General Q & A

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26434 topics in this forum

  1. Leica Disto X3 or X4

    By Bob_DeWitt_PE,   
    • 7 replies
    • 4.6k views

  2. Import DWG issues

    By gelbuilding,
    • 2 replies
    • 689 views

  3. Gambrel roof

    By chiefuserchesco,
    • 2 replies
    • 788 views

  4. Removing Markers ( Numbered ) from Extension Lines

    By dbsteve,
    • 4 replies
    • 740 views

  5. Angled Stairs

    By bdammeyer,
    • 2 replies
    • 937 views

  6. Foundation Help

    By krrbnsn,
    • 2 replies
    • 725 views

  7. Is there a reason to not use rich text and use text instead?

    By Ringos,
    • 1 reply
    • 710 views

  8. Polyline solid fill transparency issue

    By Jock1959,
    • 3 replies
    • 877 views

  9. Help with materials

    By TommyOLDC,
    • 4 replies
    • 955 views

  10. Can i delete old versions of Chief after upgrading?

    By TawharauNZ,   
    • 4 replies
    • 1.1k views

  11. Manual Roof Planes

    By Fotis1960,
    • 2 replies
    • 754 views

  12. Perspective Camera Views Changing From Layout to PDF (Odd Mirror Reflections?)

    By sea_lyons,
    • 6 replies
    • 962 views

  13. CAD Details Library

    By Ringos,
    • 1 reply
    • 727 views

  14. Removing Referenced Plans From Layout File

    By Ed_Orum,
    • 2 replies
    • 747 views

  15. Gable wall over deck railing

    By BenLondon,
    • 4 replies
    • 885 views

  16. Be AWARE of Windows11 and AMD 24.10.1 drivers!

    By jgriesshaber,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.7k views

  17. Window and door casing after adding exterior insulation

    By ElkRivers,
    • 2 replies
    • 801 views

  18. Labels moving on their own

    By Leadcarpo,
    • 4 replies
    • 877 views

  19. Importing CAD layout sheet into Chief Architect

    By FloraSvid,
    • 3 replies
    • 976 views

  20. Elevation marker snap points

    By Leadcarpo,
    • 4 replies
    • 810 views

  21. Interior posts with base molding - best way to create?

    By Christina_Girerd,
    • 11 replies
    • 2.9k views

  22. Walls issue

    By Rashid_Garuba,
    • 4 replies
    • 856 views

  23. File loading speed

    By MSID_McKenzie,   
    • 1 reply
    • 649 views

  24. Note schedule, rotation of symbols

    By Doug_N,
    • 4 replies
    • 874 views

  25. Where and how do I transfer files of my projects from my old computer to new?

    By Pooh_Bear,
    • 3 replies
    • 949 views