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I think that's kind of the idea. Unfortunately the const. lines stop walls on their finished layer (instead of the MAIN LAYER) which kind of defeats the purpose of using the const. line in the first place. For interior items it'd probably be best to use a layer set with those lines turned off. That's what I do, anyhow.

you can just type the math into the field. "109.125+43"

Other way around...it is the attic walls that change. They auto build to fill the space between the ceiling and the roof. A simplified explanation.

Generally speaking...for each instance, the roof baseline should be aligned with the outside of the exterior wall and the baseline should be the desired heel height above the ceiling elevation. For example, a 109 1/8" ceiling would result in a roof baseline elevation of 152 1/8", for the 43" energy heel.

It's the automatic label and the type code 3040 reads as "3 - oh - 4 - oh" and means 3'-0" x 4'-0" (width is always first). DC means "double casement". What would you like to change?

I paid this fella @Alaskan_Son to write some gibberish on the back of a digital napkin and somehow it saves me time and makes my plan look better. Scientology...go figure, but it works! I'd get in touch with him if I were you!

interior trim category

You will need to use a number formatting macro for each one of those objects. The macro can be placed in one of the available fields in the Object Information panel of the dialog box. Keep in mind you can create Custom Object Fields, and if so, remember to include that field in the schedule. This process can be made part of the default settings for some framing objects, but not all (ie: wall framing).

For trusses like that I would use 3d moldings in an elevation view. The wood-grain texture will then be correct on all sides. I'd create one on a layer just for working / editing, then copy it and create a symbol to replicate. Then, if / when the client requests some changes to the profile, simply delete the symbols, make edits to the working version, then repeat the symbol process.

Recently, I have found that using roof trusses may cause extreme lag, as well as automatic roof framing. Especially bad if those 2 are combined, and of course it depends on the complexity. I'd be willing to examine your plan file to see if I can find the issue...especially seeing as I have not yet installed the newest update. It's sitting in downloads and now you've got me nervous!

As the library grows, more organization may be helpful. Sounds like an opportunity for a formal feature request.

Separate schedule for each floor & reduce the width of the 2D Symbol column.

Yes. Add and place the knob, then in a camera view with nothing else displayed, use the "Convert to Symbol" tool. Or, in plan view, marquee select the table and the knob, then use the "Convert Selected to Symbol" tool.

It won't work to make an automated dimension default for that unless it is a foundation plan with no other openings. Otherwise you'll just end up doing more editing, not less. The only logical way this would work is if the control was in the garage door default dialog. I've done exactly what you were talking about. I copied a dimension type and renamed it to FDN Dimensions, adjusted it's locate settings and assigned it to it's own layer.

Plan View: show floor and ceiling elevations using markers. Elevation views: Wall heights. Otherwise, you can use this: %room.height.ceiling%

I've made some edits and additions to Joey's list to suit my needs. It is a library text item, all defaults for standard text. I have this in a spreadsheet and have sorted it alphabetically in the abbreviation column (I'd recommend this to others as abbreviations are probably an ongoing work in progress). Thanks @joey_martin ABVLIST.calibz

Post. Gotta love that the Object Eyedropper works on posts.

Would I be correct in assuming it's a pretty complex macro to get the 2nd digit to display as superscript?

If that was meant for me, then yes, I am.

You have stated the problem right here and the answer couldn't be more clear!

It may be in your best interest (financially) to go straight to a structural engineer seeing as one will be required for this project anyways. There are elements of your design that are outside the scope of the building code which automatically triggers the requirement for structural engineering. Or perhaps you are open to re-thinking portions of your design. If and once you have hired a competent designer, they will immediately address those items with you.

I have noticed this as well. Cameras displayed as callouts in plan view from older plans don't seem to be affected, newly generated cameras do. Although I can't verify that as a fact, just an observation. They don't necessarily update (or correct themselves) just because the layout file is open either. It seems they need to be opened and closed. I think it might be a bug. I've noticed at least 1 or 2 other bugs...but haven't reported them yet.

I think Chief works pretty good for rendering Chief models...