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26017 topics in this forum

  1. Label Text Move Handle

    By buzzsaw204,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.1k views

  2. Column grid plan to elevation callouts - why not section lines too?

    By CARMELHILL,
    • 1 reply
    • 1k views

  3. Column at top of Stairs

    By payettedesigns,
    • 5 replies
    • 2.8k views

  4. Some Imported .pdf and .jpg Files disappear on Layout page unless Layout Box Borders is checked.

    By DeltaHome,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.1k views

  5. Basement frame wall shows incorrect step down placement in elevation view

    By CElder,
    • 8 replies
    • 3.7k views

  6. X13 Save Down

    By J_Mack,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.4k views

  7. Steps to a curved deck

    By myrtsbnye,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.5k views

  8. PBR flooring color reflecting on ceiling

    By ksmonterey,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.8k views

  9. Low ceiling height within higher ceiling

    By stager386,
    • 9 replies
    • 4.3k views

  10. Extra Height on Ceiling/Wall

    By buzzsaw204,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.5k views

  11. Text size changing in CAD detail drawing.

    By KingsOwn,   
    • 10 replies
    • 2.4k views

  12. sheathing and siding

    By MuseDesigns,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.3k views

  13. Notes & Note Schedules

    By DeltaHome,
    • 5 replies
    • 1.7k views

  14. 3D furniture

    By Jesica,
    • 4 replies
    • 2.8k views

  15. changing the raise off top plate after roof is built, and manually edited

    By SH_Canada,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.9k views

  16. Polyline label

    By DenisePac,
    • 2 replies
    • 2.1k views

  17. How to download, unzip, and open Canvas Scan to CAD?

    By Tbear64,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.3k views

  18. Lost drawing

    By ropost,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.7k views

  19. Is there a way to "Lock" Saved Plan Views or to isolate them from changes to the General Plan?

    By DeltaHome,
    • 1 reply
    • 1.4k views

  20. Flattened PDF

    By para-CAD,
    • 23 replies
    • 6.8k views

  21. CAD DETAIL FROM VIEW DIMENSION TEXT

    By RJBPILOT,
    • 1 reply
    • 968 views

  22. Hello everyone , can Chief Architect X12 create a carport?

    By ChiefKuna,
    • 2 replies
    • 2.3k views

  23. How do I view & delete phantom rooms?

    By BlueHandle,
    • 14 replies
    • 3.6k views

  24. End Wall, not capped.

    By buzzsaw204,
    • 4 replies
    • 2.3k views

  25. Can't Delete A Wall Type X13

    By postandbeam,
    • 3 replies
    • 3.3k views