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    Yes it can be done, just setup two different Layersets for Letter and Arch D Sizes so each layer is specific to a Size as Alan mentioned However, I don't think it will half the work though if that's what you are hoping? In which case you maybe better off just Printing the Arch D layout for the Preview Version at 1/3 scale with a watermark saying "Not To Scale - Not for Construction" on it , and if needed have the Printer make it "Fit to page". ( if just sending PDFs out you could use 1/2 Scale to or Tabloid perhaps too) M.
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    It won't help you now I guess , but the Lighting in PBR in X15 is better and with the newly introduced Denoiser in X15, is a game changer (thankfully) it Cleans up Scenes very quickly of artifacts and Fireflies, you may even find CPU RT is no longer needed. M.
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    Make sure you also take a look at the Best Practices for the Paint Can Tool links above if you didn't already, for future Projects.... M.
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    Add the texture to your post above please..... I am curious and also export the material out of Chief and add the .calibz file too. M.
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    Not quite sure what the Issue is but if the Texture is not Offset , then you won't see an Offset in 3D Cameras....... See the link in the 2nd post, if what you have is a single Tile Image, to make your own Offset Tile Image.... Mick.
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    I am working with Tech Support on this, and they have a Developer involved, so I will post back soon, with the "Fix" when I have it. M.
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    It's the "Concentric Resize" Shortcut , they gave us about 4-5 versions ago when they change how Live Cameras work.... M.
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    Thanks Eric, I did not get that from Adrean's Post , so will find them as noted above instead. Mick.
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    For others who might like to make a Report to Tech. Support too, you need to copy the "Bad" Catalogue to your User Library 1st , then you can Export it , to send to Tech Support. ***** SEE THE NEXT POST BY Eric M.
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    Quick followup .............trying with some of the Manufacturer's Libraries and it seems if I don't delete the Old Catalogues 1st, Chief is unable to overwrite the existing Catalogues with the X14 downloads...... or the X15 downloads either, so I think I need to clean out my Library..... Mick.
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    Okay thanks for sticking with me here Adrean , I will work on this a bit and then send in a Report to TS.... Mick.
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    Yep, I just did the Bonus Barstools2 as you mentioned for a test and it worked , ie it updated to the X15 Version with a single Catalog Update from X14. So only 105 to go now , I suspect these are mostly older Catalogues I have had years and the IDs maybe messed up as you mentioned. *** Oh - I think you were talking about what to send to Tech. Support.... not this test.
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    thanks Adrean , let me give this a go now.... Mick. .
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    It's been like this since I updated to X15 , and I just assumed the Content Team was still playing catch up....... and I know from talking to my clients and other Users that I am not the only one with high numbers of Failed updates. So I need to export the whole Catalogue and them send them to TS? is that how to do it? thanks, Mick.
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    Yes, Never use the Paint Can tool on Exterior Walls you need to force the Materials back to "DEFAULT" , probably in the Default exterior Wall too.... this Post should help get you started.... https://chieftalk.chiefarchitect.com/topic/31850-paint-can-tool-material-painter-best-practices/?tab=comments#comment-250698 Oh, I see Chief has their own KB Article on this now too..... https://www.chiefarchitect.com/support/article/KB-00586/restoring-wall-materials-changed-using-the-material-painter.html Mick.
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    Ouch I've got trouble then, as today I am showing 106 Catalogues I thought Chief was still working on to bring X15 Versions out on , but you say only the CAD Blocks Library is left to do.... I am a long time User as you allude too , and always migrate forward , simply because Chief only allows us to Download Libraries individually and there are now over 450 of them... more on that List here : https://chieftalk.chiefarchitect.com/topic/31252-list-of-x14-currently-available-libraries-as-at-jan29th-2023/?tab=comments#comment-287801 So the Fix is to Delete all Libraries in the List and reinstall them from the X15 Catalogue? Mick.
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    STAIR ISSUE

    Kbird1 replied to BruceKC's topic in General Q & A

    I'm not sure what the issue(s) is to be honest and my guess is so is everyone else since many have viewed the Thread but there are no answers.... Are you using the Breakline Tab to see Stacked Stair Cases? M.
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    this is how it will work if you are using SPV's for Layout ie: D.Click a Working Plan in Layout and the Working SPV opens.... D.Click an Electrical Plan in Layout and the Electrical SPV opens.... D.Click a Framing Plan in Layout and the Framing SPV opens.... D.Click a Roof Plan in Layout and the Roof SPV opens.... etc, etc. Mick
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    As far as I know there is nothing to "fix" , the list is really just X14 Libraries yo have installed ( and can use) that there is no equivalent X15 Library to Update with yet. Maybe Chief will comment ? @Chief_Content M.
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    I forgot that Chief also has Substance Player and might be worth checking out too.
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    Re : Open the Wall Specification dbx>Structure>Framing>Stagger Multiple Framing Layers. It's usually on by default , unless that changed in X15? M.
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    It would be best if you can't measure the Wall and Ceiling Heights yourself ? then have the person who sent the Pictures do it for you perhaps otherwise it will be very difficult to get right. For example...............
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    For a Long time now , mostly due to the Speed Issues with Live Cameras, I have just keep Camera's Saved in the PB with "Don't Move" in the Name, which I just open and resend to layout ( as an Image) before Sending a New PDF Set out to Clients. It's a pity these camera's can't be Auto Linked like the Live Cameras which would be Ideal for me at least. M.
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    You'd be best to post a sample Plan, as there is no way to tell what is wrong with your Materials otherwise. You could also have a look at this Post of mine on making Tile ( 12x24 with 1/3 offset actually) pretty simply just using Window's Built in "Paint" Program. https://chieftalk.chiefarchitect.com/topic/24813-how-to-make-a-screen-grab-of-a-tile-into-a-tile-material-in-chief /?tab=comments#comment-200824 M.
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    Rob's Method should work, but Furred Walls, especially on a Full House, can be problematic due to the way they join at intersections and Corners, so depending on the situation? I'd probably copy the existing Ext. Wall Definition and then add the new Layers to it and define the layers etc so the Existing Wall stays where it is if need ( ie. inner Framing location remains the same.) Mick.