Modify wall length
Wall elements typically have their lengths changed by using temporary dimensions. This includes while one end remains stationary while modifying the length at the...
Google Maps imagery with no labels for topography
Google Maps is a great source of geographical and cadastral information in image form, which can then be used on a topography in conceptual design...
Multi-line text in parameter
When entering in data for Family parameters, despite only having a single line field you can still enter multiple lines of text.
By doing so...
Adaptive component railing
This is a follow up to a previous video on the general principles of using adaptive components for railings and fences.
In this video we...
Custom family templates
Ever felt like you always start a new Family the same way every time by tediously having to manually add your company standards?
Well, you...
Copying section boxes to create new 3D views
The Section Box in 3D views can be copied to create new 3D views which are already section boxed.
Formulas in fields
For values of numerical parameters, you can calculate basic arithmetic by starting with an = symbol. You can even use parentheses ( ) to...
Placing RPC content
If you need some help with placing and then positioning RPC content into your project such as checking how close they sit together, then...
Pin recent documents
When in the Application Menu looking at the Recent Documents list, you can use the push pin on the right to make that file...
Instance parameters
There are some categories (like Casework) that come with a range of starting parameters such as Width, Depth, and Height, which are initially set...
Parameter identification
With Families which have multiple sides, it can be ambiguous about which parameters relate to which sides.
Take the countertop example in the image. It has...
Double-click functionalities
New to 2013 there are two new double-click functionalities;
Double-click Middle button in a view - Zoom Extents
Double-click Right button on a Family...