly on it, since it is only supported for Bluetooth only at present ?

Any tips will be helpful thanks.

Re: Compatible mouse with Archicad 26

mthd — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 06:34:42 GMT

I bought a new unused cadmouse wireless from eBay everything works just fine with windows 10. It’s very comfortable and smooth, easy to use.

I have a Mac with OS 12 Monterey and I can only get the mouse pointer moving with the cable and or via the USB dongle. No mouse clicks are registering on the Mac and I have tried connecting it with Bluetooth but the mouse is not being detected. The blue Bluetooth light flashes on the mouse but the mouse is not being detected ?

Has anyone been able to get one fully working with Mac 12 or higher ?

Edit: I found a solution to be able to get my cadmouse wireless working on my Mac Monterey since it was an older model from 2017 but new and unused.

Please see this link below from the 3DConnexion website. My firmware needed to be updated to Version 1.11 or higher and this link will show you how to get around it in Mac with the security settings etc. all works fine now apart from being limited to 4 radial commands instead of 8.

https://3dconnexion.com/uk/support/faq/cadmouse-cadmouse-wireless-doesnt-click-macos/