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Correct. I created the 2D Block with dashed lines, but it reverts to solid once in the oven cabinet.

Thanks Michael. I figured it out. One more question, Is it possible to have the 2d block shown inside the oven cabinet (in plan view) to be a dashed line where it is actually inside the cabinet? Kevin

Thanks guys. I know how to customize the 2d block by using "CAD Block Management" > Insert, but how do I change the bounding box?

Same results. Attached is the .plan file and the 3D symbol. INSET OVEN PLAN.plan INSET OVEN SYMBOL.calibz

Tommy - already did that. I created the 3D symbol myself and modified the 2D block to clean it up. The symbol is already offset in Y to ensure it flushes out with the cabinet; however, the block does not follow and I see no way to offset it independently. There's got to be a workaround for this.

Sorry, I don't follow. I have already changed the origins of my 3D symbol and it works perfectly in 3D views. The plan view is the problem where the oven handles don't project beyond the cabinet face frame. I can find no such control to "Edit 3D Symbol". Do you mean "Open Object" or "Open Symbol"? Thanks again.

I've created a Wolf Double Oven to be installed flush inset into an oven cabinet. The face of the oven doors is to be flush with the cabinet frame - obviously the handles project beyond the cabinet frame. The 3D symbol works great, but the 2D block in plan view is wrong. I've looked around this morning for a solution and found a thread by Joe Carrick which closely resembles the issue, but saw no solution. Is there a workaround for this? Thanks.

Eric - I didn't get that error message the first time, but did after restarting. That worked. Thanks.

I've created a recessed toilet paper holder for a client that is to go in the lower section of a pony wall (below shower glass) - see attached. The new symbol (also attached) works fine on a standard wall, but not on a pony wall. I've even tried using a wall niche to give me the cut-out, but no luck there either. Anyone got any ideas on how I do this? Thanks, Kevin Recessed Toilet Paper Holder.calibz

Thanks Eric!

I've got a vanity mirror that wraps along the back wall and two sides - see attached. The mirror material will only reflect once - more than that I get a gray color. I'm guessing this single reflection is all that's possible unless I raytrace? Even still, is there a way to change the gray color to something else - like say white? Thanks, Kevin

Thank you Eric!

Thanks Mark. This looks like precisely what I need. I appreciate the file - will study tonight.

Eric - are you using jambs or a frame to define the glass area with no sash on the window or have you removed the frame and altered the sash to define the frame? How did you get the offset window to "share" a common frame with the sidelight? This is what I have been unable to do. Kevin

Looks good Gene. This is what I am hoping to do.

It's set to "0". Still giving me problems. I think I can model it to more closely resemble the unit outside of Chief.

Thanks Michael. I'll try importing as fixture and adjust the cut-out. Kevin

Thanks Joe. I will take a look.

Thanks Ryan. I have done everything you suggestion including the window level to 1. Just like in your example, I get a double frame between the door section and the offset window. I know that it doesn't have to be perfect, but I'd like to to more closely resemble what's there. Kevin

I've got a store front with commercial windows, door, and sidelights - see attached. I have tried mulling these units together with no success - creates a real mess with the wall layers. I could easily model this configuration in another app and bring into Chief as a symbol, but not sure what to bring it in as. If I opt for window type, I won't need casings, jambs, etc, added to the symbol. Further, my first attempts would not let me get away with the non-rectangular cut-out. What is the best way to go about this? Thanks, Kevin

Thanks Michael. I have checked that the origins are the same in both programs and it still doesn't align correctly in Chief. X aligns just fine, but Y and Z are off. It really isn't a big deal to move though. Good to know that I can correct the 2D symbol using the offsets. Kevin

Hi Mark. That is a good idea. I could choose a segment that fits neatly in the corner of a room. The 2D symbols not aligning with the 3D objects is a deal breaker for me to want to use this method in the future though... Thanks for you input. Kevin

That's crazy. It still doesn't align in the 3D view. Have tried various import formats. I was able to move it by gauging distances in elevation view. Guess it will have to do for now. Appreciate the help.

Michael - I can get the symbol built with the offset origin - first image, But when I place it in the plan view the origin is reset to center by the bounding box - second image. When I try to move to absolute 0,0,0 - it ignores the offset origin. What step am I missing here? Thanks!

Thanks again!