MarkMc

I was mistaken, saving the plan view does nothing. Opening and closing the layer display options makes the setting take. Apparently the ALDO is useless for locking- it shows locked, and hidden (and it is hidden) just selectable?

Along those lines, just ran into it in another plan. It appears to me to be- I have a saved plan view and associated layerset etc. If I make changes to the layerset they don't "take", IOW locked and/or hidden items can still be selected. However if I go ahead and save the save plan view then the locked and hidden items are no longer selected. Note that I'm generally locking and hiding using the ALDO. I don't remember this happening when just using annosets and I don't think it ought to work like this. Very confusing.

You want the Object Information Tab, then type in comments and such there. The OIP fields made available in X9 are much easier than dealing with the components dialog. Attached is a plan with a partition made from a cabinet- it will then show up in the schedule. Moldings are a nogo I've used assorted work arounds for that and have posted on those in the past in tips and or symbols (memory fails). I need to order molding with the cabinets so this has been a BIG DEAL for me (Chief?) AND I only use molding lines for cabinet molding. How I'm doing them lately is with cabinets as follows: set to dimensions of molding; no fill; 0" separation, 0" reveal, materialis "Opening (no material)", set on their own layer, layer line style is blank (scroll down to the gap in the line list), line color white, label is whatever I need, finally I set it to be somewhere in the floor structure. (careful if you have to modify floor framing though). I keep an assortment in the library in a folder just for "schedule items". You can either type in a quantity to one of the OIP fields OR append qty to label OR copy and paste in place to get the quantity. Nice to know what version and such- add that to your signature so you don't have to keep being bothered. Makes it easier to help and troubleshoot-couple of the regulars post instructions on what and how to do it (Chopsaw ? Solver? Kbird?...) but they're all more tolerant than me I'm of the RTD school. Pretty sure there is a listing in the sticky for the forum by Dan too. Partition.plan

What version are you using? It's a good idea to include that and some computer information in your signature. are you using Chief Architect? or one of the Home Designer products? I ask because fillers have been included in schedules in Chief since I've used it (X3). Partitions were added in X10. I used to (and often still do) make partitions from cabinets and then keep them in the user library. Since I have a different approach to fillers I make those too but ..attached are screen shots from X10 -fillers, partitions, and comments in doors.

Haven't seen that, will keep an eye out. I moved it all to a new plan using edit area, import defaults and layersets (and setting the floors heights). Not so bad since it's a small plan (that I did not start). That appears to have solved the issue...maybe Wonder if it was started from a legacy template or something, had odd plan views in it. (I hate it when they start a plan more when they ask for a hurry up). I'll check with the client when I can get hold of her.

Yes I created it, not sure but think it was created on that layer. In any case ALL cad layers are hidden, I checked all layers I made just on the off chance. All portions of the block are on the same layer as the block. Rebooted, still able to select in all but one plan view. Still can select it. Played with layers, closed chief without saving, reopened and can't select it. BUT now I can select Room with that layer locked? Not sure what you mean, by stuck? some oddities been going on.

Did I change a setting that I don't know about? I've had occasional times when selecting items I get something from a hidden layer (which I don't think should happen) but now I'm also getting this architectural block-layer is locked and hidden, arch block layers are also locked and hidden. Is this normal? any ideas? TIA

I've run into this with Chief and also with LibreOffice. I have the impression that it happens more often when copying from one monitor to another but that may be hogwash. Anyway, I got hold of a little script to clear the clipboard which usually works, though sometimes saving helps, or both save then clear-finally copy and paste. Made a shortcut on the desktop, placed this in Target %windir%\System32\cmd.exe /c echo off | clip Run in %windir% Then set a shortcut key for it. Added- the shortcut key doesn't work until you reboot. Not much happens on the screen, slight lag, then a little blip on one side.

Chopsaw recorded the meeting listed near bottom here. As to GTM- I've been asked before, done a couple of individual training sessions, and thought about putting something together. I'm considering doing a series of four or five 2 hr meetings (free-donations welcomed) on the system I've settled on with Chief. I'll post something in offering services later this week (bit slammed right now) when I get it a bit sorted out.

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Think roof planes not joined may be part of it. And con't forget "improve light quality"

There is a light leak at the soffit outside. Sun is too high for interior PBR. Only thing done for this was change sun to 100 and NOT follow camera. Also added a second floor to it with no change.

Do you mean different in PBR than in standard? Materials ALWAYS appear different in standard than PBR (same as in Ray tracing) if that is what you mean? PBR does more with the light than standard. I'm usually previewing my materials in PBR. I've found that (when there is some real life reference like BM paint chips) colors are closer to real life in PBR (and RT) than in standard). As a rule, adding a second floor helps with light bleed, as does the roof. PBR adjustment takes a little work with lighting though not much. BTW I avoid sun follows camera.

Works in your plan with adjustment. Beams in your current plan. Did not see them at first so got rid of ceiling and turned all layers on. Made new lighting set- left just two light sources on and unchecked shadows, checked improve light quality in technique options. Saved the camera and settings. MATERIAL_DIFFERENCE_beams.plan

I can get close if while in camera I change to a lower floor. It appears to be sun related OR your added lights. I added a couple of cans, changed light set, turned off added lights in the Quick version Your default plan has no added lights and not enough window exposure for the sun to matter much. MATERIAL_DIFFERENCE_quick.plan

Sorry misunderstood, thought that was unusual.

I would not change it back to the default since that will change the other cabinets. Place one cabinet, change it. Copy and paste if you need more. OR If all you are changing is style, wood and color you can just configure the cabinets, then group select and change what you need.

ditto to all the above

WOrks the same in plan or 3D IOW it does not work for fixtures, furniture or railings. The icon is no longer an option when customizing toolbars (support thought it never was but checked X9) Didn't check if it worked on more objects then, just moving ahead.

No it doesn't but I got the answer from tech- A) you can no longer add that tool to your toolbar in X10; B)-it just doesn't work on anything I was selecting-furniture, fixtures, railings (where I started) Thanks Chop. On to plan B

Doesn't show, shortcut key does nothing. Will try support again.

I've lost it? Have the object eyedropper, object painting modes just can't locate "select properties to paint". Looked in both 3d and plan toolbars. Build 20.2.3.3x63. Anybody else? Tried calling and didn't get through which is rare. TIA

I keep laptop on my left, main screen at 45 in corner, and 3rd on right skewed in a bit. I use a second cordless keyboard in front of the main screen which also gives my left hand access to the laptop's number pad so I no longer need my wireless number pad. If my desk was deeper I might add another keyboard

Cabinet defaults- general, turn on to show, and of course have the layer switched on. For sides-use a custom face and make it a panel-the panel/autopanel in the drop down don't show in plan.

Is the final result outside? or inside? there is no context in the plan as supplied, I'm guessing this is just paired down? In any case light is relative no matter what. If this is the complete plan then there is no way to get the lights to show up with the sun on. Think about it- take a flashlight and go outside on a sunny day and shine it on something not in shade-nada. Here is what your lights look like with the sun toggled off. BTW-if you want an even light in this situation you will want to add light sources and adjust the light data to get rid of the cones