Tips & Techniques

Share your favorite tried and true methods for solving custom problems using Chief Architect.

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  1. Training Videos on just about.....

    By DMDesigns,
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  2. Renamed (Fixed) Macros

    By Joe_Carrick,
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  3. Exploring New Tools for Better Estimating – Your Thoughts?

    By blazeinc,   
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  4. Fix poor render performance on a Lenovo Legion laptop

    By TopagnaOverlook,
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  5. Dimension extensions and marker tips

    By PerryPlansPro,   
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  6. EDITING A SHED DORMER ROOF

    By Greenshell,   
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  7. Side Mount Deck Railing

    By DianaK,   
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  8. Acrylic Dome Type Skylights! Chiefarchitect Tip

    By yusuf-333,   
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  9. Partition Wall - In the Wall Type Definition

    By Joe_Carrick,
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  10. 3D Generated Backdrop Images for your Daily Use Cameras

    By Steve_Nyhof,   
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  11. Watch out for confusing terms 'Floor' and 'Layer'

    By ADallas,
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  12. Common Estimating Mistakes When Using Chief Architect Plans (And How to Avoid Them)

    By jamesharden,   
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  13. Off angle walls A LOT easier (when you have a bunch)

    By VisualDandD,
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  14. Sending Interior Elevations to Layout

    By Joe_Carrick,
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  15. Cabinet Labels Different on Plan vs Elevation

    By SteveByars,   
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  16. 4 Tips on providing best feedback on 3D renders

    By rayvatengg,   
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  17. Getting The Right Computer Hardware Configuration

    By TheKitchenAbode,
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  18. Organizing User Library

    By wjmdes,
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  19. Finding out what you want to know

    By DavidJPotter,   
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  20. Building a Simple Custom Cabinet

    By DMDesigns,
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  21. Tutorial dimensions

    By snelan,
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  22. Latest Tips for X11

    By DMDesigns,
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  23. Multi Monitor Issue Fix for Computers with Nahimic Audio

    By Kbird1,   
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  24. Solving The First Page Of Chief Architect Q&A July 7, 2024

    By Renerabbitt,
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  25. No Manual Roof Line Options

    By Scott791,   
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