Joe_Carrick

Your Floor/Ceiling Defaults indicate a separate Ceiling Structure. Eliminate that and the ceiling finish will just be attached to the Floor Joists. Just edit the Ceiling Structure (Delete the Ceiling Framing) and all should be good. Other Framing Details can be adjusted in the Framing Defaults.

Without your plan file we can't tell what you've done as far as floor and framing defaults. Please post the plan file.

FWIW, using macros in Chief (particularly in Schedules) requires some very careful consideration of the source data. Macros that may work for an Object may not work for inclusion in a Schedule that includes that Object. I encountered that problem when creating my "Braced Wall Lines & Panels" system. I had to completely revamp my approach. One thing you could try is opening and closing the Schedule. The rows might update when you do that.

It can be done in X18 with a 3D Siding Profile. Since you're using X16 I don't know a simple way to do it.

I'm still using the Rich Text (library object) to place in a room. My library object has macros for as much info as I want and is formatted as per my standards. It allows the user to position as needed as well as being able to use an arrow to smaller rooms. Until Chief makes room labels rich text I will continue to use my Rich Text Library objects for room labeling. The current implementation of room labels just doesn't work for me - at least not for the final ConDocs.

I also like the new space planner, but I would really like to be able to revert an existing plan to a "Space Planner" configuration. It would be great to switch back and forth between them One problem I've noted is that if a particular "Space Planner" room type isn't in the default room types: When Build House is selected the room doesn't retain the type. Under those circumstances I think Chief needs to automatically add that room type to the defaults.

Most likely you selected a room, not a wall. That appears to be the room dialog structural panel.

To reiterate: A Tray Ceiling can be recessed into a Ceiling A Tray Ceiling can not be recessed into a Floor Structure. If the Floor Platform includes a ceiling structure such as: Floor Sheating Floor Joists (ie: floor framing) Air Gap Ceiling Joists Drywall then the Tray Ceiling can be recessed up to the Floor Joists but not more than that. ai

Try changing the floor structure to not include the ceiling structure. Then add a ceiling plane. IOW, make the floor and ceiling as sparate objects.

Arrow style is also desired. Slash filled dot etc

Often we dimension to the centerline of interior walls. There should be an option for that and also notation of C/L

This is one of the reasons I don't post most of my macros. AI will violate my copyright without my permission. I suspect it's also capable of getting data from emails and/or text - but in any event, these forums are not safe from AI.

Anyone interested in my HP Designjet T120 can have it for just $150.00 It was used for only about 125 24"x36" sheets. I just don't need it any more and will be moving in a few months. You will just need to pick it up at my home in San Marcos (North San Diego County)

I believe there are 2 different downloads, 1 for laptops & 1 for desktops. May also be different for 4060 & 4070. Are you sure you got the right one for each machine?

IMO it would be a good idea for Chief to provide this with their Pro version to users. A lot of speed issues and complaints could be avoided.

I just installed the trial version from SoftPerfect. I can confirm it's really fast. I'm not using Chief's Project Mode but loading a large Layout and Plan is about 5 times faster. Library searches are also pretty fast. I'll definetly be purchasing a license.

I downloaded the Studio version for my Geforce RTX 4060 and it's working perfectly.

The definition of a "Mulled Unit". https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-window-mulling.htm?msockid=27e915c4e5f4699818490258e4336886 I realize that in Chief it's possible to do it the way you are but I prefer to do it the way it will be framed and built as separate windows.. Sometimes a combination of SideLite(s) and a Door will be provided as a single "Mulled Unit" by a manufacturer. It will be installed within a single rough opening in a wall.

Hi Steve, "Mulled Windows" should only be used if they are going to be provided by the manufacturer as a single object to be installed in one rough opening. What you show in your pic would be six single windows (aligned but not mulled)

If for buy list it shoud be rounded up to the nearest 2 feet - easy to do

%length.to_ft.ceil%' but you really should tell them what size & type members: I-Joists - size and # Lumber - nominal size, material, pressure treated Steel Channels etc That's all automatic with my macros. It even indicates if they need to be "PT" (pressure treated).

Don't remember exactly. Call tech support - they can walk you thru it.

So just 11'-7 1/2" I can add another macro at no additional cost to you. What do you want as the lowest denominator?

Something like this? 2-1/2" x 11-1/4" x 20'-6-1/8" [TJI-230] Floor Joist for lumber the values would be nominal Framing Label macro package price $75.00

That's exactly what I've done. I sell my system for $125. It's guaranteed to work for all 1,2 & 3 section stairs, landings & ramps. It even works on spiral stairs.