topic Re: Dimensions shown on all levels in Documentation

Dimensions shown on all levels

scsp — Mon, 22 May 2023 21:50:50 GMT

Hello,

I was wondering if there was a way to dimension a floor plan and have that dimension string show up on all levels. For example, I would like the dimensions for all exterior building walls to show up on all levels as well as the dimensions of the elevator shaft. (I don't plan on doing a structural grid on this plan).

Thanks!
scsp

Re: Dimensions shown on all levels

sinceV6 — Thu, 02 Sep 2021 16:06:24 GMT

Hi.

One way is to use an object and set it to display on all levels.

You can use one of the first two objects from this bimcomponents.com search.

Re: Dimensions shown on all levels

EXPODTL — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 07:14:16 GMT

I tried this and it seems to not work. It only shows on one level. It is gray and hard to read. It only dimensions in Metric. Is there a way to adjust this? I need dual Metric and Feet Inches.

Re: Dimensions shown on all levels

DGSketcher — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 08:25:24 GMT

You could isolate the dimensions on a separate layer, create a view with just that layer displayed and then overlay the view on your layout sheet.

Re: Dimensions shown on all levels

J_Tucks — Wed, 07 Sep 2022 06:00:35 GMT

This trick should work for you:

Dimension one floor level with all of the dimensions you need. Then go to 'Edit Elements by Stories' which is found under the 'Design' menu. Untick all except for your Dimensions. Choose the levels you wish to have them duplicated on. The dimensions will be replicated on every level and remain associated to the walls on that level. See attached.