General Q & A

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25289 topics in this forum

  1. Converting PDF to Chief File

    By CraftHomes,
    • 5 replies
    • 1.7k views

  2. Macro data from defaults

    By crdsplans,
    • 17 replies
    • 2.8k views

  3. Forced truss rebuild won't go to raised roof

    By GeneDavis,
    • 14 replies
    • 2.1k views

  4. Setting height of 3d model in relationship to new addition

    By Evolution,   
    • 4 replies
    • 2.1k views

  5. When calculating framing quantities, how do I know the quantity is not including truss framing members

    By 22trobbins,
    • 1 reply
    • 960 views

  6. object snaps

    By BillsburgChief,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.7k views

  7. 10' Tall Foundation / Retaining Wall Detail

    By Joe_Carrick,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.9k views

  8. New Plan - default settings

    By MastersDesign,
    • 0 replies
    • 652 views

  9. Placing Outlets Independent of Wall, Cabinet, Ceiling or Floor

    By BuildingVision,   
    • 4 replies
    • 3.4k views

  10. PBR Render issues

    By mdarch47,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.7k views

  11. Q: Is there an easy/direct way to export schedules to MS Excel?

    By para-CAD,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.8k views

  12. Automatic Interior Dimensions

    By j2narchitecture,
    • 7 replies
    • 2.1k views

  13. Mystery walls can't be deleted

    By tds_cc,
    • 2 replies
    • 1k views

  14. Chief crashes with different monitor resolutions

    By CARMELHILL,
    • 1 reply
    • 908 views

  15. Shower curtains

    By DH7777,
    • 5 replies
    • 1.6k views

  16. Joining two roofs at ridge

    By Randino,   
    • 2 replies
    • 2.3k views

  17. Dirt not becoming visible

    By vonlost,   
    • 5 replies
    • 1.7k views

  18. Edit wall junction help please

    By GeneDavis,
    • 15 replies
    • 2.5k views

  19. Design Roof with Dormer

    By ridgejohnston,
    • 0 replies
    • 708 views

  20. Material Definition Not Applying

    By HarrisReno,
    • 3 replies
    • 2.1k views

  21. Dimensions  are different

    By lms_jam,
    • 15 replies
    • 3.9k views

  22. Stem and Furred Wall Window Opening Proplems

    By Doug_N,
    • 7 replies
    • 2.1k views

  23. glass sliders

    By winterdd,
    • 9 replies
    • 1.8k views

  24. X11: Light shade default transparency

    By CAcygrymus,
    • 9 replies
    • 2.3k views

  25. exterior wall for different ceiling height

    By jpdesign,
    • 0 replies
    • 853 views