Tips & Techniques

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783 topics in this forum

  1. Simple Reference Set Video

    By HumbleChief,
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  2. Macros, Ruby and page numbering hell

    By agentiskb,   
    • 2 replies
    • 1.6k views

  3. Trey ceiling - hole in ceiling platform

    By mattlawver,
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  4. X15 Library Browser Tricks and Tips You May Have Not Known

    By Renerabbitt,
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  5. How To: Porch Extension- 2 Methods for Dynamic and Automatic Porch Extensions With Example Plan and Instructions

    By Renerabbitt,
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  6. Unique/Wild Concrete Roofs - in the style of John Lautner

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

    By jamesharden,   
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  8. Terrain/Grade Lines in Elevations

    By SHCanada2,
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  9. Plot Lines and layout

    By Kmanery,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.4k views

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

    By Steve_Nyhof,
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    • 1.3k views

  11. Programmable Keys

    By Electromen,
    • 5 replies
    • 1.3k views

  12. Updating Layouts

    By Joe_Carrick,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.3k views

  13. Solving The First Page Of Chief Architect Q&A July 7, 2024

    By Renerabbitt,
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    • 1.3k views

  14. Time Log Export

    By RickyP,   
    • 0 replies
    • 1.3k views

  15. High Window Plan Display

    By JKEdmo,
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  16. I need help with stairs, winders specifically. X10 version.

    By Michael_Lewis,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.2k views

  17. Tutorial dimensions

    By snelan,
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  18. Professional Rendering Tips - Ep. 1 Masking and Multi-Phase Ai Enhancement

    By Renerabbitt,
    • 0 replies
    • 909 views

  19. Material List Formula not working

    By tquade,
    • 4 replies
    • 904 views

  20. Calculating Wall Surface Area in Elevation View

    By Sammie,
    • 1 reply
    • 847 views

  21. Working with Layout Pages

    By WW2Architect,
    • 1 reply
    • 797 views

  22. Live Template Tuesday Episodes From Rabbitt Design

    By Renerabbitt,
    • 0 replies
    • 728 views

  23. Working With CA via Cloud or Remotely

    By A_Joseph_PE,
    • 1 reply
    • 608 views

  24. Cabinet Hardware Count

    By tquade,
    • 2 replies
    • 583 views

  25. New User-Schedule Column Heights

    By Steve_Matlaga,   
    • 1 reply
    • 579 views