I have been trying to build an object library using items downloaded from the website Formfonts.com. I'll relay my entire process, even if some steps are not relevant to my exact problem. Ok, here it goes. I'll download the object from Formfonts as a...
I have attached a screenshot of a 2d symbol which, when I draw it beyond its length, I would like it to repeat (like the 2d insulation object in archicad.) As you can probably guess, the 2d script so far is a cleaned up automated script straight out ...
Everytime I look around I find Library Parts (don't know if that's the name in REVIT) that I wish were available in .gsm format Even if any parametric ability is lost, some parts will cery usefull (MEP in particular) Before I search for a friend usin...
I ask you my friends help me to get gdl for hospitals Thank you for your cooperation
I no longer have AC 14, I have to use Education version 15 now. A file I created last year has 100+ missing objects from AC 14, and unfortunately, linking the migration library did nothing at all to solve the issue. I can't find anything on the forum...
Hi experts, after upgrading from ver 13 to 15 I noticed that some standard objects look different in 3D view. For instance faucets in kitchen or bathroom sinks are not displayed even if I choose them. Pls find attached screenshot. Needless to say, ev...
I would like to have a set up, with the material name starting as a code and then a description, such as (Mt2 - Metal copper). Is it possible to request, on the GDL script, only the first 3 letters of a material to be used as a material TAG. It would...
Hi, I have made some custom objects for our office library. When I put them in the library the icon is the default little chair. is there a quick way of changing this to a custom icon? See attached screen shot. Thanks in advance Matt
it has been a long week looking for options to animate doors so that they open automatically during a fly through presentation, but there is no such option. someone direct me please
GDLer's... I am trying to interface with a structural program. I am working on modifying the existing STEEL BEAMS and COLUMNS to have a 3d line representation. But, upon EXPORTING, the 3d lines do NOT show up.. Is there any way to get a 3d line to ex...
Is there a way to make a horizontal line invisible in the CPRISM_ code i.e. status code? X, Y, ? (I know using the Tube command, a line can be made invisible using the number 2). Thank you.
Hi, when i create simple objects w/o GDL using basic shapes as components, the resulting object has a base elevation higher than the original object, it was created at zero level, please help
Anyone knows where I can get a plan view of cars objects ?
Hi All I believe there's a glaring omission with the library part "Parking Place 15", or something that is causing a discrepancy in the way that it displays in 3D vs 2D. Problem is as follows: I've setup a 3D document to use as a site plan - this is ...
Hi all, Wondering if anybody could help me with a problem I'm faced with. I'm sure there is a really easy solution or I'm doing something slightly wrong, but I've only been using archicad for a few weeks now, so I am somewhat a newbie to this program...
Hi Folks, Not being happy with the default door/window markers in Archicad and Cadimage I would like to turn my old autocad marker (see attached) into a Gdl object that can be linked to Cadimage door/window builder for A15. Is it possible for the ID ...
I have inserted a normal window into a wall. I want to change the height and the pen settings. The 'OK' button is greyed out and I can't make any changes. Why won't it work? Thanks in advance for your help. New user.
Has anyone used the Revision Block object that is on youtube? http://youtu.be/j9WU8keXZEc It looks as though it is a 2D object that is placed on ArchiCAD layout sheet to quickly add revisions to a page. The movie shows quite a few parameters so it co...
Hi guys. I would love to get some help with this. I am a total newby with GDL coding but I have a GDL (room stamp) My boss asked me, is it possible to ... (1) make the box for room light height not letters but only with numbers as a output????´ (2) m...
How are you my friends I want to place a curved window in a curved wall I KNOW IN ARCHICAD They can be found in Basic Library -> 1.3 Windows -> Metal windows -> curved window but her only one type but I want A different type of windows and different ...
Hi all, I'm creating objects by using ArchiCAD tools, I can create the shape but there's many unnecessary hotspots when I select object. I don't know how to delete / hide them ?
Is the archicad 10 USA door/window pdf still the best documentation of these library parts? I can't find an AC15 version of this doc - surprising given the complexity and number of objects in the standard door/window library.
I assume the information shown in the attached image is a bug in the cavity closure GDL script which forms part of the ArchiCAD 15 door and window library parts. Could some one please fix it. This bug has been around for a long time now going back ov...
Hi! Why when I try to save a custom leaf for a door, after I choose the type the dialog box show duplicate types and some time the panel just created it didn't show up in the avelible custom panel or leaf. Thank for the help. See attachment Happy mod...
I need a rollup door for an industrial unit, the type that coils up into a roll above the door. The roll up door in AC library rolls up as shown in the picture below, as a rigid panel, which seems a bit strange to me... anyone know how to modify this...
Hi I have 2 questions please I already draw a window but the glass faces the inside so I need now to flip all that the windows will be the same as the wall... How can I change this with no re-drawing? Also, I need to creat a frame of stone around the...
Have created a simple gsm object through typical AC process (3d window, save as object). Now I need to make some modifications to it. Typically I have kept the original elements from which I made the object and gone back and modifed them, then create...
OK, I give up. Where is the material selection for brick sills in this window. Materials (parameters) only has the mortar color, not the brick sill itself. I think it take the color of the casing....which is incorrect. Odd that it's not listed right ...
Hello can anybody tell me how you can change the direction of an L-Shape stair please?
Hi, i am looking for a door which has a side light but has the hinges on the same side as the side light. I have tried the standard library doors but can not figure this out. Can anyone help?
Where can i find a very basic Introduction tutorial to Gdl OBJECT BUILDING? I really want to start making some very simple forms. a box or a very simple table ? Where can i find a simple simple tutorial to start building with GDL scripting. Thanks. I...
I have a window tool that has been scripted, from long ago but it has been updated accordingly throughout the years. (I personally did not create the window but have over the last few years gotten familiar with it's script and done modifications of m...
Where can i find some ARCHICAD modern GDL objects . i really need it ... help me???
Hello. Does anyone know of a library that would have boxetti furniture? I would like to incorporate it in my project.
Problem: How to make a door, that is placed into the wall with distance from the floor concrete so, that floor's upper "pie" goes thru? Seems simply, but as it seems I've tried different settings for door and finnaly get my needed result by cheating....
Hi there. I have a huge problem and cant solve, try everything. All objects with custom pictures like carpet 15, picture 15, don't appear in 3D window, the object appear with blanc image. I'm using AC15 3267 64 bits with i7 2600 and pny quadro 2000 i...
I am trying to create a custom door panel following the path: file/libraries and and objects/save custom components, having selected a slab item, however the attached message appears. Does anybody know sth?
Hi. Please help me. In which folder do i unzip downloaded 3d archicad people folders in order to see them in my Objects window on the Archicad screen itself? I need to insert some 3d models. Like this one of Paris Hilton for example http://www.bimsto...
I am making a gdl object of ceramic tile with rounded corners I want to put a texture on it with planar vertical mapping, but the texture on the lower part of a rounded edge is squashed!!! !============= sample body -1 mass "COLOR_TEST", "COLOR_TEST"...
When reading from a txt-file to a GDL-object, all numbers are read as numbers. When I put in a date, like 2012-01-20 in the txt file, I want to read it as a string. How do I do that? In the workaround I use now, I put in the date as separate fields: ...
Is there an extract fan object available or even just a 2D symbol? I've used the air diffuser object in the previously but this doesn't really fit the bill.
I can't Set chang GLOBAL VARIABLES by.... SYMB_FILL_PEN = [my color index parameter] How to set change value's SYMB_FILL_PEN VARIABLES in script. thank you.
I have a sliding door copied from the generic library. I want the moveable panel to slide behind the fixed panel on the inside of the room. I can do this by flipping the object. However when I flip, my schedule shows there is no zone to this object. ...
Does anyone know the best way to show rounded jambs in plan view. We do a lot of historic stone houses with rounded jambs. The new v15 windows do splayed jambs, but not rounded. Anyone with advice would be GREATLY appreciated. Thanks.
Can anyone familiar with GDL explain this set of parameters and why they are even listed? It's evident that they are parameters for the associated wall, but beyond that it's a mystery to me.
I have made a custom combined window & door (which I have saved as a window and inserted into an archicad model.) The window is not the same height as the door and, as a result, when I inserted the object into the model the wall underneath disappeare...
I am trying to model the window as per the attached photo. The built-in library seems only to have a window with 3 vertical sections, not 4. I have the Cadimage Doors and Window add-on which can create in principle the window as required but the plan...
Hi, When I create gdl objects from native AchiCad objects (slab, wall, etc.), I see there's a Use Stored Environment, which can be turned on and off, in the Parameters tab. Could anyone tell me what it does? Or on any circumstance I should use it? Th...
I'd be interested to hear of anybody who uses the 4dLibrary http://4dlibrary.com.au/library/ There looks like it has some very useful stuff in it. What I can't work out is whether it comes as a template file all setup for you or purely as a library? ...
I went to the depository which allowed me to go to the list of pay/free sites where I can download content. I selected a window from Archibaseplanet.com and downloaded it to my drive. I then extracted the documents and tried using library manager to ...
I have a serious problem with imported .3ds files into archicad. I read some topics about adding PROJECT2{3} command to the 2D script, although i'm ZERO in gld scripting, i managed to get the plan view cut lines of the objects but i still could not a...
Perhaps this was better placed in the GDL section... if so sorry. Just wondering if there is a way to change the door swing direction on the commercial bath stall 15 object. I realise that I can change it relative to whether it opens inward or outwar...
I just created a project on a new iMac. AC15 and library are current. Then put the file on a flash drive and opened on a PC laptop, with AC15 and library current. All library parts and door/windows are missing, including parts from AC14!!!! which was...
Hello , I was looking for a train. I am working on an Indian project in Agra and I need some oldish looking trains as the project is around the tracks. Thank you very much. Nick
hi all, Our revisioning system appends the sheet revision to the layout number (e.g A123_F) which works well for revisioning but doesn't really work with auto marker referencing as you don't want to see the revision ('F') in the marker head, just the...
I have a spline2 curve, how can I put points, or set the local coordinate system on a regular distance along the spline? Thanks,
I am looking to recreate the elevation as per the attacched image which comprises a bow (curved) window. Is there a window that can follow the shape of a curved wall or would somethng like the curtain wall tool be required here???
Out of the blue (for me, anyway) the window MARKER SHAPE parameter is not selectable--it's greyed out--stuck on RECTANGLE. It worked last week and still works fine for doors. Has anybody else experienced this weirdness?
Is there any way to schedule roof pitch? I have a parameter 'pitch' where you enter the value for 'x'...........x/12. I am trying to schedule the value x/12. pitch = 8 PARAMETERS pitch_for_listing = pitch/12 ....results in .667 PARAMETERS pitch_for_l...
Please help me in find a 3D Santa Claus.... Thanks and merry christmas ..!
I downloaded the Aust Essential Library for v14 from archicad Select This appears as a zip file on my mac, then when I double click it to unzip it, it doesnt seem to go anywhere - when i open archicad 14 the library looks unchanged any clues? Also I ...
HI With something like this, I can move a point C (editable hotspot2) on all directions : !x HOTSPOT2 Cx, 0, ID, Cy, 1+128 : ID=ID+1 HOTSPOT2 Cx, -1, ID, Cy, 3 : ID=ID+1 HOTSPOT2 Cx, Cy, ID, Cy, 2 : ID=ID+1 !y HOTSPOT2 0, Cy, ID, Cx, 1+128 : ID=ID+1 ...
i'm looking for shower/tub sliding door enclosure. i've tried a few things, but nothing seems to work. please help!
Hello guys! I'm creating new zone stamp and would like to embed preview-window in my UI-page (see attached pict.). I'd like to specify that I'd like to embed exactly preview-window - not a raster pictures. How can I make it, if it possible? Thanks!
Hi, Is it possible to use the "Libraries and Objects > Open object" command with a selected wall? The command works with selected "objects", but when I select a wall, or a door, run the Open Objects command I am presented with a dialogue box asking m...
Has anyone here discovered an easy way to copy parameters into a new object without having to write them all out longhand? The scripts are easy, its just the parameters that are tedious. The reason is I need to update some of my old doors and windows...
I'm trying to create a GDL object for making revision handling easier. This objects needs to "know" which layout it is placed on (the Layout ID and name). I know I can use the to create an autotext in the object, but that is not what i'm after, beca...
I'm a student at a tech school, trying ArchiCAD out and i love it, except the difficulty in making or finding library parts. I don't speak or read any other languages, so i don't know how to access much of what is offered in the links. If anyone can ...
I am trying loop an object and don't seem to get it wright. the object should ocker every 600 mm when i stretch it along the y. Please help me!!!!
I am struggling to model glass partitions (interior) with butt joints between glazing panels at right angles. I use the shopfront option, and set the joint to butt joint, but there remains a vertical frame element, no matter what I do.
Hi, Every time when i open my archicad file, there will be a pop-up: Library with duplicate object. but it didnt specific which object has duplication with another object. Anyone know how to solve it? Thanks.
I am writing a script for a roof truss. I have to test for three conditions at the heel. For one of the conditions I am testing for zero ie IF heel_height - bottom_cord_height - plumb_cut_topcord = 0 THEN............ but i keep getting a warning "use...
I am writing a simple (ish) library part that I am using in an element schedule. It is a rectangular panel that can be open to 0°, 45° or 90°. When open to 45 or 90, the panel is lined front and back. When it is at 0, it is only lined on one side. I ...
Hmm...what did I do ? The skylight is showing on my floor plan and an outline of the skylight showing on my reflected ceiling plan.
I thought I saw it in the built in library but can't find it or maybe it is in my wishlist....can someone tell me if there is a residential ceiling fan in the library folder ?
I'm trying to get my doors to automatically name themselves by combining the zone they belong to with the object id number into a custom parameter, 'DOOR_NUMBER'. While the schedule reads the zones just fine, i can not get the door to read the zone b...
I made a simple post script where it can stretch in 3d, works great. cprism_ mat_, mat_, mat_, 5, zzyzx, 0'-0.0000", 0'-0.0000", 15, depth, 0'-0.0000", 15, depth, b, 15, 0'-0.0000", b, 15, 0'-0.0000", 0'-0.0000", -1 I made a new object for a beam, I ...
Is it possible to find out either the size of a Layout that an object is placed on, or the name (or size) of the Master Layout assigned to that Layout? Sheet size would be great, but the Master name would do the same trick as ours all begin with the ...
Dear All, i am quite new in Archicad, and i see it as a very powerfull tool. Right now i am trying to drawing a simple building but I found very difficult to design the doors with the detail i want. what i am is to be able to draw a door basicly with...
I have modified AxB size from info pallet & it's correct with drawing. The problem is that in dialog box for same library object the AxB size is presented different (is the before-last one).
I am using the project command for my 2d display which is below. I have 2 projects because I want a fill inside the object. and the second one displays the outline. this is exactly what I want. project2{3} 3, 270, 3 + 32, 4, 91 ! adds fill project2 3...
hi all, I'm having a mental block trying to solve a script update issue with a Titleblock object placed on a layout. What i'm doing is requesting the layout number and using this parameter to determine what style of title block should be displayed fo...
Can anyone tell me which window-door library parts can I find/use for this sliding window-glazing wall ? Overall height 8'-0" Top panel - clearestory window with bottom-pivot hinge Bottom panel - fixed glass panel Middle panel - sliding window Thanks...
Am looking to show the door tracks for an overhead door to run vertical rather than horizontal. Is this something that is blatantly obvious that I am missing?
Hi guys, I've modeled an iron gate and used as custom door leaf. I applied and everything is fine, but I cant hide the door frame... Is there any way to do that?! thanks! i'm on AC14.
Hello, I would like to know if it is possible to know the ID of a hotspot2 moved in 2D. Here, the point 3 in the drawing. I can do it with : parameter P [3] [x,y] parameter P2 [3] [x,y] = P [3] [x,y] script 2D : HOTSPOT2 P [3] , P[3] ,... If I move s...
I try to copy the Square Title, and modify it to meet my needs. When I open the object (\file\library and objects\open objects) and click the 2D symbol button, there are nothing for me to modify. How could I make my custom drawing title? There is sim...
Can we create a custom skylight, kind to the custom window or door, so as to place it on a shell?
I am attempting to integrate actual structure into my project model, but we are relying on TJI's of varying sizes. The beam object from Archicad seems to only come with steel shapes. How or where can I get a TJI cross section to be used in the projec...
My first objects for downloading is almost ready. If someone want to try them out, feel free. please tell my what i can improve on this early stage of scripting.. Thank you.
Hi grasping at straws here but I don't suppose anyone out there has fixed the glitch in the Sink General 14 library object? The glitch appears when you select the Sink Style 13 (funnily enough )
Why I can't modify Sash Frame thickness in Sliding Window settings? I want a Frame thickness of .15cm and two sash frame thickness of .05cm, instead of automatic .075 (half of width).
Hi We are currently doing some restaurant interiors, and I'm looking for commercial catering equipment objects to use in the modeling of interiors using AC. Can anyone please advise or point me in the right direction? I have searched some of the usua...
Does anybody know where i can download door handles?
I'm using AC 9 on a Mac OS6 and trying to map a texture from a LightWorks transparency shader onto a simple parametric block. MATERIAL "cstmEtchdGlss" BLOCK 24", 36", .125" Although the shaders are called "wrapped image" or "wrapped mask" I only want...
Age old problem: "Polygon is degenerated at line 135 in the 3D script of the file da_door_fl_10.gsm" This particular file is in AC12. I don't know if that matters, it is an old file and I don't want to upgrade it to AC15 (unless that would solve the ...
Hi! I Have an old object from archicad 4.5 How I can change the parameters? or if I can sostitute with a similar object. Any help will be appreciated. I have very little knowledge of GDL. Thanks This is the script: ! Name : balusL.GDL ! Date : Saturd...
Is there a way to import 3D DWG/DXF files, and to convert them in to 3D gdl files, and how. I have downloaded some Duravit washbasins in DXF format but I'm not able to import them as 3D elements. http://www.duravit.com/website/homepage/products/produ...
Is there a way to lock text in the scrip? I Would like to lock "made by my_name"
I am trying to find the on-off parameter for the plan display of minimal space for the plumbing objects. I'm on V14 EDU at a tertiary institute.
I created a insulated metal panel in AC9 (I believe) a few years ago and I am getting library part errors when converted and then loaded into AC15. "Library part was not converted properly (122)" to (128). The object displays properly in 2D but not 3...
Is there a way to set "glob_layer" in the script.
Hello, I am looking for solution for zone stamp with multiple units. I would like to take Imperial (sq feet) AND Metric (m2) dimensions at the same time as well. So, recently I used a trick of Explode into Current View command when I duplicated the s...
i am trying to make a butterfly stair in archicad 15 (like in the image below) and i have a problem with the line of travel ( it says..doesnt connect propertly)..any idea how to do it? tnx in advance for any help
HERE'S WHAT WE HAVE. we need to 'define' a custom "Elevation height tag" for our ceiling. How best to do the following? (see attached JPG).
Hi. I am making an object that includes some plasterboards. my object have hight and width parameters. what kind of 3d shape should i use for this shape ( on the picture)?? so that i can control both hight and witdt???
Hi, I am trying to create a script for a zone label to indicate are. i.e. 45.670m2 I cannot workout how to add a simple bit of text "m2" to the end of my parameter. It seems such a simple thing, which is why I am so frustrated. If anyone could help, ...
Hi, I am using ArchiCAD 12, and I cannot work out how to put a louvre in a curtain wall. None of the standard panel objects are editable to look like a louvre. Please help
Does anyone know what the "Glow" parameters are for the LightWorks transparency shader in AC 9? They have it commented but don't list the parameters anywhere else that I can find. I've tried guessing based on the little info in the comments and have ...
We are currently deciding on new categories for our library folders. Currently we are looking at ordering them by the CSI MasterFormat 2004. Do people like this? or is there one that people find better?
Is there a simple drawing title that will allow back referencing?
hi, i am archicad 15 user. i got a gsm file in my drawing, the gms file can show it on my archicad-14. but after i updated my archicad to version 15, it can't read my gsm file & also can't show the object (gsm file) on my drawing. it keep said " inte...
I am looking for any skate park GDL's that any body has made. I teach Architecture to my high school class and the boys are designing a park for a new estate and would like the park to include a skate park or half pipe or bowl. I have tried making my...
Hey guys, I'm frustrated . Please see the picture, you will see what I am saying. Thanks Adrianne
I'm trying to change the materials settings in the W Storefront 5 13 unit (window). I've selected a material under Model but the material doesn't change in the 3D mode. If I uncheck the "use object's materials" the materials change but so does the gl...
Hi all, I hope someone can help me out. I made a script for a 2D geometric problem. It has parameters computed from the bounding box's A, B size. The calculation is done in the Parameters script. I want to make it stretchy, but with the Edit->...->Re...
why do formulas written with GDL expressions written in "Custom" box of a library part return wrong results? In my case they return 1 as value to any expression The same formula if written in other tabs like "master script" return "GDL is okay" -mess...
Hi, I just downloaded archicad 15( I haven’t used archicad previously), but I don’t have any libraries ( toilets, beds etc.). Is this something I need to download separately or has there been an error? Thanks
In some previous version, I remember there was a PDF that showed pictures, names and organization of all library parts. It was pretty handy when you are trying to find something slightly esoteric, such as a roll-down security gate. I looked in docume...
i have picked out a nice normal banister from the archicad library with wooden hand rail. But I need a curved version around a curved corner? any idea if this exists ?? Thanks. Ian
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Hi! Little question, there is a way to show fill in the floor plan, like in the picture B, in the Archicad part Pilaster Classic archicad 14/15 ? Thanks for any help.
It appears that the windows (or at least this one) are not drawing correctly. Setting for this window is 7'-4", and the window hole is correct. However, it leaves a four inch gap at the bottom. If I turn on the sill, stool and apron, those elements f...
As a quick fix solution for someone I tried using James Murray's Shape label JM9-12 (in the depository), for an AC12 project as a door and window marker. Unfortunately it doesn't read the d/w ID's. I tried it two ways, 1. -select the doors and window...
I am trying to insert parameters in a paragraph in my 2D GDL script. Whenever I change from normal text to a parameter, all the font settings change. See below bold the field that I have changed to a parameter (therefore removing the quotation marks ...
Hello, Is there any object available for an exterior light similar to this? Erco Light Scout Thank you!!
I'm trying to rearrange macro script for marker head so that I can change market head and center line type in double line (or any other). I did that but one thing is giving me a problem, I can't get this two new items in marker menu. It should be eas...
i have modeled using slabs a nice clean fire house door. I want to save it as an object and bring into into an exisiting project. Then rotate it, so it is standing up. I have made it and saved it. Now i need to get my head around exporting it as an o...
hi guys. i wanted to use this nice sliding door element from the deposetery. but i cant seem to get it working with archicad 14 ? any help would be great. thank you. Ian ps. i impotred all the parts of the download folder into my parts library. i was...
Hello, I've just noticed that when you apply a HV grid to the "W Splay Bay 12" in Archicad 12 it leaves gaps on the frames whilst in 3D view. I've played around with most of the settings but the gap will not disappear, is there anyway to get the fram...
Hi, The regular international door combos D1 D2 etc don't have a parameter for free opening distance (which is the one parameter I would use for accessibility ...say 900 mm for a wheelchair). The graphisc hotspot in plan let's me adjust width of the ...
Is there any way of controlling the displayed zone fill thru GDL code. I am attempting to change the zone fill type triggered by a change to the MVO
Hi! I create a custom Door Panel, but for some reason when I inserted in a door the panel is no wide enough. Thanks for any Help
hi guys. I have these windows all done up below, using a normal element from the library. the only problem is, the angel and form of the top stones are wong, please see second photo for what i need. can some one please help me achieve this ! Thank yo...
I wonder does anyone have a nice firetruck to place in my model. I have looked in the standard archicad 15 library and there are a few trucks and cars but no fire truck ? any help would be super. Thank you. Ian
Attached screen shot is the 2D Symbol window from the macro gs_general_w_macro_USA, (used for windows). The lines and fills do not appear to be from any of the fragment layers. Are they from the 2D Script? 3D Script? another macro? If scripted, where...
I mean a text that is 'parametric' to a 2D object saved as library part. I looked through the GDL tutorial but none, unless I miss it, show how to add 'text' to an object. For example, a 2D light fixture with a letter next to it and it can be changed...
I am new to GDL. I'm not able to add the variable FILL BACKGROUND sript in 2D. [/img]
Help! I have an array filled with 'random' generated parameters which describe the length and position of timber slats as part of a facade screen system. The array is filled in in the master script and the slats are drawn in the 3d script. All good u...
Hi. I am trying to create a small custom library of doors, and all is going quite well. I have a problem only with door frame. I can get the frame to read the width of the wall while placing doors, but if I change the width of wall afterwards, the do...
disk is full or not enough memory to create 3d data structure. (error code 12) Archicad 13 comes up with this error when going from plan view to perspective. can anyone help me with this problem?
How can I customize a DRAWING TITLE? I went to Edit GDL Library Parts, and "clicked" on Open Object, but I couldn't find where those library marts are stored. Any idea if this is the right way to doi it and if it is. where are the Titles stored? Than...
Hi, I don't know if this post should be here but, is there a way to have a zone or a label that automaticaly writes the number of car spaces that it is on that zone??
hello i made objects using archicad 15 and saved it as gsm when i open project in archicad 14 trying to take this objects into my project through library manager that did not load the objects made there so what is the solution please help because som...
While searching for this I noticed that people have been "wishing" for the Zone Stamp Title to show in section/elevation since 2004? Is there any way to do this yet? It would be nice to be able to cut a section and immediately have the matching zone ...
Hey! I'm looking for some design furniture objects - chiefly for the living room but also for some design kitchens. Thx, r00ter
Is there a easy guide some where, to start building simple beginner objects. Like if i said, I want to model a childrens toy, lieing on the top of a table. I have the table but I would love to know how to make a simple toy object. Is this only possib...
Guest blogger and ArchiCAD user Jeroen de Bruin (Master Script) talks about being a GDL Specialist. Anyone else have a story regarding their adventures in ArchiCAD they'd like to share? I'm always looking for guest bloggers. http://www.shoegnome.com/...
hi all i am stuck with understanding how libraries work i have pln project files with objects from AC 65,AC 10,AC 11, AC 12, AC 13 and currently using AC 14 its a mess, how do i automatically use every one of them in each new project. also, is is pos...
Hello! I need a drain for my project... Carrington's one for Revit is perfect! Is it available for ArchiCAD? If not, what ArchiCAD object could I use that can be similar? I haven't found any... Thank you!!!
is there a way to have a BASIN CABINET 15 without the sink? I am doing a lavabo that will have an 8'-0" long cabinet against a wall. if I simply stretch the cabinet it will have a couple of 4'-0" doors (no good), so I am using 2 cabinets side bi side...
How can i make a library folder with my own objects that uses my own colors/ material. The materials should work when i LINK the library folder?? I tried to put the colors in the folder as JPG but do not work. I even tried to put them as aat and it s...
I am trialing archicad to see if it is suitable for my main function -Kitchen Design. From what I can see there are very few kitchen cabinets available in the standard library, so few in fact I can't see how an architect can design a kitchen of any u...
Hi all I need to be able to display more lines of text than the typical zone stamp can manage. Ideally I'd like to display one or several of the "User Defined" text boxes that are in the zone stamp under Parameters for Listing(I say Ideally, but all ...
Until AC 14, the blue parameter "ac_thickness" referred to the vertical thickness of a roof. Since AC 15, it refers to the perpendicular thickness. Why this change? As a result, roof accessories are not placed at the correct height. No matters the se...
I turned my floor plan into an RCP by changing the door & window options (in Model View Options) to "show opening only w/ contours"...but as a result, my door & window openings are shown with HEAVY line weight (attached). Could someone please let me ...
Can someone explain how this works? Tried to search for info in the GDL Reference, but could not find it . So I'm talking about the MIGRATION pane up top, near PARAMETERS... not the BACKWARD and FORWARD Migration scripts..
Hello Does anyone know how to make window sill and board visible in floor plans? Thank you in advance.
I created an object with a rect as a 2d symbol and i cant sett fill to it. does anybody know how i can do that??? thank you very mutch for any reply.
In the picture attached you see the plan view of a custom door inserted twice in the wall. The one on the left has a sill height; the one on the right does not. The 3d script of this door is nothing more than one simple WALLHOLE command (I needed a s...
Have anyone tried combining window as one? Detail pls.
So I have my own custom GDL object for site boundaries and I use colours to help show different boundary elements ie black = boundary, red = easements, blue = setbacks etc. With the new Renovation Status the object color changes as expected based on ...
I seem to have a difficult time in many areas for some reason with Garage Doors. Any advice on working with them would be appreciated. other than the problem with the alignment in the wall as mentioned here: AC12 garage door frame alignment in wall (...
I created a 3d object..saved it as a library part so I can use it for the qty count in the schedule. Now, I need to make changes to the object. I explode it but it lost all it's 3d information......so I had to redo the 3d object with the changes and ...
The wall thickness is 10" and the window frame is 4" thick....where do I find the setting to that? It seems to default to wall thickness...I'm sure there's a way to adjust the frame thickness. Please help. Thanks.
it is possible to put any html link into UI_button command inside UI sctript but - is it possible to link a file that will be loaded into library - say PDF file? It is possible to link a file from disk by "file:///{path}" but such link must be a hard...
Any chance we will be able to adjust the display widths of the PARAMETERS in an object's SETTING dialog?
well, here's the thing: for wall, roof and slab finishes i'm trying to make some markers like the one in the picture that is just a 2d drawing with some text and a background fill, the real question is how can i make an object out of it with the poss...
Hi all, I just changed the projection of a storefront from symbolic to projected with the scale at 1:50. Although the object preview window shows the opening lines, on the plan there are no lines. Have I done something with the settings? Does the Pro...
All, I am trying to close one end of the ductork (capping) because it is exposed into my spcae and I don't want to see through the duct. Any suggestions? Thank you DDJUSA
Hello, I am trying to create a simple object and add a background picture in the interface script, using ui_pict command. Is there a way to embed this picture in the object, so that I don't have to load the image in the library? Thank you in advance,...
Has anyone found a Glazed Fold-Up Door library item such as the one below from http://www.monarchdoors.com.au/products/doors_foldup.htm ?[/img]
I am using the above object with mitre ends and at to a slope of -1.008 degrees. As soon as I introduce the slope angle in the 2d window the Beam becomes half the size and with no mitre cuts at one end but in the 3d window 2 Beams are displayed with ...
I am working on developing a typical stair. I am trying to get some base calculations done, and the part is returning incorrect values to the parameter list the first time it is run. The second time the object is run, it will update to the correct va...
Hi there, Whenever I open ArchiCAD the library loading report becomes 'Stuck' on screen with no x/close button showing. Even though I have no duplicates or missing attributes, even though it says I do... I have to go into Window show library report t...
Hi, I'm wondering: How does one show in 3D, a typical barrel shaped 2 piece clay tile, on a pitched roof in AC15? Has the roof surfacer add-on have a Roman style tile, as the closest thing available? Is it possible get the under tile to be barrel, an...
I wonder if anyone knows of a way to use an interactive hotspot to essentially Toggle something ON/OFF.. What I have is a Drawing Checklist as a reminder for QC (quality control) guy to check off about 10 things per drawing sheet. So Rather than just...
How do I create a GDL object where I can adjust the materials individually? The only way I know how to do it doesn't save the individual materials, and the only way to change material is to un-tic the "Use Object's Materials" box and choose a differe...
I am new to GDL, so my question is probely stupid. My first object with parameters is a glaswall and it works almost like i want. What i need help with is that the object dosent show in 2D and there are no hotspots in 3d. I will attach the object i a...
Having just upgraded to version 15 from 14, why is it that I can no longer hit 'Enter' on my keyboard when trying to find a library part from the drop down menu within the object menu? When I hit 'Enter' the object library box disappears, instead of ...
Any help appreciated In AC15 when trying to use the RoofMaker, it says the part is not found in any library That makes perfect sense. So where is the library of parts located for the RoofMaker tool? Thanks Oneway
Hello attached is an image which best describes my situation sorry my GDL knowledge is very limited but I can still make basic parametric objects basically i require a 3d object with a 2d drawing in a separate location, any distance from the base poi...
I am working on a TW project, trying to set up a new "list scheme" by duplicating an existing scheme, in this case, "Component List Scheme > Basic". I get the error message: "The files needed...are located in a BIM Server Library. Try moving these fi...
I am new to GDL but trying to soak it up fast and seeing what I can (and can't) do. I've taken the W1 Casement 12 and replaced the macro call for the frame and casement with my own custom parametric geometry. So far all the parameters and reveal and ...
I am familiar with the basics of creating 2d symbols. Something weird is going on from v13 onwards and wonder if anyone has had same experience. After creating a custom 2d symbol and saving etc - I sometimes need to open the symbol to edit it's appea...
Hi Everyone, i just come across this issue and it never happened before in AC14. Every time when i create simple 3D object like cube box (using wall and slab elements) and when i save the 3D object from 3D plan view, that particular library file size...
Hi, i'm having trouble getting the 3rd party downloaded 3d objects to display their materials and or textures in the 3D window. I can get wall textures and archicad object (slabs, stairs) so I know the render engine and graphic cards are ok, but the ...
New to ArchiCad. Is it possible to edit brick veneer portion of wall so exterior trim shows correctly? Used masonry opening wall closure type for windows and doors, but exterior trim shows on outside of brick. Brick opening should adjust in width sep...
So, the library is embedded, but the library objects are not showing up on the model (dots), and in Library Manager, the objects are only listed as missing. I'm using Mac OS X. The file is shared, and I'm having this problem when opening the local co...
I created a frame with 2 columns on the side and 2 beams on the top and bottom. Saved it as an object. my problem is that when i try to stretch it vertically, the beam on the top and bottom is getting stretched to. I want it to keep its hight. I only...
OK I'll bite. New to Archicad. Where are the cabinets so I can draw my Kitchen? Did a search, nothing. Looked in CSI libraries, nothing. taoist
Hello there! Does anyone know how to fix the dimension of the corner cabinet so as not to be bigger than the rest normal cabinets?
I´am trying to make a 2D Tube object on a basis of an existing object (drainage line 10.gsm). I have problems with the start and end position of the contour lines on both side of the axis line (they must follow axis line if it´s end position is strec...
Does anybody know of or have a Christmas Light (string light) object? Ideally, it would have parameters for elevation for each end, lamp size and spacing and swag (deflection). Thanks,
Hi! Is there anyone who knows what Polygon Operation Extension in GDL script is for? /Tobias
Not sure what I did but it strange! I created a simple 3D box and save the selection as a library object.No script or GDL complex stuff. I'm not even near that. When I placed it using the library object tool, it will only be placed if I 'stretch' it....
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Hi all, I'm trying to make a trapezoid window that slopes down (see pic), as it is in a wall that is on a downward angle (see pic). Any ideas? Thanks Lockers
In my project files, I'm unable to change individual colours for different parameters in the zone stamps even if the parameters exist. However, if I open a new file with the default template, everything works fine. It's obviously some simple setting ...
