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From what I can tell, the most recent driver for GeForce RTX 3080 is 511.65. Where did you find 511.72 or are you just messing with us?! I've got Nahimic permanently stopped.

I recently installed the latest Nvidia driver and now I get frequent crashes even in using section views with Vector technique. Still trying to figure out how to make this stop! If I do, I'll post my solution.

Reflections are possible, it's a matter of material definition and lighting. The reflections ares improved if using Real Time Raytracing. Can you post a plan file?

@SNestorNice explanation Steve!

You can add anything you want to your foundation walls (or almost any other object) using the Components tab. They won't be 3d objects but they will be included in a materials list.

@Alaskan_Son@MoeGia Thank-you both for your advice and suggestions. You're input is appreciated!

You need to post the plan so someone can review the settings within that plan file. Is that something you can do?

I'm not sure if it's at all helpful but for a series of lights, like recessed lights, I'll place the the outer 2 accurately, then copy one using point-to-point in sticky mode. Then, I'll select all those lights and use the Align/Distribute Objects tool to align and evenly space them. I'll repeat that process with the entire lined group of lights in the other direction to create a grid. And the Reflect About Object is my other major go-to tool for multiple light placement.

The technique would vary slightly depending on the type of view. Are you wanting to show them in a cross section view for con docs or in a 3d view, just to visualize?

It's not a frowny face, it's simply a sad face because all available options create a fair amount of additional work and deadlines loom. It's not directed at Chief or at any individual, simply at the reality of the situation.

Use material regions. It will probably end up being faster then constantly editing the material patterns.

One of the 'hassles' of CAD details, or images, is losing the Edge Line Defaults and Pattern Line Defaults. For proper appearance, every material then needs to be edited to replicate the pattern line defaults from layout. A hassle when there are plenty of changes.

I have not. Do you have any idea (from a programming standpoint) if it would be possible or relatively simple to allow section or elevation views to rotate?

@Alaskan_Son Ahh, now I know what you mean. Rotate the plan....I like it! Changed my mind. I'm in too deep with all the other pages. Half the work of some of these plans is getting stuff to fit on the pages. Which is why I HATE 11x17 sheets and 1/8" scale plans!!

I don't think so. The page is portrait, 17 pages. The plan is quite long, but relatively narrow. The right and left are the troubles. They no longer fit because of a change that was made to increase the depth of the garage. Plan Layout Right Elevation: Front / rear:

I'm re-visiting this topic in hopes that someone can provide a simple solution that I'm not aware of. I'm limited to 11x17 sheets and I need to rotate the left and right elevation views. The client makes too many changes so using CAD details will be labor intensive. Help? Please?

In similar scenarios I've specified a smooth sand finish stucco. Seems like the most flexible and practical way. A light sand texture will appear smooth from a normal viewing distance and avoids multiple joints, as well as the potential for buckling and precision of custom metal panels.

Yes, that does have some pros and cons, but you are correct.

You could use a ramp for the center railing or you could make a copy of that stair and reduce it's width. This will also require a break in the railing and you'll probably need to enter the heights manually. It's all $#!+

That's interesting. I received the email about contacting Sales regarding long term purchasing. So I responded accordingly by email and phone mentioning that and they responded only offering to help me with my annual renewal.

I use this type of setup in every home and they are just terrible to deal with in Chief. If you get lucky, the only manual part you'll need to place is the newel post. Most times, the entire railing will need to be modeled manually. The only solution I've found is practice. It doesn't take that long once you know exactly what you need to do. I use millwork, 3d moldings, p-solids. Also, a separate layer for some components just for 3d display (not plan view con docs). And some CAD work for plan view con docs. The rail on pony wall setup is not a very sharp tool.

Chief X13 is a very costly version!

Keep in mind that not all trim / extend functions work the same. Using a CAD line versus another framing member to perform the trim / extend operation will give you different results. Some will generate a bevel, while others will keep a square cut. To miter two pieces, make sure they are short from the connection before using the miter tool.

Joists are usually specified using text in combination with a double-headed arrow that indicates the joist direction. One example:

I'm not sure you're allowed to say that. A few things that have helped me reduce the number of crashes: switch all camera defaults to Vector technique. turn off the library preview panel adjust material default preview to vector view. Only use PBR or Standard technique in a saved camera. Save the file before opening any camera that is using anything other than the Vector technique.