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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!

Thanks Michael. And when placing it in the plan, how do I ensure I click at 0,0?

I've got some ceiling trim that requires several compound angles. I have exported my model out as .DAE and opened in another app where I created this trim. Now I want to bring it back into Chief, but in the same world position so that I don't have to spend time placing it exactly where I want it. Is this possible upon import? Thanks, Kevin

Thanks Mark. Good idea.

Thanks Chop. Yes, I guess importing into blank CAD or even a new plan would work. I thought there might be a way to zoom in on selected - would save time. Kevin

I've got a really busy floor plan. When I import some DWG files to use as moldings, I can't always see where Chief has placed them upon import. I'm assuming they come in at the 0,0 origin, but I don't always know where that is... Is there a way to zoom into these newly imported, selected CAD segments? If not, what is the easiest way to find them? Is there a master objects list hidden somewhere in Chief? Thanks, Kevin

Thank you Michael for the workaround. I will get it reported. Kevin

Thanks Mark. Very Clever!

Hey Chop - I didn't realize this was already a known issue.

Steve - you're right. It does look good enough for the 3D, but I need to spec this hood for the shop to include the miters. I guess I can just fix it in a CAD detail. Thanks again for your input!

Thanks Steve - that is exactly what I described above (although not too well). It won't move into the exact position. The arrow in the 2nd image is pointing to this CAD line in elevation view. Attached is a simplified .plan file. Could it have something to do with the fact that it's a symbol that I'm trying to move? test.zip

I'm creating a custom hood and have created a framed face from a base cabinet. I then converted this face into a symbol and rotated it as necessary. In an elevation view, I am attempting to place it, however, I am only able to move the symbol in 1/16" increments. I cannot therefore get the symbol exactly where I need it (about 1/32" away). As there is no snapping point where I need one, I created a CAD Detail from View and drew a segment from the origin point to where I need it to move. I then copy-paste (hold position) the segment into the elevation. I thought this would solve my problem, but it still won't let me snap exactly where I want it. Can someone please advise me on moving an object precisely where I want it without having to adhere to the 1/16" accuracy standard? Thanks!

Thanks Eric. Very helpful!

Thanks Rob. Appreciate the feedback. I ended up making several symbols with different miter combos. I can now use them whenever I want from the library. I hadn't gotten around to the floors yet!

Thanks Mike. Yes, I suppose they take some getting used to.

Thanks Michael. Yes, I actually created several symbols with various miter combinations. This made it easy to snap the various parts in place.

I've got a shower enclosure that I want to trim with a metal channel – see first image. I can draw segments 1 and 2, but run into problems when attempting to draw 3 from another elevation. I can get a third segment started, but where it ends up is anyone’s guess. Is this tool even designed to draw in 3 axes? If so, what is the process by which I go about doing it? Thanks, Kevin

That's great. Thanks Dermot. I overlooked that one! Kevin