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Drawing Scale Object

Hello all. We are working on A1 worksheets which most often we are printing them on A3 (50%). I am trying to create an object that shows the scale in both paper sizes as and it would look like: A1 / 1:100 A3 / 1:200 It is simple to compose the first ...

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archicad library

please can anyone help me to add Australian library in my archicad 18

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Marker for D1 2Sidelight 17

Please see screenshot of the door selected. I am having trouble getting the marker to work for this door object D1 2 Sidelight 17. Does anyone have the same issue? How do I get it to work? Desperate...

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opening of sliding doors

Hello. I have the following door, which had 2 fixed glass panes and 2 middle sliding panes. I would like to show both the middle panes sliding symmetrically, towards the walls, but I can't seem to find the option. For now, it all looks like this (see...

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Simple array

Hi! I would like to create an object that consists of few blocks placed in a row (with a number of loop steps defined by a user). Then I would like to make it editable, so that user could pick whichever block to be replaced by a different shape (for ...

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Connection between window and stone wall

Hi, I have a problem. I have a stone wall and on doors and windows the stone lay must cover the side. When I do that I have this problem. Anyone can help me. Thank you.

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CHANGE LIBRARY OBJECT NAME

I open the selected 2D object I just created but I need to change the name...I tried changing it in the script but the embed library is still showing the old name. Btw, where is the folder - EMBED LIBRARY ...I tried looking in Graphisoft folder, etc ...

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GDL objects under development

Hi everyone, I have been developing two other objects which might help. A predimensioned beam: its height increase if you stretch it, following structural predimensioning rules. "Easy stair": it's my contribution in order to get this tool easier. We ...

2D object line types

I have saved an object from a 2D using the save selection but I am puzzled why the dashed lines are in solid line. Here's the screenshot...the right is the 'object'.

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Retrieving parameter value with parameter name as string

I am trying to use a string as a parameter reference: I have a parameter called param_1 which is a boolean variable I then generate the parameter name in a loop ie. i = 0 FOR i=1 TO 6 STEP 1 mystring = 'param_' + str(i,1,0) NEXT i I then want to use ...

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Object Bathtub 17 attributes

maybe there is a bug for bathtub 17....i have no problem using my pen color for other objects by unchecking the object attribute-boxes but I can't seem to get it work for bathtub 17...I want to show it as blue pen color to be same as the other fixtur...

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Basic Electrical Item 19 Library folder missing

Hi there. Does anyone have my problem? The "Basic Electrical Item 19" Library folder is missing. That means no: Electrical Switch, Outlet, etc. How did that happen? My Libraries are up to date. 6/1/2016 Please advise.

Terms Hardwarekey evade token problem

Hello, I have problem with these terms. I want, when user have harware key (licence key) wrote in my database, so he can use it. But I want to put it eventuality use token key from .txt files in C:/ and evade 1.term (Licence key) Can you help me, whe...

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UI Page Nav

Hello, I'm getting fairly desperate trying to create page navigation for a UI! I'm using Acad 15. I have tried a number of different methods I have found around the net, but I cannot get any of them working and it is driving me up the wall! The code ...

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vent window-opening

Am using a vent window from the AC library. Am having some probs with it. Am wondering if it's a real window and has all the properties of a real window. Can't get it to display properly. See the pic below for cut plane settings. Have it set in a wal...

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Graphic Toggling with Hotpsots

I am trying to create a graphic toggle switch with Hotspots. Basically, I would like to drag a hotspot away from it's original position, release it, make changes to the object based on the dimensions of where it was released, and then return the hots...

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Libraries with Duplicate Objects

I've added a BimServer Library (our office library) to a project, and it's telling me that there are duplicate objects... actually, it's telling me that the Office Library has duplicate objects with itself. There are no other libraries loaded with th...

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Numbering Object

Hi! I'm looking for an automatic numbering object that gives a consecutive numbering string - there was one in the Australian Essentials Library but it's not in any of the other libraries in the USA! Any advice as to where I can find it? Thanks!

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How do you make these windows ?

I need to make some windows like this that Gang, show correctly in Plan view and be windows I can give an ID and schedule. We have a 1/2 Arc Top Opening but not a 1/2 Arc Top window. ? Can you make windows like the 1/2 Arc Top with Cadimage Tool ?

Array fails to update

Yo all! Long time no post. back again fiddling around with GDL and banging my head again. I have made a nice simple tube object based on an array, each row of witch contains defining information: tube/or elbow/ extrusion, sweep, etc etc. All hotspott...

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Skylight

Newbie here...coming over from 20 years with Vectorcrap. skylight is on second story but is showing up on my first floor plan...for life of me cant find setting to turn it off floor plan! also trying to get skylight to show up on window schedule...an...

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Protect your objects.

Hello everyone. I am trying to create an object that should be used for Projects from our Bim server. If a user is trying to use it on Projects who are not loaded on our Bim Server, then should not work, if make sense. What you suggest for this? 1. I...

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Zone Occupancy Field

Hi, I am using the Zone Tool and would like to show occupancy. In the Occupancy field of the Zone Tool, the relevant option is: "No of Persons per sqm" The data field will not let me enter decimal points or fractions. So how can I work out the occupa...

How to get decent Trees/People in Elevation/Section?

Hey people! All trees have a special symbol for 2D Plan view, however when viewed from a section/elevation they look like a rendition of the 3D view. Is there a way (besides turning off their layer and adding 2D trees in their place) to get a symbol ...

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bifold window

is there a way to show this bifold window as a zig zag kind of line instead of how its displaying in plan?

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Barbecue Oven

Hello everyone! In the following link is possible to watch the video tutorial and download the object as well. This is the first ArchiCAD GDL object wich I have created: an oven for barbecues, very popular in Brazil. I hope you like it. https://www.y...

Window Marker and Door Marker

How is it possible to save a windows marker? the ability to load a window marker is quite evident though i have had no luck following the little info there is on how to do this, i know the work arounds such as select all windows and doors and adjusti...

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Building Materials in objects

Unless I completely misunderstood, there is no way to assign a building material to a volume (BOX, PRISM etc...) in GDL. The whole concept of Materials was changed into Surface, to distinguish with the Building Materials, but in GDL, we don't have th...

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Story Marker

Hello everyone. Is there a way to have Hotspots on a story marker? I 've wrote a script for one, but I can't see it. Any suggestion will be very helpful Thank you

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Displaying High Windows

Hello, I am trying to have my 6 windows (as seen on the elevations) that are on a different story appear on my noted floor plan. When the windows are on the main floor story but above the cutting plane height I can changed them to " projected with ov...

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problems with Materials

After I have added Bim objects to the library and my sections turn out weird: I get the material where it shouldn't be. I have tried to modify the slab materials again but it doesn't change. The only solution s to eliminate the BIM object from the li...

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Object is stuck

Hello Archicad community, i just wanted to share with you one of my last obsticles i met during my work with Archicad18. I will explain it with an example , when i created my building i started furniting my kitchen , afterwards i had to make some cha...

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UI radiobutton edit

Hello, how I can edit in UI radiobutton, I want create choice with radiobutton, for exemple: UI_RADIOBUTTON "exemple", 0, `Cyrcle`, 250, 20, 170, 20 UI_RADIOBUTTON "exemple", 1, `Cube`, 250, 40, 170, 20 UI_RADIOBUTTON "exemple", 2, `Pyramid`, 250, 60...

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PICTURE2 A,B,1 - not transparent :(

Hello! I was create image with any paint and absolutly white fields. In element "picture" with option "transparent" white fields are transparent (as I need). But in GDL on object, this image not transparent. This code: ... picture2 A,B,1 ... 1 - is m...

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LOCATION OF WINDOW INSET

Windows have a nice feature which enables one to add an inset under a window. However, it only appears that it can be added to one side, the inside space. Any way to make the inset happen on the outside (besides inserting the window backwards in the ...

Location Door Panel

Hi guys, Does anyone know where I can find the folder-location on my computer of a custom door-panel that's being used in the model? Thanks in advance, Stijn

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Lost all L beam object's properites ...

hi all I somehow lost all beam properties of a specific steel beam. see pic enclosed. How can that happen and why only this type .. all other beams still have the properties. And .. how can i get the properties back? Strange thing is that the object ...

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Create a custom garage door

Hi all, I'm trying to look into creating a custom garage door. I read that someone made one out of slab? I would have thought the wall tool. I've had a look around but I'm just wondering the best way to do this? Do you follow the same steps for a sta...

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Creating timber slat wall and adding a matching door

Hi all, I'm trying to create a timber slat wall with matching door for an outdoor shower. I created the slats out of the wall tool but a door won't show properly. Was that the right way to create the wall and how do I create a timber slat door that w...

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Need help with lighting

I'm am trying to insert lighting into my renderings and plans. I am using the lamp tool and using the pendent lighting. I have switched the distance from ground floor to 10' and turned on the lamps in both internal engine and cinerender. I still don'...

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Window Graphics

Hi, Can someone tell me how to show windows in floor plan so that the casing is showing? The photo attached is without the casing. Cheers Scott

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How to download a full library?

Hi I realise this is a total newbie question but how do I download a full library of wall finishes, surfaces etc? When I go to sites such as Bimcomponents I can only seem to download one item at a time, there doesn't appear to be an option for full l...

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Line type definition

Seeing as one cannot assign a line type to a 3D line, is there a way to interrogate a line type definition to find out the dash and gap sizes?

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Editing Truss Thru Truss Maker

I am not sure what is supposed to happen when you create a truss with Trussmaker and want to edit it. When you select the truss and use the "edit truss" command and it gives you the 2D lines you used to create the truss, what needs to happen once you...

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Modifying text file in an embedded library

I'm trying to have a read/write text file in an embedded library *.lcf file in order to look-up/update some "global" values for the library (not individual *.pln files) According to the ArchiCAD GDL help page: "If the LIBRARY keyword is present, the ...

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missing macro for double hung window

I'm using ArchiCAD 18 and inserting the ArchiCAD double hung window. When I try and generate a 3D view I get an error message that I believe means that I am missing a macro. The message is: "File not found at line 3118 in 3D script of the file Caseme...

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3D Document Plan - Story Settings

Hi all, I want to create a slab label for my 3D document ceiling plan. Seems simple enough. But the slab above may be on the current floor, floor above or even 2 floors above. All fine, easy to code their heights. My real problem is finding the level...

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Door materials not showing

Greetings, I am stumped. In the attached image you can see that all the door materials appear as the same white opaque material however they are specified differently in the door settings dialog box, including transparent glass. This is true for many...

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Request zone parameters in a not related object

Hi, Sorry if this was discussed before. Lets say there are zones on a plan with ID's "Zone_1", "Zone_2" etc. There is also a GDL object completely not related to any of those zones, placed on the same floor as zones. Is it possible to code this objec...

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Refer to parameters within if statement

Hi! As a newbie in GDL, I can't get how to get together string and numbers. My case: I have parameters: a1, a2, a3, a4, a5 etc... with the same values I want to create an if statement with all of the parameters, but it doesn't work, I can not create ...

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flag for values{2}

I would like to create a group for values{2} - values, but it doesn't work. Can anybody help me? Example: I have this: values{2} "A1" 1, 'opt1', 2, 'opt2' values{2} "A2" 1, 'opt1', 2, 'opt2' values{2} "A3" 1, 'opt1', 2, 'opt2' etc. many parameter wit...

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World Date/Time

I have developed a library of GDL objects for a specific client. I have shared this library with said client for internal use, however, to protect our IP for the long term, I have set up a timed licensing tool whereby: - there is a "license" object t...

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GDL uses of module ID or name?

Is there a way of manipulating a module instance (by changing its ID, or name, or whatever) by scripting into its objects variables that react to the module ID, name, or whatever? I would like to change the exterior wall colors in a module instance b...

2D Parking Stall 19

I can't seem to be able to make the width of the parking stall be 9'. It seems to be locked in 8'-6" and is greyed out. Computing it based on the length does not make it work.

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Curved door and windows

Hi. I am trying to insert a door, preferably sliding, into a curved wall... The door should be about 3500mm in width.. But I can´t seem to get my door curved.. Is it even possible? I am adding some pictures so that it is easier to see my problem. Tha...

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auto parameters

I have a problem. I would like to create an object, which has “n” identical units, which are the same macro units with several setups opportunities. I would like to solve this case, with newparameter, like this: for i=1 to n newparameter "nwpar_1", "...

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Custom window/ door marker shape

Hi all, we're trying to give the window and door markers a different shape and are having trouble working out how to do this. We'd like to alter the marker from the built in regular hexagon shape, to be a flattened hexagon as in the attached image. I...

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Door openings cut through slab

Greetings, not sure if others have had this problem, but door openings in walls cut through floor slabs, stairs and other things. Image is posted. Of course this is extremely frustrating when showing a client. They think the software is a cheap, off ...

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Piiroinen "virus"

Is anyone else having this problem? Every so often, AC loads about 50 or so PIIROINEN surfaces. I can delete them, but after using the program for about a week, they are all back! Is this coming from an object? A library? A list? A schedule? Can anyo...

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Help about custom object ( create and updated )

Dear all, I created an custom object by wall, slab ...etc I save by save selection as Object and put in PLN file After that I need to increase the width of object , i will edit the source and save as again with same name in Embedded Library, and refr...

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Door & Windows not appearing in plan view

Hello all, None of my windows or doors are showing in plan. MVO options are set to "show on plans", I've also gone to door/window settings>opening lines to override MVO options but still no luck. Anybody know what I might be missing?

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Defining materials in a macro?

Hi everyone, is it possible to gather general material definitions to a macro object and call them to object files by using PUT and GET commands? I've tried this method but have gotten many different error messages such as "incompatible table paramet...

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Archicad Trees

Hi All, I need some advice on the best way to place trees in Archicad. I have usually been using the 3D "Tree Model Detailed 18" as I like the tree to look realistic when I'm exploring the model in 3D. I really hate how the billboard trees only face ...

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Resolved! How do I create bypass doors?

I am trying to find a way to modify the standard door models to show a 5'-0" x 8'-0" bypass door. It's a closet door that should not swing out into the room. I want to have the two door leafs to pass behind/in front of each other. I've looked at the ...

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bifold door opening

how interesting ...after 4 years away from cad, I am back to cad again on ac 17! ok a learning curve. i can't remember how to set the bifold door d17 to show it's opening on 2d. can someone help? thanks

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Modeling a classic window and door

Hi everyone, I'm doing a renovation project and am currently modeling the existing state. However, I can't seem to get the window and door to be exactly as I want them to. I have the following issues: Window: 1) The transom window part of the window ...

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Imported SKP objets off axis

For some reason when I import Sketchup objects into AC19 they come in rotated 5º off axis. I can't find a setting to fix this. Anybody else getting this result?

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Bilco Door

Does anybody know where I can find a good Bilco door download? I've checked a ton of places but haven't found one yet.

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Dynamic hotspots in loop and array

Hi ! I need small help in coding. I'm not very good in it so sorry if the question is rather simple. I need to make lines witch are drawn by a loop "FOR 1 TO 5" where each line lenght can be controled seperately by its own hotspot. I managed to make ...

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Making a sliding door with flywire screen

Hi, I am trying to make a sliding door with flywire screen. But I can't figure out how to achieve that by modifying the sliding door object from the AC19 library. Is it possible to make that door without using a 3rd party add-on ? If anyone can help ...

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Modifying trapezoid window

Hello everyone, I am sorry if this topic was solved before, but if anyone can suggest me how to modify trapezoid window (or any other way - though I've tried to make custom window by saving a selection as window and then the hole in the wall still be...

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Object to sum multiple zone areas

Hello, I'm looking to find out if it is possible: in a project where some rooms need to have their added zone area annotated, i would like to have their zone areas added automatically, not to use a calculator every time to input data manually. This t...

Modifying door leaf frame widths

Please refer to attached file. I need to modify the frame width numbers for a door but find that they are greyed-out - how do I make these changes? Thanks for your help!

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convert xml and gsm

Hi, I met a problem when I used the LP_xml converter.exe. When I click on the LP_xml converter.exe.It had a black window.But the window fast disappeared(Flash back)and had not any error prompts.I couldn't used the .exe file to convert xml and gsm fil...

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Pick-up (Truck) 19

This object's length, width, and height parameters are locked. Also, I need a truck that is 2-door with a regular bed and the current crew cab that is Pick-up 19 but with a regular bed.

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Help

I'm having this problem in Archicad 18, i downloaded a chair from BimObjects and it has the extention .gsm, when i tried to open it in Archicad it appared this : "the selected file is not a General GDL file. Please select a valid GDL file. " How can ...

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escalators

I'm having trouble designing the escalator according to the technical task. The thing is that if you increase the length of the platform escalators, the length of the balustrade of the escalator does not change! How to change it?

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Library folder in wrong language

Hi! I recently downloaded Archicad 19 education version. Since I'm Swedish I though it a good idea to download the Swedish profile/version. The problem is that Archicad still is in english but all the library folders and files are in Swedish. So now ...

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A three leg stair

Archicad stairs library part does not provide for the three leg stair shown in the attached picture. I try to use the custom configuration and it does not support the "path" I need As a work around, I work out the small, 4 risers first flight; added ...

Zone Relations

I thought I created a really cool gdl object that would automate some of the redundant tasks in our office. However, after writing the code, and testing it out on a small evaluation file, it was deployed to the office. Unfortunately it exploded upon ...

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Profiled Sheet 19

I am trying to make a wall with a corrugated metal siding. I want the siding to appear in 3D views, not just texture on the wall surface. There is an object in the base Archicad Library (Profiled Sheet 19), but it only allows me to do a vertical orie...

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Wall closure for custom window

I'm working on an existing building with some really complex windows I have to model myself. I made a custom window but there is no wall closure settings for it and I really need it. Any idea how to get that?

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Project2 for custom door plan

is there a trick to using PROJECT2 for custom doors? the projection code only shows front or side views of the door in the plan preview. I want to create a projected and symbolic option for my custom door, but project2 just isn't working.

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Editing Drawing Title

Hello Archicad Pros New user here... I'm setting up Drawing Titles that have a graphic scale and I am getting this strike through when I add the scale. Can someone please tell me how to edit and position the scale so that it's not covered up? See att...

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IES LAMPS - read data from ies file

I'm trying to read some basic data from IES file (for example the Power Consumption) using OPEN, INPUT commands but I cannot get the wanted result. Watt value is stored in the 9th row, 3rd field ... This is the simple code I'm using ch1 = open ("TEXT...

Floor tile showing through object in plan view

The bathtub below was created from Sketchup and placed on top of a tile floor. Why is the tile floor showing through the tub? I assume something in my object settings is wrong but played around for it for a while and can't figure it out. Thx for your...

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Custom library window/door builder

Hi, Our office has recently upgraded to Archicad 19. We normally use the custom library window/ door builder tool for our projects and have noticed that the material override option is gone. Has the overide tool moved somewhere and has anyone figured...

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W MARKER 19

I find the W Marker 19 for windows useful for certain kinds of projects. In the settings window it is possible to hide the Marker on Plan. The problem is that, to do so, I have to select every individual window and then hide the marker. I tis conveni...

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Skylight 2D script

I posted this on the GDL Centre forum, but nobody replied. Trying my luck here: Can anyone offer help on how to script the 2D appearance of skylights? I understand that ArchiCAD wants to use projected views for skylights (as you have to turn on legac...

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Logic in Lamps Objects

Hello Everyone! I would like to know if there is any logic in the height position of the lamps in archicad. Meaning whenever I'm going to put a lamp in my project I need to put an average height (because either I don't know the total height of the la...

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IES Lamp - rotation angle around X

Please, make available the parameter rotation angle around X for IES Lamp. That's because edit this parameter manually, trhough the editable hot spot, is a nightmare when you have tens of the same lamp ... Alternatively How can I do ... I tried openi...

GDL object saving and re-editing

Hi all, I've recently started learning GDL-object making from the scratch, but ran into a problem when I tried saving them in .gsm-format: when I try to open the saved object again in editor, archicad has changed all my script into something complete...

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Measurement Dimensions from GDL

Hello, Wondering if I can drawn dimensions using the Dimension Tool from a GDL script (2D only)? I haven't been able to find any info from google searches, but I'm thinking this must be possible. If it's not possible ill manually draw the dimension l...

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Fixed transom over awning

This should be a really popular window configuration but I cannot find a way to display the awning operation with the upper unit being fixed. There is a "display as transom" option but I cannot figure out what that does. Opening line in 3D toggles bo...

DET_Lumber 19

Seems to have stopped working by the finish fill going outside the boundary. I was able toggle the finish to blocking or continuous and it would fix itself yesterday, but it's back. It seems like this is since the recent library update.

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Problem with Copy code

Hello, I have problem with copy text (code) in GDL components. When I copy for exemple: ! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ UI_OUTFIELD "Font",15,210,100,20 UI_INFIELD "font",150,207,150,20 ! -------------------...

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How to set scale of text of 2D symbol

Hi everyone, Can You help me, please? I'm stuck on text contents of 2D symbol linked to object. I've made my 3D object, then I've made 2D symbol with text. I have linked symbol to that. Everything works fine until I want to change the scale of drawin...

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Fixing a Symbol

Hello, everyone. Now I'm trying to go a little deeper in custom object creation. I am not pretending to become like a GDL master or anything like that, I just want to learn some basic features that could help me in my day do day. I have seen a few vi...

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Change marker change

I need to make a new change marker (really a modification of the Basic Change marker) I am working with Change Orders, and need to be able to show ChangeID and CO number in the marker, and in the Revision history object. So I add a line in the Change...

Display egress width

We would like to automatically display the egress width on our code plan (Life Safety Plan). We were able to get both the width & height to show, but we only want to egress width, similar to the attached jpg. Anyone have any suggestions?

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Door does not show in section

Please refer to attachment. I have a door that shows in 3D and in elevation but not in section. I can "see" it highlighted in green in section if I select it but cannot figure our how to get it to show properly. Selecting "Move to Front" does not eff...

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Door Does Not Show in Section

Please refer to attachment. I have a door that shows in 3D and in elevation but not in section. I can "see" it highlighted in green in section if I select it but cannot figure our how to get it to show properly. Selecting "Move to Front" does not eff...

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Stove Pipe Flashing

Does anyone have a flashing object that could be used for a stove pipe or vent for a water heater? Or how about a regular roof jack that can be made bigger or smaller and configured for roof pitch? I don't want to make one if there is already one ava...

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My Library looks different than others?

So, recently I tried to put in a 4-sash wide window. A little looking around in my window library showed me only up to 3-wide units. Some googling about this brought me to the conclusion that I SHOULD have the option to put in a "Horizontal multi-sas...

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Macro basics - share info

Hi everyone, I'm looking for information on how to work with macros: - where are the existing one stored - where to save new ones - how to open and edit existing ones - list of parameters that could be used from a macro Unfortunately I can't find any...

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Window Casing Placement

I am trying to get the casing of a window where I want it, but it doesn't appear that ArchiCAD will let me do it that way. In the attached image, I am wanting to place the casing where the green line is. ArchiCAD appears to only let me place the casi...

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Calling Reference Levels

How to request a Reference Level ? Lets say I have a object on level 3 and it has the ability to show its elevation. This elevation is 900cm where 3 x 250 is the elevation of story 3 + its placed 150cm above its home elevation... I can count this ele...

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Roof Label

If anyone can find the time, have a look at this label - it works in the plan window and differently in the elevation window -- however I cannot get it to sense the direction of the roof plane -- I have put in a flip command but think it would be muc...

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Light fixtures not cutting hole in ceiling.

All; I'm using a standard ACAD recessed can object for light fixtures. The problem is that if they are set at the correct height, they are not cutting a hole in the ceiling, hence don't show as lights during a render. When I move them down by 3", the...

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Fence Graphics

Hi, I have used this fence from the standard library, and would like to know if I can control the color of the outline that shows up purple in 3d, as shown in the attached image. Cheers

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Bi Fold Windows

Hi, does anyone know of a Bi-fold window object for ArchiCad 18. I know I can use a bi-fold door but then how do I get it to appear in the window schedule? Sean Harrison ArchiCad 18, Windows 10

ArchiCAD history

Is there like a history log in an ArchiCAD file where the information is stored about the changes made. In example if anything has been copied, edited or deleted? In example a log that states every command that has been entered or every layout that h...

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default library objects & stairs - Fills

Hi, I'm not sure I'm posting in the right section of the forum. Why fills (in plan view) of the objects of the default library (and stairs too) are considered drafting fills and not cover fills?

Writing to XML

I have been trying to write to an XML file as a way of cataloging placed configurations of the object. I have no problems reading and writing to XML except I cannot for the life of me create a new element on its own line. regardless of the RecordID I...

Archicad 19 Can`t change View Type

Hi, I don´t know why but currently I can´t change view types in Archicad...for example when selecting people contour and try to change from linear top view to front linear view y just stays fixed on top. This happens with other object also. Any ideas...

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Why arent my window sills showing up in elevation?

I'm having issues with some of my window sills not showing up on the elevation in archicad. When I drag the window away from the wall I can see the window sill, its just when its sitting where it suppose to be its not showing up. I checked the sill s...

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Wrap base at Cased opening

I would like to create a "cased opening." I have used the Rectangular Door Opening tool to create the opening in the wall, and all is good, until I want to wrap the wood base at the bottom. The door opening cuts the base as well as the wall. How do I...

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All objects have the same IFC info!?

I think this has to do with my template or setup, or I'm confused - or both! I've just recently started to pay attention to the tags & categories section of objects as we are starting to use BIMx and see the need of proper naming, classification and ...

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too many lines in elevation!

Hi! I have a problem when creating objects with Archicad 17 When I create an object starting from walls and floors and after save it as an object. Well. With archicad 17, in elevation, there are the connection lines between the 3D elements that I use...

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GDL - hotspots and stretchy component

I am building a (relatively) simple GDL object - a 2D grid with a broken line external over-hang where the grid will just keep adding in lines as it's stretched and the overhang remains constant. When it's just the grid, it stretches and works. When ...

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pass through

I am sure there was a pass through option for the sliding/folding multipanel doors I had seen not very long ago, now I need it & cannot find it. Does anybody know where it is?

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OBJECT MAKING

HI I was wondering if anyone could help me. I am needing to make a new object to draw the HIPS, RIDEG,VALLEY on the roofs. I want to create a Polyline type object where I can use to draw any to and shape and size and save my own Listings and Labellin...

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Libraries from archicad 9 to archicad 18

Thanks in advance, I am archicad 18 (A 18 ) user, in a prolonged time ahead I will be working on A10 files in which 99% of windows, doors, and objects are from A9 Library . Does anybody have any experience with implementing such an old library to A 1...

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keeping texture mapping when exporting objects

As far as I've tried I couldn't find a way to keep correct texture mapping of objects when the texture is defined in the script after exporting to .obj or .3ds It's getting me mad. When it is defined via align texture on a usual tool evrything's fine...

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ArchiCAD 19 - Change wall closure

I can't seem to find the option to change the wall closure attributes in ArchiCAD 19. In 18 you could change the line type and fill type of the closure (as shown on the screenshot), but I can't find these settings in 19. Please help!

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TUBE problems

I'm developing a bent spring object, using the TUBE command. I've got the maths working, but unfortunately, the TUBE command puts small creases in the profile as it starts to go over the bend. You will also see some large twists near the apex. I've h...

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ArchiCAD 18 Master ID Label

Hi, I know this has been an issue for a while but does anyone know the gdl I could put in to the structure label 18 so that it reads the Master ID in a hotlink? I want to use the Master ID that is in the ID Label 18 and also use the 'Oval' shape that...

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Custom Objects

Is there a way to save a custom object outside of the embedded library? I would like to save a custom door panel to my hard drive for future use.

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Custom Elevation Marker

I can´t find the variable name used on the Elevation/Section ID for a custom Elevation Marker.. CAn anyone tell me where to find it or just write down the name to be used on the script? thanks

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Custom Window Problem

When I make a custom window this happens. The glass panels are partially missing and this repeats from custom window to custom window. Archicad 19 There isn't any objects intersecting with the window on hidden layers so I'm at a complete loss. Any he...

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Custom Grid Markers for Grid Tool

Anyone know if its possible to add a grid marker type to the Grid Tool? I'm trying to get our office using this tool, but the boss man doesn't want to change our graphic standards. Our current grid bubble is an oval shape, & that's what he wants to s...

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MU Windows.. how to set number of units?

Hopefully a really easy question. In AC 18 & before, there was a setting for the number of horizontal and vertical units in a mulled window assembly. I can't seem to find that with the new AC 19 window settings layout. Where is it??

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Custom Window Mullions

Whenever I edit a window that has a "H-V Grid Custom" sash, the custom grid I have created (whether in the 3D window or an Elevation) reverts back to the equally spaced grid the window had before I edited. It happens even when I edit any attribute of...

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Stairs - additional step removal

Hello, I would like to ask you if by any chance you know the solution to this problem. In the plan view Archicad draws additional step for all stairs. This step is after the end of the arrow - it is on the upper storey. My question is: How to prevent...

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Pop up window

Is it possible to add certain code to the script of an object that creates a pop window? (similar to the msgbox command in Excel VBA) A warning box for example that let's the user know that a certain condition has not been met. It could be closed wit...

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Parameter Reporting Question

Here's the situation: I have a custom library part with a text parameter (let's call it parameter1) connected to a parameter list. I have another text parameter (parameter2) that I would like to be filled in automatically based on the choice selected...

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Project Info Custom Keywords

goal is to have my Title block object get different "drawn by" for each Department. created custom keywords in project info for each Arch, MEP, Interiors, and based on pull out menu in object parameters looking to call each one separately. Can't get ...

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Embedding interface images

Can anyone point me in the direction to learn about embedding images used for the interface into the gsm object itself? What I've read so far says you need to have any supporting interface images loaded into your libraries: but I've downloaded exampl...

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Ganging Storefront Window 19?

Does anyone know how to control the ganging in Storefront Window 19? I can't find it in the settings... I know that it CAN be ganged, because if I eyedropper the settings from another window type that already is ganged into the preview of Storefront ...

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Library Objects without surfaces

I am working in Archicad19 and I am finding that all of the library objects I use do not have surfaces. All of the predetermined surfaces are missing. It takes a long time to go through each object i use and add all of the materials needed to make th...

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Referencing zones in a gdl object

Hi guys, I have been using Archicad since version 6.0, and been scripting GDL for just as long, I am familiar with most of the stuff in David Nicholson-Cole's Cookbook, but that is a little out of date with some of the more recent developments in GDL...

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BIM Server Libraries

I just started using ArchiCAD in October 2015. Trying to cleanup company files. Some are solo project and a few are teamwork projects. However....we were running ArchiCAD 17 & 16, recently updated to ArchiCAD 19. On the teamwork files.....the BIM Ser...

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Pen color problem!

Hey, I'm working on a new Archicad template for the office, and came across a problem with the doors and coloring in the pen set. After editing a custom pen set and color i can not for the life of me find the setting for the line color of doorsteps i...

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reading text file in GDL

I am having a problem with reading a text file I am trying to use the TEXT extension and the DIALOG option but ArchiCAD refused to 'see' the text file and says its looking for a "GDL TEXT DATA FILE" and won't see the txt file. Mac El Capitan and AC 1...

Overhead Garage Door

Overhead Garage Door makes wall opening surface same as wall inside face surface, not outside. Could it be corrected? Tilt Garage Door is ok.

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I am having difficulty creating unique 2D hotspots

I am trying to create a way to insert text within the standard library cabinets without editing the object itself. I am using the label script. I am doinging this so when I Have the windows tag control the visibility through the set model view settin...

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Update objects after script changes AC19

I've been updating/changing older object scripts and saving them using AC19. I've noticed that in schedules the changes don't take affect until I open the properties of the object and then close. I don't have to make changes to the object, just open ...

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