Garreth

Hi Rene I checked out your youtube video downloading the sync link, however the link did not come up when right clicking the user library folder. Is this a windows set up ?

Thanks all and Dermott, apologies haven't updated my profile from X10 Beta is X10 is current. I will apply some of the advice and get back to you. here is a copy of the plan file ELDO 28 Anchorage Dr PROP floor plan BP REV A.plan

Hi All not sure why but I can't seem to get the elevation or 3d camera view to show shadow. (In vector mode) Have played around with shadow toolbar toggle turning on and off but no visual changes. Checked north point and shadow angle on. not sure what is going on here, any thoughts

sorry David how do I contact Dermott, I cant seem to find a way to message him?? Garreth

Thanks David.

Hi All just wondering if anyone is experiencing the same issue with Chief as we are. Is Chief Architect going to consider developing a networkable , multi user format for those of us who have more than two employees and endeavouring to manage large projects over various disciplines.. Our office works on medium to large commercial projects where files are constantly being modified and worked on 6 months or more in duration and on various elements of the same model. Because the files are linked between details , wet area layouts elevations and floor plan etc etc, our productivity is limited to one user on the file at any one time. thanks in advance Garreth

Thanks Chopsaw, Yeah tried that Still same. Although will check the startup option - thanks

Hi all anyone experiencing an issue when opening an older plan version. I have downloaded cheif x10 beta and checked a few things so all good whilst also keeping the x8 version. Also tried to keep everything separate , new jobs in x10 and old jobs in x8 etc. It just so happens that when trying to open older x8 file a window pops up requesting permission to upgrade x8 to newer version (x8). I have gone thru process of choosing no on one occassion and then choosing yes on another but with no success. Attached screenshots describe situation. My problem now is that i have an x8 file that i want to open in x8 but cant. Any thoughts. Do i have to remove x10beta off system?? Or is there some low level tweak. I could then just convert x8 file to x10 beta but don't want to as our computers are not upto spec for hardware requirements... Any advice appreciated. thanks

Hi All. Just downloaded x10 Beta. Easy download and transfer which was great. However I am noticing a slight delay or response on actuating a camera or elevation. Thought it might have been the plan but drew a wall then shot a camera....nothing happens then cursor shows its thinking then activates the view. Also noticed lag between functionsie library drop ins and wall specification mods. Are there some tweaks or tips to reduce this lag in default settings. Note there are no lights in plans backdrops etc just vector view settings. Would appreciate if the solution maybe simple settings tweak and I do appreciate the computer I use is not a dedicated graphics machine however I would need to seriously justify upgrading. thanks in advance.

Hi all has anyone looked into or purchased the new HP Z book x2. I was interested in the surface book with performance base earlier in the year but came across this offering from HP. Pricey yes but depending on your workflow which includes the multiple functionality desktop / laptop / tablet with ability to hand sketch / mark up pdfs and import / share without interruption is key for me. The return from efficiencies in time and mobility would be realised immediately. thoughts appreciated..

thankyou for the replies. Cindy interesting take.. I often come back to the sleeping computer and it maybe its just the thing - I will check next time the circumstances

Hi all, any ideas why sometimes my camera does not switch to the view. Screen hangs at the floor plan, everything else functions opening closing etc but cannot get access to the view. This can also occur when clicking on the layout elevation from a previous plan. I suspect this is a graphics issue but uncertain. This does not right itself when closing chief X8 I have to reboot the computer!! Any thoughts..... I am using a DELL Latitude E6540 Intel i7 - 4610M CPU @ 3.00GHz 16gb RAM 64 bit Windows 7 OS thanks Garreth

Hi all experiencing a diminished print quality when printing to pdf I use adobe acrobat pro version 9. The elevations pattern lines differ in colur scale ie black to grey when reviewing the print on screen. Also the text appears to be affected as well. It looks like an image which is pixelated. All views are consistent with the process of plot lines sent to layout etc. Please see attached pdf. When you zoom in you can see the difference. Any ideas. I checked the graphics card and its driver was updated ~2015 . thanks Tara Homes-Layout draft 11-09-16 ed 2.pdf

Thanks Robert. Will have to investigate further.

Hi Robert interesting?? I would have thought chief by allowing you to import the cad line entities would of had that that covered when asking if you want the particular layer attributes imported into the project. I am still left asking why give this option?? Garreth

Apologies thought I had attached image... has now been attached edited previous post. Thanks for the heads up Robert. Garreth

Hi all when I import a cad survey I tick all relevant boxes including keep line definitions and layer settings, however when clicking on a line ie survey contour line and opening the dialogue box it shows the line style definition unticked under layer colour style, the only one ticked is weight. This is problematic in that when selecting certain elements of the survey for hiding or editing , you have to single out each item the layer settings become superfluous and it means additional time editing. Is there a solution for this. I have attached an image file which shows the query. thanks in advance

Great topic. I would like to know what the 5 year plan is from the Head Office with regards to the broadening user base. Chief is fantastic for the single user - but we have plans on expanding from 3 users to maybe 5. Our office is currently 3 users with 3 separate licences. The particular project worked on has to be allocated to that user - no jumping in and out of the same project from other users. So its essential to communicate who's working on what and divide up the work into separate files which is not the intention behind chief but its a workaround, so that detailing is separate to the model and so forth. The type of projects we work on range in size and scope but essentially the work is made of additions/ renovations, new homes, unit developments, small commercial and office fitouts. Other issues besides networking is the BIM resourcing. Graphisoft and Autodesk are leading the charge. Where does Chief Architect see itself next year?, in 5 years? , I am sure that there would be opportunity for CA to upscale the multi user software interface for those companies that want to drive the product further given the small to medium size of the firm. If you take a look at what the market is demanding its about accessibility, ease of use, multi device, universiality. In terms of computers, our office budgets for new computers every 3-4 years, followed by the 'joy' of reloading typical software items and the necessary re tuning. At the moment all licences are running same ie X5 (but due for the transition to X7). I would be curious to find out how many user's have more than one current licence for their practice. Garreth

Hi all, just trying to find out if there is a way in plan view of showing flexible duct for air con. Most air con consultants use some cad polyline with a lisp routine that converts it so it looks like a slinky...any thoughts. Otherwise I will just use a polyline. thanks Garreth

Hi D.Scott I have heard of this code but I cannot find any reference to material dbx in the manual? Can you show me where to look .. thanks

Good afternoon chiefers, question regarding sending an elevation view to layout in chief X5. Presently I send elevation views to layout and get a black and white view ...ok However I like to distinguish between the building outline and the wall patterns. So to do this ...after sending the view to layout I have to adjust the pattern line default colour to grey by opening the layout box specification. What I would like to know if there is a default that I can change which automatically adjusts the pattern line colour to the desired colour in this instance grey when I send elevation views to layout. thanks Garreth Babic Shed Layout.layout Babic Shed.plan

thank you D. Scott I will watch for that in future. appreciate your time and help.

Hi file posted. thoughts appreciated....but did not solve the issue. don't want to make this a big deal - if butting 3 cabinets produces this result then will come up with a work around. just need confirmation... thanks Jones DYLAN proposed plan.plan

thanks guys here is another view.... might help... note this is the back of cabinet knee space etc for stool.... so the actual drawers etc around the other side. checked module lines - were turned off. thanks

Sorry folks the image did not attach.... here is what I am talking about.. in elevation view... I could overlay a poly solid maybe ... just thought there maybe something I am missing. thanks