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Problem with xref file displayed in traced mode Archicad 19

Hello. I'll try to explain the problem I've encountered while working in Archicad 19: So the red circle is where my project is, and the yellow circle is where an xref (dwg) drawing is in traced mode (see printscreen). As i try to drag the traced draw...

Anonymous by Not applicable
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finding "in use" triggers for xref layers

Hi guys, I'm looking for where else to look for ways my file may be engaging some xref layers that claim to be in use... I can delete them, I just don't know the consequences since I don't know what in this super race car of BIM is engaging that laye...

Anonymous by Not applicable
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Curtain wall cutting planes

Recently I ran into one more issue working with curtain walls. I have not typical corner and two curtain wall panels intersecting in it. Also the corner should be glazed(without frame) so I deleted boundary at that place (made invisible). But mullion...

Anonymous by Not applicable
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AC 19 copying

Hi! I have noticed that after copying (multiple copy) in AC 19 original element stays selected alongside copies. In previous versions after copying was done, selected were only copies and not original. Is there possibility to turn off that option in ...

Anonymous by Not applicable
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Reference Line location is not correct

In a composite wall I have included a vapor barrier for several reasons. It has the minimum default thickness which is 1/64". The reason it needs to have this minimum thickness is because of the graphics display errors you get if you try to set this ...

modules and copying

I am trying to use modules to locate 4 identical apartments on a hilly site. The site is been modeled in Architerra in one file, and the apartments moduled in AC19 on another. The apartments are 2 storeys and I therefore need to use the multiple stor...

KeesW by Advocate
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Software key missing

The software key log in panel does not show my key. Refresh doesn't work. The panel says I am logged in but doesn't show my available key. I am a sole proprietor using Archicad on only two computers. Same situation on both machines. Imac 27" late 201...

slab and wall intersection

using ac17, why do i see the finish line of the slab where the wall is? how can i change this!? thankyou

Anonymous by Not applicable
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Lag with T&R

Is there any way that I can go back to AC 18 without the last update (6000) There is a serious lag when trace & reference is on, I didn't have this until after I installed the update.

Anonymous by Not applicable
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Column Spanning Multiple Stories - Home Story

I am new to Archicad so this question is likely easy for someone to answer. I want a column to extend from the top of footing to a tie beam. If I place the column with the Home Story on the top of slab and an offset of -3', it appears properly. Howev...

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