General Q & A

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  1. Removing Markers ( Numbered ) from Extension Lines

    By dbsteve,
    • 4 replies
    • 946 views

  2. Angled Stairs

    By bdammeyer,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.2k views

  3. Foundation Help

    By krrbnsn,
    • 2 replies
    • 954 views

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

    By Ringos,
    • 1 reply
    • 879 views

  5. Polyline solid fill transparency issue

    By Jock1959,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.1k views

  6. Help with materials

    By TommyOLDC,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.3k views

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

    By TawharauNZ,   
    • 4 replies
    • 1.4k views

  8. Manual Roof Planes

    By Fotis1960,
    • 2 replies
    • 956 views

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

    By sea_lyons,
    • 6 replies
    • 1.3k views

  10. CAD Details Library

    By Ringos,
    • 1 reply
    • 879 views

  11. Removing Referenced Plans From Layout File

    By Ed_Orum,
    • 2 replies
    • 1k views

  12. Gable wall over deck railing

    By BenLondon,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.1k views

  13. Be AWARE of Windows11 and AMD 24.10.1 drivers!

    By jgriesshaber,
    • 3 replies
    • 2k views

  14. Window and door casing after adding exterior insulation

    By ElkRivers,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.1k views

  15. Labels moving on their own

    By Leadcarpo,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.2k views

  16. Importing CAD layout sheet into Chief Architect

    By FloraSvid,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.3k views

  17. Elevation marker snap points

    By Leadcarpo,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.1k views

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

    By Christina_Girerd,
    • 11 replies
    • 3.5k views

  19. Walls issue

    By Rashid_Garuba,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.1k views

  20. File loading speed

    By MSID_McKenzie,   
    • 1 reply
    • 794 views

  21. Note schedule, rotation of symbols

    By Doug_N,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.1k views

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

    By Pooh_Bear,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.3k views

  23. patio built with the railing tool changes footings

    By Reiter,
    • 1 reply
    • 628 views

  24. Invalid Path / Installing X16

    By kitchenlifestyle,
    • 2 replies
    • 855 views

  25. Screen Capture and Voice Record for the Novice

    By evergreen,
    • 5 replies
    • 1.4k views