topic Re: Pen Weights in Modeling

Pen Weights

Anonymous — Tue, 23 May 2023 15:16:46 GMT

I have assigned different pen weights to each object however when I plot/print all the lines print as a single thickness. Is there some way to enable pen weights when printing? Or is this a printer setup issue?

I assigned pen weights in ArchiCad only. These weights do not print from archicad or plot maker however. I have tried printing to two different printers and a plotter. Specifically, I would like to print my floor plan from archicad to my HP 9650 printer. I set the printer to greyscale but can't find any settings related to line weight.

Re: Pen Weights

Stig Bengtsson — Wed, 26 Apr 2006 21:02:04 GMT

Some printers print "true weight" only if you have "true weight" set in your display options.

Stig

Re: Pen Weights

Bruce — Thu, 27 Apr 2006 00:37:01 GMT

Remember, there are three places you can set your pen weights:
1. In ArchiCAD
2. In the PlotMaker Book
3. In each PlotMaker Drawing.

Also check your printer settings carefully - they can have an obscure option like "print all lines as hairlines" or something.

Re: Pen Weights

Anonymous — Thu, 27 Apr 2006 05:31:53 GMT

You will get better answers if you give more info. What printer (or plotter)? Printing from AC or PM? System & software versions are also helpful.