Joe_Carrick

There's a formula for comfortable risers/treads:

• 2R+T = 24"-26"

I prefer to keep the risers < 7" and I adjust the treads so that the result of the formula = 25".

Generally my risers will be about 6.75" and the treads will be 11.5" but it really depends on the floor to floor height.

6 minutes ago, raltd9245 said:

I'm just an old dumb Architect. I can't figure how to get to my libs no that chief has decided to change things for the worse. HELP!!!

 

Since you must have SSA - call Support.

I use a timer for most things like this.  Periodically I clear the hash (don't like using arrays) and then allow all the macros to update the hash and sum the data.  Typically I set my timer to about 5 minutes so I'm not updating to often.  The macros just skip all processing until the timer has reached the update interval.

It's also possible to have a macro that's only displayed on demand to clear the hash.  That way you can display it only when you want to force an update.

I could be mistaken but I believe those also corresponded to the rapidograph pen sizes.

What forum did you post in and what was it about?

Spam typically get's deleted and things posted in the wrong forum might be moved to the correct forum.  Never post a question in the "Tips & Techniques" forum.

4 minutes ago, PhillipsPlans22 said:

Here is North Texas there not required on a residential project.

The IRC (CRC here in California) has a requirement for both seismic and wind loads.  Even if you don't need an Architect or Engineer there's still a lateral bracing requirement.

Personally, I've created a set of macros and symbols to meet the code requirements.

Try "Tools>Materials_List>Calculate Materials for all Floors".

The see if you can find that material (Description).

1 hour ago, someguy said:

How to you get a macro to reference a room to get a ceiling height to work? Does it only work in a label? 

I want to just use a text line and put it in a room and have it auto fill like the area does. 

Trying to wrap my head around how this works. 

If it's one of Chief's "Room Macros" then it will work in a text box placed in the room or with an arrow connecting to the room.  A custom macro must have a line that sets the context.

3 minutes ago, Derek_Hultenius said:

@Joe_Carrick How far south are you willing to come?

What do you need done?

What sort of project?

14 minutes ago, DBCooper said:

Clear as mud?

 

3 minutes ago, DBCooper said:

#2. The reference floor will be displayed using a layer set and you can use any layer set you want.  Just make sure the objects you want to see are turned on in the layer set you are using for your reference display.  So basically, you can control what shows up in your reference display just like you can control what shows up in your floor plan.

 

Also make sure the Reference Layer Set has the appropriate line styles and colors so they are differentiated from the main floor.

On 5/25/2023 at 11:27 AM, elementsdesign said:

Following! Definitely interested in a macro list. Will it include R.O. values?

 

Yes

I have all of my macro packages done but I still need to do the documentation.  I'm kind of swamped with projects right now but I'll try to get them all ready by the end of the month.

1 hour ago, DBCooper said:

Have any of you guys tried it?  Seems to work for me.

 

It will work if the objects are the same type, but if you select even one that isn't the same it doesn't work.  example:

• Garage Door
• Doorway

That doesn't work.

No, you can only modify one library symbol at a time.   It would be difficult for CA to provide for editing multiple objects due to the fact that they might not have the same set of parameters.

IAE, there's no setting for the Layer Set - only the Layer.  

11 minutes ago, CFaasDFCo said:

Thanks Joe, 1. which tvs are those 2.likes and dislikes about your setup 3.Why did you go this route? (no wrong answers here) 

See my signature.  Both screens are 55" 4K TVs.  I just like to be able to have text as large as possible to minimize the need to zoom in and out.

Note:  I've exchanged the  Logitech G13 for an Elgato StreamDeck XL.

I have all my secondary dialogs set to popup on the screen to the right.

9 minutes ago, Csecr0123 said:

I believe your solution is on the right track but lacking the interactive ability. This still makes it partially manual, but from what I have seen, I don't think there's an interactive call out that can be combined, just yet at least.  

Actually, for some callouts there is an interactive capability.  Chief has been making improvements in this area over the last few versions.  When this get's implemented it will I'm sure have such a feature.

Check my suggestion in this thread:

Elevation Callouts

It wouldn't hurt to post another suggestion referencing that thread

You have to either make that adjustment to the cooktop before inserting it into the cabinet.

Alternatively you can select the symbol itself.  In plan view select the cabinet then hit tab to get to the CAD Block Instance.

Open it and on the 3D panel you can adjust the origin offsets.

This is of course the procedure in X15.  Prior versions are slightly different.  Please edit your signature so we know what version you are using.

You need to adjust the y & z origin values of the 3D cooktop symbol.

I'm in San Marcos

Scott Hall is in Rancho Bernardo

Larry Hawes is in Vista

48 minutes ago, DBCooper said:

I think Joe means you could use a "polyline distribution region" because I don't think you can use a "material region" on a roof.

 

Correct.  I meant a "polyline distribution region".

For clarity I've modified my previous post.

Thanks DB

Set your tile symbol as "Flush Mounted" and use a "Polyline Distribution Region" with the tile repeated at the desired vertical and horizontal spacing.

You will need another symbol for the ridges on s 3D Molding Polyline.

try it