Joe_Carrick

Hi Tyler, For my room labels I'm still using "Rich Text" that I've stored in the Library. This allows me to have different text styles & sizes on each line of the label. I have several different RTB's that cover the area, dimensions, ceiling height, etc depending on the room types. I currently have to manually place these in each room. It doesn't take too much time but having it automatic would definitely be an improvement. It would be great if there was an option in the defaults for each room to use a "named library object". IOW, in the "Room Label" defaults and in the "Room Specification Label" have this: Label Content Automatic Label Specify Label Label Source (library object) This would also need to be in the "Room Types" defaults so each room type could be different. Mainly I'm interested simply to get the automatic placement in the room(s), but I might also want to vary other parameters such as layer or color. I would think this could be fairly simple to program - just the source of the label to be used.

Why not put them in the User Library? Another option would be Text Macros.

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Here's my Site Area Analysis updated for X18. It's completely based on Polylines using named Layers and on the Materials assigned to them. There's a Library Rich Text Box that includes all the macros required. But I also include a json file so you can import it into Text Macrdo Management. There's also a Plan that demonstrates how to set up your saved Plan View Price is just $250 for the entire package.

OK, so in a Standard Render you can't turn an individual pattern Off. So if I want to use a Standard Render and not have a particular pattern not displayed I have to actually make the material have "No Pattern". Some materials like stacked stone can get pretty complex patterns with a lot of lines. It would seem Chief could make that toggle work for Standard Renders.

Can anyone tell me where and/or when this option will be available? I have some materials that have a pattern - but sometimes I want the pattern to show in a 3D view (Standard Render) and sometimes I don't. I have been unable to see any case where this tool is available, either in the Menu or in the Edit Toolbar.

Do you have trouble keeping these things coordinated? If so, I can set up your Layout(s) & Plan(s) so they are always automatically correct. It's a simple foolproof system generally set up in the Templates but can easily be added to existing Projects. Callouts and Labels of Layout Boxes will be automatically created in a consistent format. Plan Views -> Floor # Elevations -> Letter(s) of facing direction. Sections -> Cross Section Letter CAD Details -> Numbered by position on the Layout Page (column and row) Callouts referencing Details, Elevations and Cross Sections in the Plan will automatically refer to the corresponding items in the Layout. If you want this so you avoid embarrassing errors - just send me a Private Message or contact me at: (760) 604-0645 -or- joe.carrick@dslextreme.com

I'm available to provide complete plans. As a licensed California Architect with over 15 years of experience using Chief Architect, I am able to provide plans and engineering (including structural) to California requirements. I have extensive macros and labeling to make my plans accurate and easy to read. PM me with your requirements and I'll provide examples and prices.

I've been asking to have this tool remember its size, location & panel sizes for at least a decade. Now in X18 I find it has been done. Thank you Chief !!!

Perry, Uninstall LOGI Options Turn on automatic scrolling

So here's what I did: Uninstalled LOGI Options Opened Chief Selected a Rich Text Box Clicked on a grip Everything works as it should I am hoping there's no other problems due to not having the option for the Logitec Mouse.

I'm not sure how to uninstall that.

Rene, Are you saying the problem exists with the 3D connexxion mouse too? So it's not just Logitec? If that's true then it is more likely Chief that's at fault.

Brian, Isn't it interesting that the "Automatic Scrolling" setting in Preferences being on vs off makes a difference? That indicates to me that something in Chief's software just isn't compatible with the mouse driver.

We keep finding problems to report - which is I understand holding up the official release of X18

Yes, I reported it to Brian. Here's what I told him: Yes, a corded mouse works. Perry suggested that I should turn off automatic scrolling in Preferences. I did that and the Logitec mouse worked correctly as well. The only problem is the loss of the X18 drag & scroll feature. So evidently there' something in the automatic scrolling code that messes with the logitec mouse software. Hopefully one of Chief's software engineers can figure out a fix.

Thanks Perry. That's the key. However, it also turns off the X18 sceen scrolling when dragging.

Doesn't appear to make any difference. The problem for me is only occurring in Chief. It's just the left mouse button The right mouse button works correctly. I submitted a ticket with support. My mouse is a Logitec M185 wireless with a new battery.

Ed, when in TMM you can highlite a set of macros and export them. The named exported file (.json) will be placed in the current Chief Data, Scripts folder but you can actually create sub-folders within that. If you don't select any macros then the entire set will be exported. That's one way to organize but TMM is just alpha-numeric of the currently installed macros in Plan or Layout.

I've been noticing recently that when I select an object with a left mouse click and try to move that object often it immediately opens the object's dbx. Is anyone else having this issue? What could cause this and how do I fix it?

The only way to organize macros in TMM is alphabetical. Objects with embedded macros that are stored in the library will automatically be added when they are placed in a plan. It's notable that the Layout and Plan have separate sets of macros. Some macros will work in both but it's best to keep separate sets.

I still think it's either the OS or an App that's doing it. I seriously doubt it's Chief.

I think that's a new feature of the latest Windows 11 update.

When adjusting the values you should note that a 30 degree riser should result in a Rise Angle of 45 degrees. That will make it easier to set the overhang (about 4" for a 7" riser height.)

Yes, but it's a little tricky. Specify tread detph as 8.5" (General) Specify tread overhang as 3 (Style) Specify "Open Risers" (Style) You might need to adjust those dimensions a bit but it will essentially make the stairs steeper while maintaining a total tread depth of 11.5". I You can play with those values as needed. Assuming you will need a maximum length of about 84" (or 77" with a landing at the bottom) adjusting the numbers for treads, riser heights, top and bottom heights, etc will all have an effect.