topic Re: Dimension to rough openings in Modeling

Dimension to rough openings

Tom Krowka — Thu, 25 May 2023 16:17:07 GMT

Is there a way to dimension to the rough door and window openings masonry buildings. I'm dimensioning manually, but would like the opening to dimension based on the extra horizontal rough opening horizontally. Or is there a different way to do this.

Re: Dimension to rough openings

Tom Krowka — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 20:09:05 GMT

Tried the automatic dims, works OK except it dimensions to the width of the window plus brick mold, not the rough opening.

Re: Dimension to rough openings

SeaGeoff — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 20:31:22 GMT

This is usually dependant on the door & window parts. Some, like newer Graphisoft objects, have the capability to display the shim space so allow for both unit dimensions and rough openings. Cadimage Door Window Builder does not currently offer this AFAIK.

Re: Dimension to rough openings

Anonymous — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 21:37:36 GMT

If you are using AC 10 library parts, be sure that the "show all hotspots" is checked, then you can dimension to the rough opening that you specify for the part.

Re: Dimension to rough openings

Tom Krowka — Mon, 25 Sep 2006 22:02:14 GMT

Where is "show all hotspots" Can't seem to locate it. Is it in the window/door dialogue box, or the work envirinment somewhere.
Thanks in advance, sounds like the solution.....

Re: Dimension to rough openings

Anonymous — Tue, 26 Sep 2006 00:45:43 GMT

Look in the custom settings (under the standard parameter list). There is a pop-up for the different panes. Go to the one called 2D or plan view (or something like that). The hotspot bit is a check box there.