Joe_Carrick

Makes sense. I guess I just need to determine which outlet is supposed to be switched (top or bottom of the inverted duplex)

Around here, when when an outlet is switched it's "upside-down" so that the resident can tell that outlet is switched. But I think it's usually both of the outlets, not just one of them so it wouldn't be "Split Wired" - just a standard duplex upside down.

Actually, if the Layout isn't open you should be able to use "Save As" for your Plan without it effecting the Layout(s). AFAIK, only the Layout knows what the linked files are. I don't think it's a 2-way street. Best would be to try it with a dummy Layout and Plan to see what happens.

Use Windows Explorer to copy to another folder and then rename that copy.

BTW Patrick, You really should create a separate thread in Q&A for separate subjects. It's much better if the thread is consistent with the original title.

You need to "Blend Color with Texture". IOW, don't select a different Material. BTW, Chief's Barrel Tile Material is just a visual texture, not a true 3D Barrel Tile. Creating a roof with 3D Barrel Tiles requires actual 3D symbols and distribution areas and paths. It's a whole different ballgame.

Yes. You just edit the material definition. You can either copy the material to a new name and change the color - or just change the color of the material without copying it.

Joey, You really should study using "Saved Plan Views" with "Reference Levels". Having only the Foundation on Level 0 keeps it separate from the Basement Walls, Doors, Windows, etc. I do a lot of homes in Southern California on sloped lots. Many times those are "Split Level" as well and having separate Levels for the Foundation and the Basement makes it much easier. Chief has evolved a lot in the past several versions and getting away from some of the ways we used to work by taking advantage of new capabilities just makes sense.

You really should have posted this in the Q&A Forum. Tips and Techniques is where you show your tips on how to do something. IAE, If you just reserve Level 0 for the Foundation and then use Level 1 for the Basement it will be a lot easier. Floor Levels in Chief shouldn't be confused with Floor Names. For a Building with a Basement: Level 0 = Foundation Plan Level 1 = Basement Plan Level 2 = First Floor Plan or Main Floor Plan Level 3 = Second Floor Plan Without a Basement Level 0 = Foundation Plan Level 1 = First Floor Plan or Main Floor Plan Level 2 = Second Floor Plan The Floors can be named in the Project Browser.

Recognizing the CA version 10 is about 13 years old - I'm surprised that it can import a current DWG file at all. I would expect that the format of DWG files has changed substantially over that length of time. At the very least, a lot of current content wouldn't be able to be accurately imported.

Chief already has a provision for specifying the Sill Profile.

It would be great if Chief simply made it possible to "Show Bearings Inverted" on a per segment basis. Maybe it's time to submit a "Feature Request.

Try a "Wall Schedule".

Kate, Is the headboard currently wider than the rest of the bed? If so, you can just Place stretch planes on each side of the bed so they are just intersecting the headboard Do not check the Stretch Zone box When you place and resize the symbol you will need to open an select "Create CAD Block"

My client is wanting a 2 story 20'x26' (split level access from upper and lower pads). I'm planning on a 100 amp 220v panel with main disconnect. Ultimately the lower level will be for equipment storage and the upper level will be a workshop.

Does an Accessory Structure such as an Equipment Storage Building have to be provided with electricity?

Patrick, What are you actually trying to do? What information do you want to add to a Schedule and what would it look like?

Just be aware that precast panels are typically custom per job. You would need an engineer to design them in any event and Chief doesn't do the detailing of rebar, etc. From a design standpoint there are several ways of representing them in Chief. One way is to just use a concrete wall and add joints. Another way would be to use a "transparent wall" and place solid panels within the confines of those walls. However, as I stated above the engineering details are not going to be automatic. Have you actually seen a "Professionally Drawn Library" of precast concrete panels?

Set the Arch to "Dog Ear". The adjust the size as needed.

I think it's a setting "Roof Cuts Wall at Bottom" or similar. You will likely need to frame the walls also to get it to work correctly. I don't have time to study it right now but maybe someone else will chime in.

Obviously, you can use (2) 180 degree curverd walls to complete the circle. Can you explain how they are "messing you up"?

Select the mulled unit and then "Tab" until you have the door. You can then edit it to remove the Sill.

You will need to "TAB" to the "Door".

It's pretty much trial and error. I would do it as follows: Make sure the two side-lights are exactly the same height as the door Mull those three together - maybe without casings Make sure the transom is exactly the same width as the result from step 2 Mull those two together - again, maybe without casings Add Casings to the final mulled unit Basically, I don't like the way Chief handles mulled units with casing on individual parts. I find it's usually better to just add the casings, etc to the final mulled object.

Why not just apply that pic as the material for an jack outlet. It's really not necessary to completely model the outlet.