Does anyone have an example they can share that would show the following. Story information GLOB_HSTORY_ELEV B_ elevation of the home story home story is the one the object is placed on GLOB_HSTORY_HEIGHT Q_ height of the home story home story is the...
Hi all. We have created some custom doors and windows that we would like to give to some ArchiCAD users. Is there a way to lock the GDL code to prevent it from being manipulated by users and also, is there a possibility to lock it to single ArchiCAD ...
Hi, I created some custom panels for a door with sidelights on both sides. In 2D they look fine. The problem I am having is that in 3D they appear shifted to one side parallel to the wall they are in, see attachment, by half their widths. I have trie...
Could anyone tell me, how is itt possible to get the property (description&component) information in a GDL scrit? The problem is: I've got an object with an associated propert object. I would like to use the the property object's descriptions in the ...
I created a detail callout that includes editable hotspots so that you can move the circle and have the line follow. Now the problem I'm running into is when I move the circle upward in the Y direction the line crosses through the circle. (See attach...
I've been playing around with our office standard Drawing Title objects. One of the requests I've been getting is if we can get the detail/section number to show up, so users could find the original more easily. I like the idea, but cannot seem to fi...
Can anyone offer any news as to what is up with Theometric / CADImage connection and line of product? General e-mail has gone unanswered, Tech Support e-mail to CADImage Solutions bounces back and the Theometric web site comes up with a message whose...
Has anyone seen or used these new GDL commands yet? I saw them in the GDL Manual, but could not find any trace of them in the object library. I was hoping to find a little more context or application for them. I would love to think that RICHTEXT coul...
I'm trying to read a text file, and it seems as though I am limited to 255 characters. Lovely. I even looked it up in the manual, and confirmed this. Is there a way around this? (UGH!!! Feels like I'm back using 8.3 filenames!!)
our office just upgraded to ac9 and we start to experience some problems with changed library parts (filename and gdl)... which is a bit irritating when you have a large number of files to port from ac8 to ac9. however, if you load both the ac8 & 9 l...
Anyone know where I can find a bathtub with surround? Like one of those standard fiberglass units? A cursory check of Objects Online yeilds many tubs, but not fiberglass models. wes
Can anyone point me in the direction of some free decent handrail GDLs for stairmaker? The railings provided in AC are horrible.
In C++, there is a keyword CONTINUE, which is used inside a Do.. While or Repeat...Until loop. This keyword aborts the current loop, and starts over at the top. I have not been able to find any equivalent in GDL. Is there some strange undocumented me...
[Pardon the length of this. I'm posting it in chunks to reduce fatigue. I hope answering is easier than asking!] The big topic is having a label display an object parameter's value. The specific goal is labeling a structure member in section. Here go...
I've been scripting plan symbols for GDL objects and I'm wondering if there's a way to set the new display values (drafting, cut line, skin separator) for LINE2 objects. I see the various POLY2_ objects have updated status codes notes explaining how ...
Having solved my previous problem with the help of fellow ArchiCad-talkers you will doubtless feel a sinking feeling that I have now moved to another object! I attach an image of a little parametric knee brace on which I am working. The pic shows jus...
We need an efficient way to convert 3D autocad objects to library parts that would work with our schedule. I was thinking we would make a "start up" library object with all the paramters already listed and then copy and paste in the 3D code after we ...
HELP! I was wondering if anyone knows how to define conditions in GDL based on the current 3D viewing mode (block, wireframe, hidden, or shaded)?? - Yes, I know about the GLOBAL_CONTEXT to determine if the 3D view is active. Ricki
Hello, I am wondering has anybody created/ converted the KNOLL range of furniture for ArchiCAD?
I seem to have a problem with "special windows" section of the library. The round, round pivot, and trapezoidal (haven't tried the others) all seem to have a different problem with trim. On the round window, the outside and inside trim stay "wood" co...
Does anyone know why some objects seem to dissappear in section view? I'm using structural beams which appear OK in 3D and 3D marquee but when I cut a section through the beam - it dissappears. Any ideas?
Hi- since upgrading I now get this error mesasge in a library part. It refers to the line starting 11: for i=1 to L step 1 11: if SO=i or SOO =i then 1000 if shelf3=i then 1000 if shelf=i then 1000 Anyone know what this means?
Does anyone know where I can find a bilco door object?
After installing the latest version of Door & Window Builder (3.5v11) every time I launch AC I get the error message shown in the attachment. Doing a FIND for the file comes up with nothing and re-installing doesn't help. Anyone know how to resolve t...
I have a problem with Light Works Render Engine rendering a bitmap object. The quality of the ArchiCAD Rendering is much better than the Lightworks Rendering. Lightworks is unsharp and has white tips. The object itself defines a Material that has a b...
I've just upgraded to AC 9 and have a door symbol I've been using for years without problem - in fact it still works just fine. But, when I open it to edit the GDL code and ask AC to "check script" I get the following error message: ' USE OF REAL TYP...
Since upgrading my labels no longer working. If an element has already been labeled i can still see it but if I reapply it it disappears. The hotspots are visible but not the ID text. Is there something about v9 label scripting that has changed? Edit...
I'm trying to figure out a way to do a really elaborate schedule for a 2 million + square foot project we have. What I'm trying to do is create the ability to group 4 or 5 parameters in an object together. If a user places a value in one of them, the...
Hy Every Body Im looking for the home page of Frank CHIN and his library moving parts (fireworks,fan,escalator) regards François
AC 9, US library: one of the panes above the transoms will show the opening line in 3D no matter what. The problem is in 'Casement_a 81' which gets CALLed somewhere. I replaced it in the script with 'Casement_b 81' (which the script uses to do a pane...
Often when scripting geometric parts, loops start from 0 and go through to 1 (or 'X'). It is 'frustrating' (and untidy) to have to use a [i +1] throughout the code. If GDL pretends to be a geometrical scripting language then allowing basic mathematic...
Anyone knows a reason why we have ability to feed our objects with as much parameters we want (which is a great thing), but we can not list them out like we do with components? Regards
Actually coons are quite a tricky geometric structure, normally only covered in university-level mathematics or mechanical engineering courses. They are a new invention too - first described at the end of the 60's by somebody who obviously had too li...
Well it finally happened... A file slipped by me without having archived... I am missing the following items from the AC 6.0 Library: 2 Doors D Garage D1 Metal 1 Window W Ribbon 13 Objects Column Round Cube Detail-Marker I-Beam Horizontal I-Beam_Ver ...
We received soem 3D autocad files that I've saved as archicad objects. They are working for what we need them for now. But it appears that every surface has a diagonal line on it in shaded view and in elevation. Is there a way I can get rid of that d...
I am trying to create an object of a through-wall heater/air conditioner commonly used on our projects. This unit usually sits below a window. It needs to look like a box with louvers on the outside, which cuts through the wall. I got the geometry of...
We have been seeing this every once in a while in our AC9 detail windows. Usually from nut or bolt parts. The choice doesn't seem to be in the parameters of the part. Has someone conquered this challenge?
Hello- Please show me how this (attached) is done using GDL, I have posted this in 'Working in AC' section. I got a suggestion to bring it here. I have tried the mesh tool before, but didnt work. I would also like to know if I can manipulate/play wit...
When trying to edit, in AC9, an object created by AC7, I get the message on the title of this post when the 'Check Script' button is pressed. I haven't changed anything in the scripts yet. The line where the warning points to have IF statements like ...
Well, I use GLOB_CONTEXT in my objects successfully. But I only use the value of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. I want to know when GLOB_CONTEXT will return 22, 23 and all the others. I don't know what means for feed back plan or section. what means for feedba...
I may be being stupid but, I hope that someone v. kind can assist. I have two variables h and lg, both controlled by user input and by hotspots in 3D. h is always less than lg, but the difference between the variables is not always the same, because ...
I have a problem with double interior doors in 9. If the width specification is changed, only one door of the pair changes (i.e.: if I want a 3' opening (2, 1.5' doors), one door changes to 3', the other remains at the default). I went back into 8.1 ...
I don't know whether creating GDL objects is a type of development. But ... here goes: I can find a document about Global GDL parameters on ArchiGuide, but it is for ArchiCAD 7. Where I can find a v8/8.1 version of the document?
I created a new wd marker to show something(not the WD ID) on floor plan. The marker text string is "C0918" or "FM1024" end etc. the rules are: 1) prefix string + dimension string 2) prefix string tell people the opening type (door or window), openin...
When using the standard AC library (US version) parts called "Metal Windows 9" I find that all of the single windows are just the same object. I have inserted five different objects in a wall and they all look the same (and all are not correct). From...
There is a book about chaos research from Heinz-Otto Peitgen and others, which has some demonstrating programms written in BASIC. One of them describes a fern, which I converted to GDL; nice result.
HOw do i add materials from one file to another. I have ArchiCAD 8.1 and av works and i have allot of materials with one file but not with others. is there a way to combine all materials into one folder and then imoprt that into my materials list. Wi...
Is there any "W RIBBON 70" window, or anything similar, with the ability to have transom ... it would really be a big help when making simple, customized windows that require transoms considering that you can have any number of sashes. - thanks note ...
i am trying to make hotspots that are editable, and use a unique ID tag. i am wanting this tag to be dynamic so the unique ID is HOTSPOT for example: WHILE i<10 DO Text2 0,i i=i+1 endwhile which would produce the following text: HOTSPOT10 HOTSPOT9 ....
I don't know, if someone here has mentioned the following bug. I sent a worse working object to our support and GS returned me now the following statement: After opening the settings dialog of an object in AC 8.x or AC9 the global parameter GLOB_MODP...
Greetings, anyone having problems with the corner window object in version 9? I have several placed when I modify a specific wall in height it gives me a pop-up message that it cannot use this specific library part in a trapezoidal wall and then brea...
We have found that the MSA parts that contain the wood fill such as corner, cove, etc. have a little glitch. When you change the color of the wood fill to something other than pen #6, the fill color does not change in the part. Has anyone else experi...
I'm trying to get the opening lines in 3D to show properly. What I'm seeing is the rotated "V" indicating swing on casements and doors is opposite of how we display it here. The point of the "V" should be on the hinge side. Is there a way to change t...
We primarily do Builder plans and we are having issues with the Door Window labels for use as per the Builder requirements. I have attached a sample of what we are getting at the moment out of the box, and what we would like it to look like. Please a...
How does the GDL lamp obtain its color from the color sampler wheel? I don't see anything in the script that makes the reference......
I could not fine the library part in Archicad 8.0 or 9.0 however we had an old version of real windows which had this library part. this worked quite well with the 8.1 Library. However now in Archicad ,9.0 it does not work, it says that it had proble...
I noticed one of the ArchiCad9 objects (the Tube in Basic Shapes 9) has a refrence to command called "HOTARC2" in the 2D script. I hadn't noticed this in the manual so I thought I would share this interesting little discovery! Here's an extract from ...
When one leg of two store front windows joining is less than about 1.5 feet the angle of the miter increases above 90°. If you open the window as an object and go the the end of master scripts and turn off ANGLE MAX the problem goes away and it will ...
has anyone had success using the gdl web control addon w/ mozilla firefox? the plugin finder service states 'no suitable plugins were found'. i first noticed this when trying to browse the tji objects at trussjoist's site. i know of another user w/ s...
Hi, I am looking for object or add-on that provides me with Floor Metal Deck capabilities. Can not find it in AC9 library or ObjectsOnlie, any hints? Thanks, Joseph harouni
To All, Do you know where I can find a roof (cage ladder)? Thank you for your help. Best regards, DR
I am looking to make a very simple accessory (a single panel at the base of wall) Is there a particular command type do should use to create the accessory? I tried a block command but the wall openings didnt cut through the plinth Thanks
Is there a way to determine Location Awareness in Section/Elevation views? I've noted from the GDL manual that the K~,L~,M~ and N~,O~,P~ ordinates only work in perspective settings with cameras. I want to add dashed hinge line arrows to a door symbol...
Being new to this, can someone advise of sites (preferably free) for downloading GDL objects not contained in the ArchiCAD library? I'm specifically looking for a few things: Garage roller doors, open trailers (not caravans) and fences. Also, do I ne...
I have a complex model I have made even more (by moments undesirably) complex by using Revealmaker and Sidingmaker ('window' objects that make WALLHOLEs simulating reveals and siding) all over the place. 3D regeneration is getting sluggish and I am t...
Is there an ArchiCAD library part like this or do I need to make one for my self?
I can't get the variable under the TEXT STYLE tab to change anything in the LABEL WINDOW-MARKER 2. Is there a setting that I am missing? I am most interested in the OPAQUE check box. I check it and the symbol remains transparent!
Hi, I’m hoping someone familiar with AppleScript can help me modify a little script I uncovered from the AC7 days that enables OS X users to launch multiple AC sessions. It was written as a TeamWork fix but works even now with AC9. With some tweaking...
When I use the xy coordinates label from the GDL Cookbook in Arcicad 9, it assigns a random 0,0 origin, not respecting the origins of the drawing or the project. I opened the same file in both 8.1 and 9; 8.1 behaved flawlessly: 9 assigned an origin w...
I've been getting errors that say: "Use of real types can result in precision problems" Is there any easy fix? I have library parts called Easy Cabintry and I don't understand how to fix the line of code. Here is one line of code where I get the erro...
Anyone know a trick to get and attached label (ie to a roof) to show on a storey other than the home one? While I'm at it, is there are global parameter which represents the plan angle of the pivot line of roof? thanks
Hi guys, I am trying to find a GDL object of the classic chair entitled "420" designed by Harry Bertoia to use in a file. Was wondering if anyone has this as a library part or may have an idea where to get it? Image of the chair is attached below. Th...
The GDL Adapter for AutoCAD that we can download at this adress http://www.graphisoft.com/products/object_technology/downloads/installadapter.html is only a free version limit to 20 objects of AC7.0 or older. In my Office we are preparing the updatin...
Hello All. I'm a new user to Archicad and I've run into a problem. I recently started getting an error in the 3d script of windows and doors after I've placed them and I go to the 3d window to check how things look. Several errors pop up and if i "co...
whenever I saved a new object, it appears that the Background Images 70 is shown as the Active Libararies folder and I have to make sure the new object gets into the right folder. Is this what everyone out see and do too? I just wonder if the Backgro...
I need some tips on how and where to place/store the NEW library folder. In the pic below, shows a new library folder- LSWDW Library. And in the new folder, i have 2 subfolders for each specific project and there will be more for each specific projec...
I need to place a tractor in a barn drawing but I am unable to find a tractor. It could be 2D or 3D. Does anyone have any suggestions or ideas about this?
With Archicad 8.1 we gained the ability to alter the location of the section/elevation marker based on whether it was a "Section" or an "Elevation." Now, I'm trying to get the object itself to look slightly different so we can distinguish sections fr...
Does anyone know where I can get a posable figure (man/woman) ?
Use the window called 'W Trapezoid Fix' that will do what you want. It is at ArchiCAD Object Library 81.pla/ 1.3 Windows 81/ Wood Plastic Windows 81/ Special Windows 81. Cheers, Link.
I'm trying to write an object which will display different information in the Plan and Section/Elevation windows. I have successfully used the GLOB_CONTEXT to differentiate between the two, and display the two variations successfully. However, any ed...
Opening a template file from 8.1 in 9 and loading the 9 library, I discover that the inerior marker has a background fill that is the same size as the default (4' x4') . It does not resize to 18" x 18" of my marker. While I can change the fill to emp...
I did a pretty thorough search of this group and didn't find any updates on how to join the group. Yahoo Groups couldn't find a group by that name... Anybody know? Sure would be nice if was now a php based board... wes
When I try to insert a window I get the following error message, "Group operation error at line 220 of file W Fixed.gsm." When I click the continue button, it lets me set parameters for the window, but in the preview window above, I can only view the...
Hi, An object like this would save us a tremendous amount of time...is it possible (easy) to make? For an opening (actually door or window) I would like the plan symbol to, besides opening width and height, also show project height (...wall height at...
as a GDL newbie, (i'm slowly getting through the first section DNC's cookbook), i'm a little lost with this: is there any way i can create a random '-1' or '1' flag for a random positive/negative ADD and ROT command? i can generate the random amount ...
Hi, is there a way to show a picture of objects when I do a "list elements". I saw that I could use command DRAWING in property or parameter script. But this only shows the 2d script. But i want to do more complex list there I could show more informa...
[Moved from the Developer forum.] On some of our drawings the detail marker has a white background that masks out the geometry underneath. This is handy because you can read the detail number and sheet reference easily. The problem is that the mask d...
Hi, I'm going to program some 2D/3D reinforcement objects and I wonder how I should script a parameter in GDL so that I can use it in the Interactive Schedule? Basically I want to stretch a line from 0,0 to A,0 showing the horisontal spreading of the...
On some of our drawings the detail marker has a white background that masks out the geometry underneath. This is handy because you can read the detail number and sheet reference easily. The problem is that the mask doesn't show up on some projects. L...
I was using some ArchiBAM trees from the Garden Works Library on AC8.1 with no problems. I just opened the file in AC09 and when I switch to the 3D window I get the following message... Cannot DEL transformation above TOP at line 205 of file Pine2_GW...
Can someone verify that when setting the transom height of the D1 Storefront 3 door to 0 that the perimeter frame disappears? The only way to workaround this that I've found is to set the transom to a small value. Not great, but it will get the job d...
still can't seem to put my fears away and start to do some simple gdl. is there anyone out there had the fears like mine with learning gdl? i need support to get onto it.
i'm back to archicad after vw 11 for awhile! about zone stamp. i am trying to position the zone stamp information box but the zone stamp on the plan seems to move with it. am i missing something here? appreciate your help.
Hi, I've made a break line object with a masking polygon. I thought I was so clever by using GLOB_DRAWING_BGD_PEN as the pen setting for the mask. And it works great in ArchiCAD, the mask is completely invisible. Problem is if the drawing background ...
Just installed version 9 today. It seems that my MSA objects are not coming through into PlotMaker even though they appear fine in AC. I had to explode the objects to linework so I could plot my drawing. Any simular experiences?
(I thought I saw something regarding this, but I just can't find it. It if's been discussed, just point me in the right direction.) I'm trying to create a block with multiple lines of text, and I wouldn't always need all the lines of text to show all...
Hi All, I have problem with some objects when joined together the vertical joining edge do not display. I have narrowed down to the test case shown in the attached file. The object has a very simple prism: PRISM_ 5, 1, 0, 0, 15, 0.6, -0.6, 15, -0.6, ...
Hi all- Just diving into AC9 and I've noticed that I can't get any of the new windows to show without the sill or apron. In my neck of the woods, exterior sills are not used, and the exterior trim is "picture-framed". With 8.1 (with a W1 Casement win...
i am designing a football stadium and i would like to know where i can get an object which is the actual stand/step part of the stadium, i would also like it to be able to curve the corners? can anyone help? please ash
I need a wooden boat, (speed boat or cruizer) for a presentation. Any help would be great.
Hi, I can't figure out how to script a simple stupid polyline... It's the arcs that bugs me. I know it should be simple but please help me with this one. I gather it will fall together when I see the script. I have actually read the GDL manual but I ...
Went to inset fireplace and was successful but instead of seeing the plan of the Fireplace I see a note "Invalid Parameters". What does this mean, because I was still able to see and manipulate the Fireplace in the model window and its settings windo...
So I apparently had this in the wrong forum previously, sorry if you've already seen this but thought I'd ask again in the right place this time... We work on a lot of healthcare projects and are constantly coming up against very long room names in s...
i opened a template ( previous drawing) and this 'missing library parts' shows up and so i reloaded and still it appears. then i opened a new file and this shows . please help...
Hello everyone, does anybody knows how to add objects to your library? im not sure where to save them, or how to save them. another question, does anybody knows a good webpage to download some good objects? Thanks
Does anyone know where to get a basketball half court or how to edit the full court already in Archicads library. Thank you. Much needed as soon as possible.
From GDL Talk: Hello Everyone. I have decided to remove the license protection from our 3NF GDL Scripter to allow for easier distribution. You can get it here: http://www.3nf.net/new/download/GDLScripter-2.06.jar This version will not need a license ...
To All, Is there anybody out there who has a glass enclosure shower with door symbol fully customizable? Thank you!!
This old library element is soon to become important to ArchiCAD users for water surfaces. I have forgotten who made it and he hasn't signed his work. Can anyone help?
Whats the deal with AC 8.1 US Library- storefronts? Door panic devices wont show up in 3D window? All I can get to show is a mortise lockset device. Very few times will these doors have a Schlage like mortise lockset installed . 90% of the aluminum d...
After months of procrastinating and much toil,the new Trus Joist Objects are done and online. The new web site also makes use of the GDL Web Control so you can play with the objects before you download them. Key features:New product mix for US and Ca...
Graphical hotspots, again, with VALUES command, RANGE & CUSTOM definition; Typing the custom value into the floating palette of the graphical hotspot doesn't work, i get the next range value automatically. Typing the custom value into the parameter w...
Hi everyone I noticed that whenever I draw a window with no sill (inside of a building) and I choose "no sill" in the settings window, the frame appears only on 3 sides and disappears horizontally. This is weird for the sill is generally made of conc...
Howdy, first let me say that after two years with AC I’m am no longer a GDL virgin! I tried to hold out as long as possible but just couldn’t resist the urge to modify some parts. Now I’m in trouble as I’ve already spent a few late nights tweaking co...
So here is my challenge for the day: I have made a basic electrical symbol that shows in 2d and 3d(don't you want your to see your coverplates in elevation?). Now I have tried to get a piece of text to show up next to the symbol and always stay horiz...
Looking for a source to purchase a lattice object with following criteria. 1. Adustable size vertically and horizontally 2. Adjustable independent frame and infill panel thickness 3. Adjustable material selection 4. Infill panel adjustable for vertic...
After a long time, it looks like I'll finally upgrade my AC - from 7 directly to 9. I've been away from the GDL world for a while, and would like to get updated about the GDL programming possibilities introduced with the already old ArchiCAD 8 (I've ...
I want to create a symbol linetype in a GDL script, but the GDL manual is a bit sparse on the nature of the Macro. Can anyone post an example, preferably commented, for me to see how to do this, please?
I have found that right-clicking (PC) whilst in a GDL script window doesn't allow the Copy/Cut/Paste etc. options that were available with 8.1, or have got a seeting wrong somewhere? I have just finished a script that followed one of the examples set...
Hello, Can anyone tell me if it is possible to call parameters into an object from a placed instance of another object??? I know I can call the parameters from a part that is loaded into the library... I would like to call the parameters from a "spec...
hi there. is there anywhere that i can get my hands on real plant object to put in my model e.g. roses, fruit trees, herbs, and natives. for free. thanks
I recently changed some doors in my model from D1 81 (Wood Internal Door) to D1 Commercial Door 81 so I could show the exit device on an interior elevation. However this has thrown my door schedule off since the commercial door has no control for ope...
Hi, I'm imagining a utility object that will automatically build a pen chart in the floor plan window with a user defined array of squares and accompanying text label for each pen. It would be a great help when introducing new coworkers to our pen st...
Hi there Does anybody have any suggestions for making the decoration (marked with red circle) of the knee brace in the photo? Thank you
I just started GDL. Its not that hard I better say its very simple if you have coded before. My main question is. Can i ask for example the user to interactivly give points or select a line witch i will use. Is this possible with GDL or one needs to ...
I try to introduce a range value into an array, without success. (for eg. with graphical hotspots, possibility to increase each angle value by step 10 degrees, or custom) I can do it for a single object, but unfortunately, not into an array. Accordin...
i'm doing a circulation study of an interior space and i would need to put in people in plan view. can anyone direct me as to where i can obtain these plan view of people? thanks
Where does one use the command HIDEPARAMETER and how do they? I am trying to get some parameters to hide based on responses to other parameters. Has anyone done this? I have seen parts which use this, but I cannot find them now to see how it is set u...
Does anyone know what the following attached error message is in relation to. It appears every time we load a new plotmaker file with imported drawings. All the library parts seem to included and there are no visible errors on the page. We have recen...
Can anyone help me in relation to duplicate library parts. Every time we load ArchiCAD we get the following attached error message. Is this due to the library being loaded twice or are there known conflicts with the latest update R2.
I am attempting my first planting plan for a landscape friend of mine. He's quite excited about he possibility of a 3D rendition [mesh, some minimal structures, a bulkhead, water plane, and 3D plants ] to make things "come alive" for affluent clients...
Hi, just wondering if anyone has, or knows where I can get a TVR car model in GDL or a reasonably sized 3ds one for conversion! Many thanks in advance. Any help or direction would be greatly appreciated!
I successfully made a custom window, but I'm needing to know how to get trim to show up on it. Any tips? Thanks.
Is it just me or has anyone else noticed that all the window objects in "Windows 81/Wood Plastic Windows 81" don't stretch vertically by default??? I figured out that you must go to the Custom Settings/Sill tab and uncheck the "bottom Frame @ Sill" b...
I suppose GDL Adapter is not working with Autocad 2005 (according to Graphisoft it works only with 2000 and 2002), but maybe somebody has been successful.
I tried make this object (please see picture) by CONE,SPHERE and used CUTPLANE. But I can't cut it in correct position. How I can make this object in GDL. Please suggest
This may need to go to Tips & Tricks: I dont't know how well this is known, but I just found it now: 1. If you have a DEL TOP command in a Macro, when it is executed it will delete all coordinate transformations in the calling script as well. Which m...
Im new to archicad 8.1 How does one load the diferent labels to use the label tool. I tried to open the archicad 8.1 library to look for labels to load but I cant find any. Im just tryng to use the label tool with a square or triangle or circular tag...
i updated recentely archicad 8.1 but the library maybe has not been instaled well because i can't find the doors.what can i do?
Can anyone help with this? I want to create a library part such as casework or brickwork which will snap at a determined interval. Snap may not be the best way to describe what I want it to do. What I want to do is have the symbol be parameteric and ...
How to add Fill Type, Fill Pen and Fill Background pen to existing GDL objects? I've got a schiedel chimney I've downloaded from the web, but I need to make it non-transparent when I put ceramic tile fill in the room. What do I need to add to the scr...
Can anyone out there tell me how they would convert a number value to a string value? I need to change numbers into text so that I can combine text strings in the TEXT2 command. What can be done? for example... I want to have the text from the file n...
How can I make the Dimension marker to read nominal door/window sizes? Currently there is just the "Nominal Sill Hight" option, but no height and width.. Please don´t tell me to use "custom text" option. Help please! Ricardo
The Baseball Field Object when rendered in 3D does not align with the 2D plan view. When the Little League field is selected the 3D location is approximately 153 feet from the 2D plan view of the Object. Is there a GDL script fix for this bug?
The only Arc Fixed windows I can find in the Library are Full arcs and elliptical arcs. Is there one that is a "plain" arc. If I insert a 3'-0"w window, I want the arc to be 3" high. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance.
Is there a utility/mop sink in the library? I can't find one. Thanks.
Is there an under-counter refrigerator in the Archicad 8.1 library? Thanks.
Is there a cupola in ArchiCad 8.1? Thanks.
Hi everyone, I am using ArchiCAD 8.1 and need help on adding a radius on a steel beam so that i can use it as a rafter in a curved roof. I would greatly appreciate it if somebody could help me out by either telling me how to do it or just doing it fo...
Something I've been wondering about... How can I minimize the kb size of a preview picture? Having just scripted some new objects and worked hard to keep their size(s) down to 2-3 kb, I noticed that when I save a preview picture it typically adds ano...
how can i save an window or a door in archicad 8.1 ?
I try to add my own material library. I scan my won material in JPG file. The problem is usually I click "edit testure", than I can add my material successful. This time, I keep add material in the same way. It can find the material in the edit textu...
Hello, How can I Update my ArchiCad Object Library? I couldn't find such an information in Graphisoft's homepage. Thanks, Roman
Is anyone have surf board model for ArchiCAD library?
Hi there, I'm new to the forum and also coming from acad to archicad. I have created a new crown object and is there a way to mitre the inside and or outside corners? Any input would be appreciated. Thanks, Jim
I tried put the louvre in the frame. But it's exceed. How can I mend this problem? 3D script !Louvre window GOSUB 100 FOR I=0+gs_frame_width TO B-gs_frame_width step Lspace ADDy I ROTx Lang GOSUB 200 DEL 2 NEXT I END: !-------------------------------...
Seems to me that a SORT function would be a helpful development. You could use it in the form, SORT 0,x1,x2,x3,x4,x5,x6 and the list would be placed in a memory buffer in the right order. 0 would be descending and 1 could be ascending, maybe 2 could ...
How can I operate mul2 correct? Please advise Thank you' !2D script------------ GOSUB 10 GOSUB 20 MUL2 -A/2,1 GOSUB 20 END: !------------------------------------------- 10: !Frame HOTSPOT2 -A/2 , -gs_frame_thk HOTSPOT2 A/2 , -gs_frame_thk ADD2 -A/2,0...
i was just going through the process of downsizing the archicad-library and noticed that some of the provided textures are imho beyond a reasonable size for textures, i.e. some are 1MB-4MB large! have a look: ArchiCAD 8.1 folder/ArchiCAD Library 8.1/...
Ok, so i'm working on my first GDL object, i've got a minor in CS so the programming is not an issue, just trying to get all the syntax down. Before moving to ArchiCAD i was using Revit. It had a great tool called reference plane that would basically...
Hi, Are object libraries interchangeable? i.e. can Windows objects be used on Mac? Thanks
I can't figure how to link a radius value to an angle hotspot (like X and Y values for the same hotspot). I get either the angle value, or the radius value, but not both (for the same hotspot). Any advice?
I am trying to create a shape that has rounded edges. I wanted to use the PUT and GET or USE commands to use the data set over and over as there does not seem to be a way to control the edges of a fill pattern other than to create two fills. One as e...
Maybe you know about this one already, but I have a simple method for dissecting a binary object into its sub-binaries so that you can allow the user to define materials for the various bits and pieces. Some years ago now I did this with the standard...
Some of the people objects (Woman standing, Woman waiting) in the 8.1 Library - look OK when I check the 3D view in the Library Part window, - look OK when I place the object in the model, select the object and get the 3D view of the object only, - l...
Dear GDL Friends, I have been asked for my opinion about a proposed change in Graphisoft's guidelines for GDL. For many years, the GS guidelines and the system promoted in the GDL Cookbooks and Object Making books have been Upper case for keywords (B...
Can someone explain which use for Mesh opening subtype and Slab opening subtype? Thanks
Hello folks! Is there a way to retrieve a zone-categories color-ref? e.g. something like void=REQUEST ("Rgb_of_zone", category_name, r, g, b) I'd like to fill a 2d-door-symbol with its associated room-color. Thanks & regards, Armin.
Hello to all. Before I set out to create a library part, strictly 2D for now, with a shadow, I wanted to ask for some suggestions. I want to create an object, such as a tree with a shadow than can be moved around behind it. The shadow would be the sa...
When dropping elements on a script window to create code, if the drawing units are metric, the result is decimal meters. If the units are any form of imperial, the result is feet & decimal inches. The setting of the Working Units preference has no ef...
i was wondering if anyone has successfully printed a graphical library part catalogue (including name, path & preview) on a mac. i know that graphisoft provides a library preview in the help menu which however is html based on macs, thus not easily p...
I changed "Zone Identifier 2.gsm" to that the ceiling "Height Type" (ceiltype) to include the word "VARIES". This works great when a room has a sloped ceiling -- the floor plan says "VARIES" just like I wanted it to. However, the room schedule I crea...
I am building a 3D model and I need a good shrub/boxwood and a Ford F-150 truck. Does anyone know where I could find such a part or library that contains these objects? Thanks,
Hi All Some objects which I am shifting over to 8.1 from AC 7 are no longer working as the path names appear to be invalid. These ( fairly complex) objects use both the Data I/O and the Text I/O to add and retrieve data. To make this reliable across ...
Is there any way to copy individual Parameters or the entire list? (not talking about the Parameters Script) or Is there any way of saving a Library Part as a v7 compatible one (if there are no new GDL commands incompatible with 7 in it)? Here's my p...
Why doesn't the following code work in 8.1? In the Master script I have: PUT 0,wr/2,0, !L-iron section ld,wr/2,0, ld,lt+wr/2,0, lt,lt+wr/2,0, lt,ld+wr/2,0, 0,ld+wr/2,0, 0,wr/2,0 In the 3D script I have: EXTRUDE nsp/3,0,0,tchord,55,USE(nsp) If I check...
This has been bugging me for a while. I am finding if i create a window the position changes depending on the wall direction (ie mirror the wall perpendicular to window. Below is a script which mimics the structure of a composite wall. Placing it in ...
I've been going through the Total Custom Window tutorial - the one that deals with editing GDL script into making a completely custom free-shape window. My question is: how can I make a window in a shape of a ring, not a circle? Like letter O or D? I...
I've wasted a great part of the day trying to get a material (with associated vectorial hatch) to work on an object. Using the COOR command I can get the hatch to show but not move it (the hatch is always setout from the origin). I have made a scaled...
hi there. i am looking for advice on how to generate quickly a list of all the library parts of AC 8/8.1. this used to be done rather quickly through listing the folder structure with applescript, but since the AC 8 library consists of .pla files thi...
Anybody have access to typical security equipment library parts? I'm looking for a baggage x-ray machine, metal detector etc.
Dear all There is one object that I would find very useful in all things from furniture to buildings - it's like this Its a basic block, where you can specify height, length and width, so it could look like a wall or a slab. Pretty straightforward st...
Now I working with door GDL. How to make my door be able to open in 3D view and 2D view. Thank'
When AC7 came out, we were told that DIM statements could now work with a variable instead of a fixed number, e.g. num=60 DIM xx[num] If you try this, even in ArchiCAD 8.1, it still doesnt work, you still get an error message saying that you must put...
Not yet another GDL platform, but a platform for GDL developers for public domain GDL-objects: openGDL.org is online! According to sourceforge.net this becomes a platform for distributed developing of objects. It provides free download and usage of o...
Does anyone have or know of an conifer tree object (symbolic is fine) with the following parameters: --Trunk diameter --Canopy height (how far up the truck the branches start) --Drip line diameter (ideally separate for 2D and 3D) I'm happy to buy it....
Does anyone know of a quick method for printing out the GDL parameters for a symbol? The parameter window in the symbol doesn't seem to support printing and it would be a real asset when scripting GDL to have a print-out handy. Cheers, Cameron
So if in the parameters script I have: n = REQUEST("SYMB_POS_X", xorgn) Shouldnt the object get it's origin in the X axis relative to the model origin and place that numeric value in the parameter "xorgn"? I've been playing around with this global an...
I am trying to make Zones that are sensitve the the story they are placed on (for use in modules placed on multiple floors), and I am having trouble figuring out how to get the Index Number of the story. I found the reference for REQUEST ("Story", ""...
Hi you all. Just a small question about a library part in AC 8.1 The bitmap trees are getting rectangular shadows in the rendering view area......I am not sure if there is some option to solve that problem. It seems to me that in AC 7.0 bitmap object...
I am having problem with the standard ArchiCAD window labels. They will rotate by 90 degrees if the wall in plan is also 90 degrees. In plan this is acceptable even though I would prefer to have have all labels aligned the same way for easy reading. ...
Hi, I found a gem would like to share (at least a gem to me). I use the "User Define" parameters of ArchiFm for Lists & I.S. a lot. But not all objects like RoofMater elements have ArchiFM & Listing Parameters. Use the editable Archicad Library (extr...
With AC 8.1 (R2) is it possible to have custom text appear in the window marker based on a parameter set in the window settings - not the marker settings? I can add a parameter to the marker that will give me custom text - but I don't want to do that...
Hello, I have a library part made, I believe, in AC 6.5 which opens an external file having the file extension *.GDL. One typed in the file name in a text type parameter and a dialog would come up inviting one to "Brows" in a directory for that file,...
i am having a problem with making symbold show up properly on a schedule, maybe someone can help me. basically i am making 2d electrical symbols for my electrical plans, i made the parts, and saved as library part. then i opened then to add 3 paramet...
I have found the W Octagonal Piv 81 window (states as "W Octagonal Piv 70.win" in object Script) in the ArchiCAD Library 81.pla > 08 Doors-Windows 81 > Windows 81 > Wood Plastic Windows 81 > Special Windows 81. It is not "special" enough. I would lik...
Does anybody know what causes the problem shown in the graphic below? Every so often, one of our drafters asks me about this, and I don't know how it gets to this condition. If I open a blank drawing and insert a structural grid from scratch, the bub...
How come GDL can understand this: if StartSide= 'Notch' or StartSide= 'Top Notch' or StartSide= 'Bottom Notch' or StartSide= 'Reverse Top Notch' or StartSide= 'Reverse Notch' and EndSide= 'Reverse Notch' then And not this: if StartSide= 'Notch' or St...
Hi, i'm finding that when i make certain things into 3D objects, the corner nodes do not always appear at the corner of the object making it extremely difficult to place them accurately. In the attached example i created a simple ramp with side rails...
