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27137 topics in this forum

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

    By Ringos,
    • 1 reply
    • 967 views

  2. Will the Leica Disto D2 work with CA without support software ?

    By mthd97,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.7k views

  3. Automatic truss modelling advice/help

    By Hobbiest,   
    • 5 replies
    • 1.9k views

  4. Convert an Imperial Template to Metric without loss of millimeter accuracy

    By TheAlchemist,
    • 15 replies
    • 3.4k views

  5. Polyline solid fill transparency issue

    By Jock1959,
    • 3 replies
    • 1.2k views

  6. Foundation Help

    By krrbnsn,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.1k views

  7. How do I get these walls to join up properly?

    By Ed_Orum,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.1k views

  8. CAD Details Library

    By Ringos,
    • 1 reply
    • 974 views

  9. Anyone using a Mac Mini M4 or M4Pro with x16?

    By jgriesshaber,
    • 8 replies
    • 4.8k views

  10. Trying to Use Chief Architect to Estimate Projects

    By Brinq_Con,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.6k views

  11. Gable wall over deck railing

    By BenLondon,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.2k views

  12. Material Pattern Options

    By ChiefUserKatie,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.2k views

  13. Window and door casing after adding exterior insulation

    By ElkRivers,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.2k views

  14. Removing Referenced Plans From Layout File

    By Ed_Orum,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.1k views

  15. Gambrel roof

    By chiefuserchesco,
    • 2 replies
    • 1.2k views

  16. Labels moving on their own

    By Leadcarpo,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.3k views

  17. Help with materials

    By TommyOLDC,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.4k views

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

    By sea_lyons,
    • 6 replies
    • 1.5k views

  19. Walls issue

    By Rashid_Garuba,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.2k views

  20. Note schedule, rotation of symbols

    By Doug_N,
    • 4 replies
    • 1.2k views

  21. File loading speed

    By MSID_McKenzie,   
    • 1 reply
    • 872 views

  22. Square Foot Schedules 1 2

    By krrbnsn,
    • 45 replies
    • 10.2k views

  23. patio built with the railing tool changes footings

    By Reiter,
    • 1 reply
    • 708 views

  24. Rendering reflections way too bright

    By annahart12,   
    • 4 replies
    • 1.6k views

  25. Invalid Path / Installing X16

    By kitchenlifestyle,
    • 2 replies
    • 974 views