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We should be able to import and export files in .svg import.

Although Archicad is very capable in sense of graphics, many free icons, pictograms etc is available in .svg which is lightweight and vector based.

Currently only labels and zone stamps can read the properties of their parent objects. Many times it would be useful for any GDL object to see their own properties.

In many cases older objects have parameters for values that would be better expressed as properties, but migrating to using properties is hindered by the fact that an object can't see them. For example, a door's fire rating and similar qualities are more natural to express as a property. They should be accessible from the object to show the user door parameters that are relevant to those qualities.

Most recently I wished for this functionality when converting the properties of a landscaping element standard (MaisemaBIM) into a property set. This information is useless to the corresponding plant objects, and the user would have to set the information twice, again as parameters, to have the object look right.

Along the years many others have asked about this at the GDL forum:

https://community.graphisoft.com/t5/GDL/GDL-How-can-I-get-user-defined-properties/m-p/305160

https://community.graphisoft.com/t5/GDL/Linking-properties-into-GDL-Parameters/m-p/323998

https://community.graphisoft.com/t5/GDL/Properties-in-non-label-objects/m-p/265703

https://community.graphisoft.com/t5/GDL/Defining-values-of-ArchiCAD-propoerties-through-a-GDL-script...

https://community.graphisoft.com/t5/Libraries-objects/Property-Manager-Option-Set-Object/td-p/238980 

The last thread even links to an add-on that lets the user query properties.

(In some cases it would be also useful to write properties, but this is another matter and probably makes less sense in the big picture.)

Very often, for representation purposes, an architect needs to use different colors and line weights to represent variety of elements that fall outside the standard representation system—where the pen-based system works perfectly well.
The current system where a pen define always both the color and the weight of the line is limiting.

Let’s say I’m doing a color study for a polychrome façade, or a garden design with different plant species distinguished by color. If I create many pens with custom colors for my color tests, I also have to remember not to use those pens in other contexts, otherwise changing a color could affect other objects in the drawing. Moreover, if I need two line weights for each color, I end up having to create twice as many pens. There’s also the risk of not having enough pens to manage everything. It can happen, especially considering that usually you don't want to mess with the default pen structure defined by Graphisoft, so the pens actually available are few.

There are also cases where you want to change the color of just one element: to highlight, for example, the presence of a special door. You could simply assign a different pen to that element, but in reality it's preferable to keep the original pen for the door, since the pen sets are already organized to handle the line weights of the doors at different drawing scales.

Proposal

The idea, therefore, is to maintain the current pen system but add a color option every time i have to choose a pen. By default, this option is set to “by pen” meaning it uses the default color associated with the pen. However, if modified, it can take on any color. The pen sets will work as usual, except they won’t change the color of objects with custom colors, but only the weight.

P.S. I know graphic overrides can provide a solution in many cases, but sometimes they’re more complicated than simply having the immediate freedom to change a color.

Possibility to add the 2D elevations of Courtain Walls in schedules.

Spellcheck functionality in ArchiCAD is VERY old, requires MS Word, and doesn't really work - it needs a big overhaul!

• MS Word not required for ArchiCAD's spellcheck to function
• Wavy underlines while typing, with on-the-fly correction
• Wider checking areas, including Layout Titles, Project Info etc
• Centrally managed dictionaries which can include abbreviations, brand names, technical terminology etc
• User custom dictionary which is easily edited and transferrable
• Defaults local language (or set in Work Environment)
• Potential add-on connection to Grammarly or the like

In 3D we can already request the viewing angle so that billboards can be rotated into the right view towards the user.

We need the same thing for sections and elevations.

What do we need that for:

• billboards that work everywhere
• hiding/showing details depending on the view direction (e.g. think of doorframes which look horrible in sections > 1:50 where the door is not perpendicular to the viewing direction)
• etc.

Hello everyone,

We have created various logistics elements, such as conveyors, for our work as architects and logistics planners. In order to use these objects for BIM coordination, provisions for spaces were created within the objects. I would now like to output these two components as separate objects (see image 1), as it is possible with hierarchical elements like curtain walls, stairs and railings (see image 2).

Unfortunately, it is currently not possible to create sub-objects for custom GDL objects. I would be pleased if this could be added as a feature.

Image 1

Image 2 (Source)

Cheers,

Lucien

When placing door/window favorites from the Norwegian .tpl, we encounter an issue with Distance Guides: measurements refer to the edge of the window frame instead of the window opening. Since we standardize measurements based on the window opening, with a 15 mm tolerance for the frame, this causes a discrepancy.

Due to our default favorite settings, this results in a 15 mm difference, which is frustrating. We either have to adjust all our favorites or manually account for the extra 15 mm when placing door/windows. This worked perfectly with the experimental feature in AC27.

Our Requests:

1. Add an Option to Choose Measurement Reference:
   Allow Distance Guides to measure from either the frame or the opening. This would significantly improve workflows.
2. Simplify Measurement Reference Adjustments:
   Currently, the tool always refers to the reference line when placing door/windows, regardless of the “To Edges” or “To Ref. Line” setting. A more intuitive way to switch between reference points—such as a hotkey—would be highly beneficial.

Thank you for your consideration.

If dimensions are going to be tied to partial structure display, there needs to be a way to change which partial structure display they are tied to.
Too many novices think dimensioning with plans set to core only will save them time not zooming to snap to face of core, then they find out after the fact they need to completely redo their dimensions after spending hours (or days) documenting a plan set.

Simply put: please add the option to mirror a drawing, no matter what format it is or where it is placed. As-is is OK - meaning that I realize that all texts and symbols might be mirrored, but of course it would be super awesome if texts were readable after mirroring.

To understand the context: we place dwg drawings from consultants without exploding them in our set. This works great, but sometimes their unit plan, or building plan is mirrored. So each time I receive an update to the electrical or other drawing, I need to edit the original dwg before placing in our set.

In previous threads I've seen people wishing to mirror a placed pdf cut sheet and others. So I imagine we aren't the only ones facing this limitation.

If text readibility is solved, I imagine using this to publish mirrored floor plans as well.

It's a headache when it comes to calculations of building materials. It is possible to access building material component volume in Archicad. However, to automate the process, I cannot use the component properties in the expression editor. I always have to depend on Excel. When I have a composite it becomes a horror film. 

I was calculating quantity requirements for Reinforced concrete. I use thumb rules and calculate. it works on the whole element. but when I have a composite, I have no chance of using the expression with the component volume. 
please make it a priority.

Currently, Archicad’s Publisher supports various export formats such as PDF, DWG, IFC, BIMx, etc. However, one key format is missing: PLA (Project Archive).

PLAs are essential for long-term backups, handovers, and collaboration, especially when external consultants or project stakeholders need a complete, self-contained file with all linked libraries and resources.

Requested Feature:

Enable PLA as an output option in Publisher Sets.

• Allow users to configure Publisher to generate a .PLA file from the current .PLN.

• Option to include all libraries (as PLA normally does).

• Support for naming rules and saving path like other formats.

Currently, Archicad's Library Part Maker provides great tools for creating standard rectangular doors and windows, but non-rectangular shapes such as arched, angled, or custom-shaped openings often require complex workarounds.

It would be incredibly useful to have enhanced capabilities within Library Part Maker to easily create and manage non-rectangular doors and windows — allowing for more flexibility in modeling unique building designs and ensuring these elements can be properly handled in the project.

Proposed Features:

1. Custom Shape Support for Openings:

   • Provide more intuitive controls for defining non-rectangular shapes (e.g., arcs, angles, freeform curves, or irregular polygons) in doors and windows.

   • Allow users to specify the shape using drawing tools or parametric inputs (e.g., defining a radius for arched windows, or custom polygons for unique designs).

2. Wall Integration:

   • Ensure that these non-rectangular doors and windows properly integrate with walls, including cutting the wall in the correct shape, and having accurate geometry when placed in curved or angled walls.

Why This Is Valuable:

• Enhances Design Flexibility: Many architectural designs call for non-standard window and door shapes — like arched windows or trapezoidal doors — that are essential to unique and creative building designs.

• Improves Workflow: Instead of relying on complex workarounds or custom objects that might not fit seamlessly into the model, users could create non-rectangular doors and windows directly in the Library Part Maker.

• Better Integration with Building Elements: The ability to properly cut walls and have accurate door/window geometry for non-rectangular shapes improves workflow consistency and reduces modeling errors.

• Accurate Scheduling and Documentation: These non-rectangular openings would be accurately documented in schedules, maintaining consistent and reliable project data.

In the Netherlands and also other European countries, we need to follow the European Norm 17037

De Daylightfactor is included in the European standard NEN-EN 17037. This standard provides guidelines for determining the amount of daylight in buildings and specifies how the daylight factor should be calculated. The standard is designed to ensure the comfort and well-being of occupants by establishing quantitative and qualitative limits for daylight.

More info
https://www.nen.nl/subcommissie-daglicht
https://www.ergonomiesite.be/en17037-daglicht-in-gebouwen/

Velux already has a product
https://commercial.velux.de/inspiration/ebooks/tageslicht-fuer-lern-und-entwicklungsraeume
https://lightstanza.com/daylight/

Allow publisher sets to publish to external cloud service (Sharepoint, Onedrive etc - for us Sharepoint as a preference) from Teamwork files.