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ArchiCAD 17 Dimensioning

How do I use the dimension tool I've tried quite a few times and I cannot figure it out This is where I get to; See video at https://screencast.autodesk.com/Embed/9c2c802c-2e41-4564-aac0-e56c1719eb71

Anonymous by Not applicable
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Door and window markers?

I have the plan view door and window markers and their auto schedules working great. Now, is there a way to have the markers and ID's show on my building sections and exterior elevations? I'm using the Window Marker_NCS 17 and the D Marker 17. Doors ...

Anonymous by Not applicable
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section parallel to slanted wall

Hello. I have to make a model by wood of a building with many slanted walls. The wall pieces will be cut by cnc. So I have to convert the wall outlines to polylines, to be ready for the machine. However, when I draw a section (parallel on plan to a s...

Anonymous by Not applicable
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HOW TO GET LAYOUT TO ZOOM OUT TO EXTENTS WHEN VIEWING?

So...whenever I double click (enter) into any particular layout....I want to automatically "SEE" the entire sheet layout as my FIRST view when I open a layout. I know with "VIEWMAPS" you can designate and save the "CURRENT VIEW" parameters so you can...

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rob2218 by Booster
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archiCAD 13: Automatic Dimensioning Issues

I'm working through the BIM Experience Kit-ITG and can't seem to activate automatic dimensioning whilst doing the 8.2 exercise. I've consulted the reference guide, I can perform manual dimensioning but still can't get automatic dimensioning working!!...

Anonymous by Not applicable
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Marked Distant Area Default Pen

Hi, just wondering what determines (or how do I change) the default pen for marked distant areas. Ie if I simply turn on the marked distant area within a elevation or section, with no overides to uncut contours, no shadows on, no vectorial hatching, ...

Anonymous by Not applicable
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transparency in elevation

Is there a way to make something have transparency so that you see an element behind when working in a elevation? I want to show a perforated metal in front of the building wall. I have created a surface that shows everything correctly in the 3D wind...

Anonymous by Not applicable
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When would "Exclude blocking wall" EVER be useful?

so...I have these interior elevations....every once in a while I notice that if I don't have this ONE darn box unchecked....the interior elevation decides to "EXCLUDE BLOCKING WALLS".....I guess what I'm trying as is..."WHY/WHEN would you EVER want t...

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rob2218 by Booster
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Door Dimensions - bug?

It seems that something is wrong with the dimensions of the door. Look at the attached picture. What am I wrong with?

alemanda by Enthusiast
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Layout frame size unstable between fitted and manual

Hi. The attached image shows the layout frame spilling over he border when in fitted mode. Setting it to manual will remove the overspill but the actual 3D image is the higher one with the fitted frame passing through the base of it. Using v18. Thank...

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