Tips & Techniques

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  1. Save Disk Space with Project Management

    By jorgearaya,
    • 0 replies
    • 737 views

  2. Drafting over PDF with AI

    By jtcapa1,
    • 10 replies
    • 6.8k views

  3. Programmable Keys

    By Electromen,
    • 5 replies
    • 1.5k views

  4. Calculating Wall Surface Area in Elevation View

    By Sammie,
    • 1 reply
    • 994 views

  5. Demolition Plans

    By Ben1976,
    • 1 reply
    • 2.1k views

  6. High Window Plan Display

    By JKEdmo,
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  7. Macros, Ruby and page numbering hell

    By agentiskb,   
    • 2 replies
    • 1.7k views

  8. Terrain/Grade Lines in Elevations

    By SHCanada2,
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    • 1.5k views

  9. Plot Lines and layout

    By Kmanery,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.4k views

  10. Porch Wall Height

    By WayneG,
    • 4 replies
    • 2k views

  11. Sliding glass shower door for alcove bathtub

    By GeneDavis,
    • 4 replies
    • 3k views

  12. Exploring New Tools for Better Estimating – Your Thoughts?

    By blazeinc,   
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  13. Joining Roof Planes

    By PatMemphis,
    • 3 replies
    • 2.3k views

  14. Hardie Panel work around...

    By JECORMIER,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.9k views

  15. Hi everyone, is it possible for chief architect to change a staircase (as per pic) into a ramp, or other way to do a ramp like this?

    By Alfredarch,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.7k views

  16. Pony Wall Plan Display "Trick"

    By JKEdmo,
    • 5 replies
    • 2.6k views

  17. X17 Project Management - - The Way I Use It And Now Really Enjoy It.

    By Steve_Nyhof,
    • 0 replies
    • 1.4k views

  18. Common Estimating Mistakes When Using Chief Architect Plans (And How to Avoid Them)

    By jamesharden,   
    • 0 replies
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  19. Chief Architect And Cloud Issues

    By Renerabbitt,
    • 5 replies
    • 3k views

  20. Project Browser Beginner Tips

    By Renerabbitt,   
    • 3 replies
    • 2.2k views

  21. Unlisted Features And Changes In X17

    By Renerabbitt,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.9k views

  22. New to X17 - Dimension Line Snapping

    By ComputerMaster86,
    • 2 replies
    • 2.4k views

  23. Automation, Templates, Drawing Speed Tips & Tricks

    By jvirostko,
    • 4 replies
    • 3.2k views

  24. Twinmotion, Better grass and Rendering made easy 1 2

    By Steve_Nyhof,   
    • 45 replies
    • 29.6k views

  25. Free X16 HDRi Backgrounds

    By Steve_Nyhof,
    • 12 replies
    • 6k views