Problem: Having to use a collection of different labels (some built-in, some NCS, some custom-built) to tag construction types (wall types, partition types, ceiling types, roof types, etc.).
Scenarios / Use Cases: Architects, at least in the USA, use "Types" to describe and then tag construction assemblies. As it stands, there is not one label that can function for all of the various assemblies, because they are limited to a certain tool (walls only, as is the case for the "NCS Wall Label"), or limited to what properties they can reference. Some may say "use the Element ID of each building element, that way one type of label could display a type". However, this requires the user to remember to change the Element ID, even if they've changed the composite.
Wish: The ability to add a 'Type' to composites, and a label (available to all tools) that will read and display that type. That way, if a user changes a composite, the type changes with it (and therefore the label); no extra steps or remembering to adjust a property.
Bonus(es):
- The leader cut line of the "NCS Wall Label", which automatically adjusts in length to correspond with the composite thickness, is also very handy.
- "Types" could also be helpful for railings, stairs, glazing, and glazing framing systems.
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