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25899 topics in this forum

  1. Adding Cabinet Door Trim

    By RobUSMC,
    • 8 replies
    • 2k views

  2. Grouping Cabinets

    By Allen43,   
    • 6 replies
    • 2.3k views

  3. Creating and Using ZIP system insulated panels

    By MikeZJ,   
    • 3 replies
    • 4.3k views

  4. Window and Door Schedules

    By BruceKC,
    • 7 replies
    • 3.1k views

  5. Top of Plate dim not accurate on auto story pole?

    By 5Design,
    • 14 replies
    • 2.7k views

  6. View Draw Order Edit Tools don't populate

    By DefinedDesign,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.5k views

  7. can't bump elements with arrow key or space bar

    By kmscott,
    • 9 replies
    • 1.8k views

  8. auto update from plan view to layout 1 2

    By tinyhouseguy,
    • 25 replies
    • 4.4k views

  9. Floor Plan Shell

    By vikiw_bend,
    • 1 reply
    • 1k views

  10. MATERIAL LIST/SCHEDULE REPORTING QUESTION.

    By COMSTOCKL35,   
    • 3 replies
    • 1.7k views

  11. Trim Labels with 2 line in schedule

    By ACADuser,
    • 3 replies
    • 945 views

  12. Hole in ceiling plane

    By marlem2000,   
    • 8 replies
    • 2.5k views

  13. Sun shadow casting

    By skirby19,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.5k views

  14. Suggestions for Chief Compatible Framing Takeoff Software?

    By 5Design,
    • 20 replies
    • 3.6k views

  15. Garage Door with Side Lites on the Left

    By SoboHomes,
    • 5 replies
    • 1.8k views

  16. Bonus shutters don't arch?

    By WoodlandDesign,
    • 6 replies
    • 1.7k views

  17. Why is the Exterior wall not sitting on the floor beams ?

    By MarkDi,
    • 2 replies
    • 892 views

  18. Rafters cut off at top of wall

    By APTArchitect,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.4k views

  19. Where are Preferences stored?

    By CoastalHomes,   
    • 2 replies
    • 1.2k views

  20. Split Floor System with 12" air space between ceiling and floor

    By lrrydsngltn,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.7k views

  21. Cabinet Plan View with Construction Details

    By Csecr0123,
    • 15 replies
    • 6.8k views

  22. Wierd roof issue. Different heights

    By pattyw,
    • 5 replies
    • 2.2k views

  23. Combine Door and Window Casing

    By LMacKichan,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.1k views

  24. Snapping to 3D solids

    By Larry_Sweeney,
    • 7 replies
    • 1.3k views

  25. How do you create a girder truss that sits on jack studs in the wall instead of on the top plate of the wall?

    By ChiefJoelJ,
    • 4 replies
    • 3k views