Joe_Carrick

I have the Dimension Defaults set to dimension to the Main Layer. But Auto Exterior Dimensions are being created to the outside edge of the Brick Ledge. I tried moving the Extension Line to the inside of the Brick Ledge but can't snap to that line. This is not what I want. I like my Foundation dimensions to match the Floor Plan dimensions. If I wanted the outside of the Brick Ledge I would have specified the dimensions to be the "Surfaces" instead of the "Wall Dimension Layer"

IMO Chief has it right in X10. Any special conditions beyond that should be up to you to detail with CAD.

Chief uses json files to store "Ruby Script Files". Not knowing what that particular file is or where it came from I would be reluctant to download or save it. I definitely would not be inclined to import it using Text Macro Management as it could contain a malicious script. OTOH, you could call Tech Support and ask them if they know what that file is?

Basically, the rules are: Floor Structure is everything above the Rough Ceiling Height Floor Finish is everything above the Floor Structure Ceiling Structure is everything below the Floor Structure (or Roof Structure if there's no floor above) Ceiling Finish is everything below the Ceiling Structure These things can be set in Defaults -> Floor/Ceiling Platform before creating rooms and can also be changed on an Individual Room Basis. For the 1st Floor, it will depend on the type of foundation and if you have a slab or framed floor. Upper Floors will need to be specified with framing depths as needed. In some cases Chief may ignore the Ceiling Structure if there's a Floor or Roof above, so in those cases you need to put anything extra in the Ceiling Finish. Note that Ceilings will frame so this is a better way of creating a "Furred Down Ceiling" than using Soffits.

There can only be one Window Schedule in the Plan File. You may have one in a CAD Detail - which is my preference because I can then send it to any desired Layout page. If there is more than one Window Schedule in the Plan then you will get an extra label. It is possible to use a second Schedule but you have to uncheck the box "Use Callout for Label" in one of them. I do this in order to create a "Window Type Legend".

Paul, All of those things are up to you to specify as you build the ramps. Chief doesn't automatically create ADA ramps.

You have 2 choices Display the cabinet in 3D and "Convert to Symbol" - Cabinet Block it and then specify that the Architectural Block should be treated as a Cabinet in the Cabinet Schedule.

I'm thinking it will probably just require an energy heel truss with a short 2x12 flat nailed to the side of the tails at the eaves. I'll need to determine the exact height of the energy tail since the 2x12 rafters will have a birds-mouth cut bearing on 2x6 top plates. (4: 12 pitch). The rake detail will have to be 2x12 framing anyway.

The Sub Fascia will be 2x12 and the soffit will be stucco. I'm not sure what I'm going to use for the finish Fascia but it will probably be built up of 2-3 pieces.

I have a project where most of the roof will be 2x12 framing but there are some parts that I want to frame with trusses. Ideally, all walls will be 9' plate height and the fascia's will match. It's basically a Gable roof design with 2x12 rafters and fascias. But where trusses are used they will have 2x6 top chords. What method would you use to get the 2x12 tails for the trusses? If anyone has a detail covering this condition it would be greatly appreciated.

Try setting the Block's linestyle to: The Blank Line The Dash Line I'm not positive that this will solve your problem but one of them might. I think the Block's linestyle is simply overwriting the dashed line.

Happy Birthday Scott. Only 2 more years to the big 60 but I'll still be 18 years older.

X10 Professional has that capability.

Richard, PM me. I have such a set of symbols that can be used with Distribution Regions and Molding PLines.

Bad idea at that location.

Alan, I find this happens sometimes when Windows and Doors are mulled together. Try making the windows on either side of the Door from non-opening doors.

With X10, you can name the "Saved Plan Views". No longer do you need to be concerned with "Floor Level" (should be called "Plan Level") - which is not the same as the "Floor Name". The following works for me: Level 0 = Foundation Plan Level 1 = Basement Level 2 = 1st Floor Plan Level 3 = 2nd Floor Plan ...etc. Attic = Roof Plan or, if there isn't a Basement Level 0 = Foundation Plan Level 1 = 1st Floor Plan Level 2 = 2nd Floor Plan ...etc. Attic = Roof Plan Whatever you name the "Saved Plan Views" in the Project Browser is what the %view.name% macro will use.

Larry, You can expand the Plan Views in the Project Browser and hilite the views you want displayed - then right click and "Open All".

Not that I know of - but it would be a nice feature.

Didn't you notice that its only valid for X10 and above? It needs things that don't exist in prior versions of Chief.

I like my Plan Title Blocks to be consistent (same location on all plan views) and to include a scale indication. So I came up with a CAD Block that when placed in a plan view will automatically display the correct view and scale. It gets the Plan Name from the Project Browser and the scale from the Layer Set Name You just need to include the scale in the Layer Set Name (1/8, 1/4, 1/2, etc.) to get the text scale to display correctly. The Graphic Scale will be correct regardless. Plan Name & Scale Block - X10.calibz

While Ruby isn't too difficult to learn, it takes some time - probably too much for the average Chief user. Just figure out what you need and have me or Michael provide you with the needed functionality. Some things aren't possible for a variety of reasons, but most things are and since we've either done them or something similar it's not too difficult to accommodate your needs. Neither of us want to do this free - but the fee we charge is way less than your time is worth.

I just set it up in Defaults. But you have to coordinate that with the door and window heights and the ceiling heights so that it all works.

Here is my PLAN NAME & SCALE BLOCK - X10 for Plan View Titles. If the Layer Set Name includes the scale, the text scale in the title will be correct. Otherwise, it will display as "SCALE: 1" = 1'-0" The Graphic Scale will always be correct as long as the Block has not been resized. Once placed in a Plan, it can be displayed in any Layer Set just by making sure the "Text, Plan Name" layer is displayed. Plan Name & Scale Block - X10.calibz

The way I use the LINK is to directly open a text file or web page in the appropriate app. This allows me to edit the text file or copy/paste from the web as needed. It's really just a way to access data from another source. It doesn't directly put that data in the text box. However, since I use macros to read text files and then use the contents - the LINK allows me to modify the contents of those files which results in the macros being able to instantly update with the modified file content. With a web page, I can get installation instructions, specs, etc from the product and paste that into my plan (CAD Detail Window)