library missing after re-install my system

[Anonymous]

i re-install computer system recently and i tried to open the .pln template file again. but when opening, it reminds some parts missing in the library and i am unable to see some of the parts.

is there any solutions instead re-draw the whole library again?

please kindly advise. thank you in advance!

[Dwight]

Simply add the folders those missing parts are stored in to the library using the Library Manager dialog. Is it possible that you reformatted your drive and inadvertently discarded the lost objects? Then there could be trouble.

Of course, you've managed your library well, keeping a separate folder [container] for new objects, so this can't happen.

Another strategy Archicad users rely on is the Archive format that saves library parts used with the file so that they will be preserved against library updates or inadvertent discards.

[Anonymous]

Dwight wrote:
Simply add the folders those missing parts are stored in to the library using the Library Manager dialog. Is it possible that you reformatted your drive and inadvertently discarded the lost objects? Then there could be trouble.

Of course, you've managed your library well, keeping a separate folder [container] for new objects, so this can't happen.

Another strategy Archicad users rely on is the Archive format that saves library parts used with the file so that they will be preserved against library updates or inadvertent discards.

unfortunately i did format my drive, i cant find my library anymore... any way to solve that? just very simple parts like windows, door, garage door, etc.... anyone can help?

thanks

[Dwight]

So what is missing is the entire library. Or you simply need to locate it.

If you re-installed Archicad and simply can't find the library, use the Library Manager dialog to search for it - probably in the Graphisoft folder.

[Anonymous]

Dwight wrote:
So what is missing is the entire library. Or you simply need to locate it.

If you re-installed Archicad and simply can't find the library, use the Library Manager dialog to search for it - probably in the Graphisoft folder.

i tried to locate and search for it... i guess it is just lost due to the format to the drive....do you want me to upload the file to have a look?

[Dwight]

No, there's nothing to be gained from showing off the file.

You are obviously a beginner, so i suggest that you begin studying the topic by looking up "Library" in the Reference Manual.

[David Maudlin]

thomasalbert wrote:
....do you want me to upload the file to have a look?

Post a screen shot of the Library Manager with the folder Missing Objects unfolded to show its contents. This will at least show whether the missing parts are standard or custom. The standard ArchiCAD Libraries are in Applications > Graphisoft > ArchiCAD XX > ArchiCAD Library XX. If this is missing, then you may need to reinstall ArchiCAD, the libraries are part of the standard installation.

You should add a Signature to your Profile (click the Profile button near the top of this page) with your ArchiCAD version and operating system (see mine for an example) for more accurate help in this forum.

David