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6 hours ago, Dermot said:
I disagree with Michael on this (and apparently so do some other people although I am not one of the people that down-voted him).
I actually think it is easier to learn and use saved plan views than it is to learn and use default sets. It doesn't have to be that complicated and you don't need to spend a lot of time setting them up. Just think of them as working the same as saved camera views. If you have a view you want to work in or send to layout, just save it and then you can reopen it anytime you want. You can pretty much ignore default sets until a later date when and if you want learn to be even more efficient.
I did not down vote Micheal either but I do agree with you. When the plan views came out I decided to start from scratch with my templates. With all the preset plan views I think it makes it very user friendly to the new guy because everything is all set up for us right out of the box to start using. Of course I could be over speaking a little because I have been using the program for a long time but with me starting from ground zero it was easy.
I would suggest to new users to sign up for the on line classes. That really helped me to work through getting the new templates setup quicker and understanding how the plan views work.
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I have been using Chief for a long time and since the Plan views and notes have been added I have decreased my time to draw plan significantly.
Also, the library plays a huge part in the time saving. If you utilize your library and organize it right its very powerful to use. I don't have to build many templates anymore because of it. To many templates can get confusing trying to keep everything linked with the layout file so I have it setup a little differently than some. All my notes I also save to the library.
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I send schedules thru cad details to send them to layout but I don't save the schedules in the template. I just save a cad detail as framing notes, elevation notes, windows, doors...and I leave it blank so I can just generate the schedule in a pre-named cad detail. This way everything is fresh and clean each time and I don't have to worry about placing, linking or sizing. When I'm drawing a floor plan and I'm putting windows in, this way is better for me because I can see the window size label and not just the callout label.
All my general notes of course is set to go straight from the library into the layout and that is set as my layout template along with some other things.-
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I'm finding that saving the notes to the library in whatever category or subcategory you want to save them works really well for me. I don't try to do templates for the schedules because they are so easy to add them in each plan for a nice clean look. Also, templates are confusing to me to keep track of because when you use it for one plan and then another I run into problems so I just build the schedule for each plan.
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33 minutes ago, SNestor said:
@builtright3 - I'll just say this about Bluebeam. It isn't just a PDF annotation/markup software...it has been designed for construction use. It has tools you will relate to and know how to use. See if you can get a trial version...give it a shot. It's an amazing piece of software.
That said, If all you need is a markup program to add some text notes, arrows and some other simple text to a PDF...then yes, something less expensive would be a smart move.
I'm going to download it later tonight and take it for a trial run.
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53 minutes ago, DzinEye said:
@builtright3 Haven't tried Bluebeam, but it sounds good.
Like Graham, I've used PDF Xchange Pro for many many years and never felt it lacking.
https://www.tracker-software.com/product/pdf-xchange-pro
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1 minute ago, SNestor said:
@builtright3 - looks like you can purchase for 349.00. Well worth the price. I clicked on "store" and it took me to this page...
Thank you, I didn't see that. That's a little costly but might be worth it. I will try the free trial.
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3 minutes ago, TheKitchenAbode said:
Here's a link to it. You can also check out other available programs in the SnapFiles site. They have a section for free and paid for software. This site is good and have used it for many years, the only thing to watch for is that some freeware will want to install some other software. SnapFiles usually notes this in the description so you can make sure to uncheck the option when installing.
https://www.snapfiles.com/get/pdfxchangeviewer.html
Thank you! This and the other program so far recommended are great but are so far apart from each other for what they can do. I have my research cut out for me. I'm not even sure what I want or need until I research it.
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12 minutes ago, rwdozier said:
Check out Bluebeam Revu (https://www.bluebeam.com/) Very afordable.
Bob,
Can you give me an Idea for cost of this program? Looks like I have to subscribe to find out. I just need to know if this is something that is affordable first and I'm not over buying. It looks like it is a very powerful program.
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4 minutes ago, rwdozier said:
Check out Bluebeam Revu (https://www.bluebeam.com/) Very afordable.
2 minutes ago, SNestor said:Bluebeam if you are on a PC. Incredible program...I wish there was a MAC version.
Checking it out now. Thank You
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46 minutes ago, TheKitchenAbode said:
You may wish to check out PDF-Viewer, it's free and has a wide range of markup tools. Have used it for several decades and it works well. It will also allow you to password the PDF doc so others can't alter your changes or you can convert the PDF doc into an image. Probably about as many tools as you will be able to get for free, they also have a paid for version that offers even more features.
Can you be a little more specific on the name of it? Several different types or Viewers come up in a search -
Good morning from wonderful Michigan!
I'm looking for a program that I can use to markup PDF's and other documents like a plan checker would do for corrections or as I have seen some of you do to help other on the forum.
I have "Adobe DC" but the markup capabilities are limited and the windows "snipping tool" isn't near advanced enough.
Does anyone have suggestions for me for what I'm looking for? Some of these programs out their like "eCopy" can be very expensive and I don"t mind spending some money but I don't want it to break the bank account either.
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3 minutes ago, DzinEye said:
This should help...
It's our cattledog Ginger
Nice!
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1 hour ago, DzinEye said:
You sound a bit like the Dos Equis man there Joe. The most interesting man in the world...
Its hard to make out your picture. Is that a monkey on your back?
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51 minutes ago, DzinEye said:
You sound a bit like the Dos Equis man there Joe. The most interesting man in the world...
Interesting....
LOL
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1 hour ago, Kbird1 said:
Did you try breaking the lower railing and making it Post to Beam under the upper Balcony?
M.
Thank you for the direction. I might be able to work with that after a little more tweaking.
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I don't often have to do balconies over decks but when I do, I run into this problem of the post disappearing and the handrail post not working together. Is there a way to get this to work together or do I have to put in post and place the railing in between them?
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1 hour ago, robdyck said:
I do remember watching it after school when I was a kid. And of course, not offended, ever! I'm the one who actually called you old!
I'm offended!!
LOL
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8 minutes ago, DzinEye said:
Re-runs...
We have a lot of time for re-runs right now!
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12 minutes ago, robdyck said:
Well, I'm looking at your profile picture and I'd suggest I am indeed a young buck! But it is a matter of perspective. My life is currently right in the middle of a nice halftime show (I'm 42)!
Yes, you are young! "Sanford and Son" was a classic. It was one of my favorites
Hope I didn't offend you I was just kidding around
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2 hours ago, robdyck said:
You know, I actually find it quite funny when its someone else's problem!
Just coming up with this actor in his day reveals you must not be a young buck
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25 minutes ago, Chopsaw said:
Sorry I think i was thinking of beams, and maybe if did the roof with a 0 pitch even though I wanted some slope.
Symbols may be the way to go.
Have to go out for a few hours so I will try symbols when I get back. Haven't worked with symbols in a while so I have to check the help.
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3 minutes ago, DzinEye said:
Yep... I tried too. It doesn't seem to want to put rafter ends on the high side no matter what.
I may have to manually put the rafters in and turn off the rafters layer
Unless someone else has easier way another way.
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15 minutes ago, Chopsaw said:
I think you need two roof planes. I have done it for pergolas but you may run into issues on a real roof.
I tried to run a roof from the top down and putting a negative pitch but it recognized the lower portion as the eaves
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Anyone know how I can get a radius on both ends? Its not recognizing the top as rafter tails.
LOL
A new traing video...
in General Q & A
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I agree, I don't like down votes!
Down votes without an explanation of why they are down voting doesn't help. Please don't get discouraged because everyone's input is important to someone and I don't want to miss out on your opinion. Don't let the few mess it up for others.