My new ArchiCAD video tutorial series shows how to generate detailed specification reports from your ArchiCAD 19 model using standard interactive schedule tools.
In addition, this approach allows you to easily place drawing notes linked to the exact same BIM data, fully integrated into each element. All notes and specifications update automatically as you work on the model.
TUTORIAL 1
In the first video of this series (released earlier this month) I demonstrated the basic concept: adding special IFC fields for automatic labeling of elements as well as inclusion in Interactive Schedule reports.
Generate Specifications and Optimize Annotation using IFC Data Fields
(Part 1 of 4)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOvxqJL-Qvs
TUTORIAL 2
In the second video (posted today) I show how to organize your report into trade categories (e.g. Masonry, Carpentry, Roofing, etc.) or a multi-level hierarchy such as the U.S. standard CSI Divisions and Subdivisions.
Specifications Report Tips and Tricks Using IFC Data Fields
(Part 2 of 4)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rnmVMVN2ak4
I also share methods that help you to speed up the process, quickly adding category information based on layer or element type.
My favorite tip is to define a special schedule that gives you immediate access to the schedule fields directly in the Info Box.
Without this trick, you need about 10 clicks and go through multiple dialog boxes each time.
If you’d like to easily and quickly create a specifications report inside ArchiCAD, watch these two video tutorials. (Parts 3 and 4 will come out in November.)
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– Eric
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