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GDL coding questions, Python and add-on development using the API Dev Kit.

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Using the Development Kit with Visual Studio 2022

Hi everyone, In the last couple of weeks we got several questions regarding Visual Studio 2022 and the API DevKit. If you try to use VS 2022 to build your AddOns, you have to keep in mind a few things. First, Archicad 25 and Archicad 26 is built with...

Linetype name

Does anyone know how to extract the Linetype name of a 2D line with REQUEST or otherwise for a Label? I seem to be able to drill down into most elements to get Linetype information, but there doesn't seem to be a direct connection to 2D linetypes. Th...

Resolved! Cant changer surface

Hi I have som objects that have been made of morphs, and some has been importer as RFA objects, and converted to morph. When im saving them after morph, im saving them as MEP PARTS. The problem is, i cant change the surface where i want it to. If you...

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2D and 3D object creation: best practices class?

Hi everyone, I was wondering if any of you could point me to an online class about best practices for creating 2D and 3D objects from existing 2d and 3d éléments on the project. Not about learning to script all the way, just basic script.I have issue...

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Resolved! Custom-made MVO

HI!I follow :https://gdl.graphisoft.com/tips-and-tricks/custom-made-model-view-options-object And wrote this code :! ------------------------------------------------------------! set basic variables! --------------------------------------------------...

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RETURNED_PARAMETERS deep copy

Here is the setup. I am trying to make a simple (2D text only) gsm which lists the consultants active on a specific project. I have created a subtype which has the relevant fields and have made several macros representing the different consultants. I...

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Resolved! How do I use the Profile parameter in a GDL script.

I'm new to GDL, I can create basic shapes and write basic code, like IF statements, but I can't figure out how to create a shape using the Profile parameter to inform the geometry. Any help would be most appreciated.

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Python potential

HelloI am not much into coding but i saw some of the Python scripts other have already developed and i wonder what is the limit of this addon? I am especially looking at the possibility to interact with the architectural elements. Is it possible to c...

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Getting started with Archicad Add-Ons

As another step forward to support Archicad Add-On developers we've just released a tutorial to help you start with the Development Kit.Also, our Developer Blog and API Reference is available now without registration.You can find the tutorial here:ht...

2D drawings in elevation

Hello,I have tried to make a 2d draw by this way :- Draw a complex illustration- Save it as a dwg file- Open an object and call this dwg (with the right dwg translator)- Add ADD and ROT commands into 3D script to put this drawing at the right place- ...