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To elaborate on the Sandman's cryptic response:
Doors are listed twice on the schedule because they exist twice on your drawing. Or more precisely, because a door record exists more than once. (It's not unheard of to have a door record attached to a line or some other object!) Please understand that VW's schedules are listing exactly what exists in the file.
I know you've posted re this issue other times. VW's worksheet function is not exactly the most intuitive feature (it seems it may improve somewhat with v12), but it is very powerful. We use it on virtually every drawing we produce. Keep working at it. Be sure you've read through the manual sections related to worksheets. You might also want to consider the Archoncad manual(s) for some additional training.
BTW, did you ever get your sorting issue "sorted" out?
Good luck,
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If you place your note as a Callout, you'll get a text editor whenever you double-click it. You can set the Callout to have a leader (or not) and to function as a keynote (or not). Additionally, you can access your own database of common notes (or not) to help standardize and probably speed-up your note entry.
Perhaps you might try this tool. We almost never place text by itself. . .at least in part because of your complaint.
Good luck,
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David,
I would wager the memory limitation is your computer's not the printer's problem. Several who post here recommend at least 1gb, you'll see that I run 1.5gb.
Someone with more HP savvy may correct me, but I believe the printer's memory is used to store portions of the current page being printed while the computer stores the que of pages waiting to print. In addition, the computer must do the rasterizing (converting the file into dots of ink) before the job can be sent to the printer. Adding more files to the que may conflict with the present raster process.
One way to check this might be to quit any open applications and see if the OS will reallocate more memory to the print engine . . . allowing it to "restart".
Good luck,
[ 10-14-2005, 09:19 AM: Message edited by: Travis ]
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quote:Originally posted by alanmac:I guess its been a difficult week for some, and the only therapy is . . ."He's only really happy when he feels a depression coming on"
Alan, I've never heard that before. Haven't had such a good chuckle this early in the morning in a 'coon's age. Maybe two! Levity is such good lubricant. Thanks.
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We do the same thing. And I, for one, would be very pleased to have the print presets like you describe. . .a little like Adobe InDesign or Illustrator.
However, our protocol calls for a file to be printed to .pdf before it's "officially" issued. We combine the multiple pages into a .pdf book which is opened as one file. In addition to the obvious advantage of creating a "frozen" copy of the plans, it also allows one to output all the pages from one page setup/print dialog process.
To summarize: an issue is first printed to .pdf and then output to whichever printer/plotter is appropriate. I realize this suggestion was made in your other thread, but it takes no more time to print to .pdf the first time than directly to a printer. However, every print job after that, especially when a sheet size change is required, is MUCH faster. For now.
Good luck,
[ 10-13-2005, 09:12 PM: Message edited by: Travis ]
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Good point David - one I wish I'd made.
Paolo, the Reduce File Size you mention will often reduce a file 10 ?20%. From 5.3mb to 4.5mb, for example. Going the route I mention will create a 1.1mb file of the same sheet. The difference is impressive. But, I believe, the result is NOT vector-based so the output can't be scaled very well on the other end.
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We're Mac-based, so our experience may not translate perfectly. We create .pdf (using Acrobat Pro 7.01) files from VW on a daily basis and rarely have a problem. Certainly none of the ones you mention.
One complaint I often have is the size of the file. If I'm sending it for review (rather than accurate output on the other end), I'll often take the two-step process of printing to postscript (.ps) and then having Acrobat Distiller convert the .ps to .pdf. This results in very small files.
Sorry, I'm not much real help.
Good luck,
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Once a symbol is placed in a drawing file, it belongs to that file. It is NOT linked to anything outside the file . . . so the only way to update an "old" file with a new/revised symbol is to replace it as you've been doing.
There is another option: when you Work Group Reference a file, then there's a link. The linked symbols show up in the Resource Browser with italics titles. These WGR'd symbols WILL update whenever the linked file is revised. But it will not be at your discretion, it will simply happen the next time to open the main (rather than the linked) file.
I'd worry that I may update my "master" window file at some point but NOT want one or more of my old drawings to be revised. The way around this would be to break the WGR links (clicking to save the linked data) as the drawing is finalized so that the file becomes self-contained.
HTH. Good luck,
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If you'll do a search here on the Architect board for "schedule" and/or "window" or "door", I think you'll find a number of threads from the last couple of years that will answer your questions well.
Good luck,
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Arched dormers are not a plug-in option, as you've learned.
You'll need to do the following:
1) Draw small walls to represent the three dormer sides. You can edit the walls with the 3D Edit tool to angle the side walls into the roof line accurately.
2) Group the three walls & enter the group. Here you can draw the arched roof shape and extrude it. Add any detail (cornice molding, fascia, soffit, etc.) that is necessary, but don't go too overboard. Again, use the 3D Edit tool to adjust the "back" of the dormer roof to meet the main roof line correctly. You might also use Subtract Solids, if necessary. (There are lots of 3D methods that could be used here as you grow more proficient.)
3) Go to Top/Plan view. You'll need to trace a polygon to be used to cut out the main roof. Remember to use the wall line at the front and the dormer roof at the top/back. Cut the polygon.
4) Exit the dormer group. Double-click the main roof, taking you to the underlying 2D geometry. Paste-in-place the dormer-shaped poly and clip. Delete the pasted poly. Exit the roof.
You'll likely need to experiment a few times to get the roof opening right.
Good luck,
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Dan,
In the Print Dialog be sure to set the Vectorworks print resolution down to 300dpi rather than the 360 default. For some reason, this makes a considerable difference when creating .pdf's.
Good luck,
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Make sure you have the Class (none, in this case) turned on in both the Viewport and the Class Visibilities dialog.
If it's on for the Viewport, you'll be able to see it but not snap to it. For other operations beyond making it visible, a Class also needs to be on for the whole view.
Good luck,
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I'd think you vote with your comment(s). A wishlist item that has many posts is more likely to get attention than one left without response. Even if your comment states the issue isn't worth NNA's time (or better yet that the wished-for item is already solved in a different way), at least that can be taken into account by whomever reads these from NNA.
I agree wholeheartedly with your bugs before bloat priority.
Kaare, perhaps you might bring your longstanding items to the fore (occasionally) by simply posting to the original thread a question whether anyone else wishes for the same thing. I, for one, would love to be able to use a modifier key (say option-Tab) to be able to jump to the OIP without having the grab the mouse every time.
Good post.
[ 09-23-2005, 09:53 AM: Message edited by: Travis ]
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Your "import VW-file" command is called Work Group Reference. Using WGR, you link to one or more of the drawing layers in another VW document. This "remote" linking imports the utlized classes from the remote layer. One can later "break" the link (WGR-Edit), while checking to keep the data, which literally imports the remote layer. This way you can bring in only the layers desired.
The efficient way to manage classes across your practice (all your drawings) is to create a standards file. In the VW application folder, you'll find one labeled Standards which holds files tagged .sta . You can create your very own, inhouse Standards file by creating a file that has all your commonly used classes then saving it with the .sta tag. Place it in the Standards folder. Next time you need one of those common classes, import it from the Classes dialog (click New, then Create From Standard). Be sure to pay attention to the visibility setting to minimize confusion. . .I nearly always set it to visible.
BTW, this Standards protocol also works for Layers. Brings in the layer name & scale settings.
Good luck,
[ 09-23-2005, 09:43 AM: Message edited by: Travis ]
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So, even with Layer and Class options set to Active Only, you're still lost? Wow, no wonder you're frustrated.
=o (returns object name)
=s (returns symbol name)
For more info see the VW User's Manual, pp 18-26.
Good luck,
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. . . or geese.
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The classes used on the referenced layer are brought in when you create the reference link. Even if you remove the link, they stay until purged or otherwise removed.
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See if this is of any help:
http://techboard.nemetschek.net/cgi/ubb/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=12;t=005284
Schedules are simply a report of what exists in the drawing database. Editing the report wouldn't change the drawing, although a mechanism to link from the report to the underlying piece of data (an object, symbol, whatever) would be really convenient.
For whatever it's worth, I always wait to the last possible moment to ID windows, doors, etc. And then I'm pretty careful with the ID Tool to make sure I don't accidentally ID something extraneous. It's been a while since I've had a "stray" item show up on a schedule.
Good luck,
[ 09-22-2005, 01:05 PM: Message edited by: Travis ]
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As a matter of course, we keep all our typical details in "libraries" which are then referenced by the drawing file. As the drawing becomes complete, we "break" the link to the referenced item(s) and check to keep the data in the main file.
Besides being much more efficient it also allows individual details to be tweaked, if necessary, to fit the specific drawing but keeps most everything consistent and uniform.
For whatever it's worth,
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Whenever you bring in a layer from another file using WGR, but sure to NOT alter/edit that layer. . .including rotation. The italicized WGR layer will always revert back to the original file whenever updated. Rather, use a Layer Link to the WGR layer.
In DB's example, place a link to the WGR'd layer on the site plan layer. The Layer Link can then be rotated, or otherwise reoriented/relocated, and will remain in place.
Good luck,
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We occasionally function as the project manager/general contractor on a project, if it's a good fit.
We typically charge a negotiated fee (10?15%) for all sub-contracted/supervised work with a separate line item for any work performed by us. Critical incidentals (port-a-potty, traffic management, storage, etc.) specific to the jobsite are charged at the cost+% rate with the "back-office" stuff covered by the management/GC fee.
Unless there was some unusual insurance requirement, we would normally consider that to be an overhead item. Any bookkeeping/accounting is also overhead. If the contractor wants to make 10% *profit* (after overhead and other expenses), he should spell that out clearly. But that would be unusual in our market.
HTH,
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Wow, Kaare, what an elegant solution. Hadn't thought to use a Symbol to hold images. Thanks.
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One can always set up a template with one (or more) sheets that are already set to 300dpi. Use your standard sheet name(s), or simply name them 300-a, 300-b, etc.
Good luck,
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It would pay you to do a search on the VW Print board for threads related to PDF. Over the last couple of years there have been several posts that will walk you through the steps and help you avoid some common pitfalls.
You will need a pdf "generator" (the most common, and IMHO the most reliable, is Adobe Acrobat/Distiller) and you'll need to be sure to have it configured for the proper output size. But all of this, and much more, you should be able to find from the search.
If you're still unsure, please post this on the Print board. You'll get plenty of knowledgeable eyes looking at it there.
Good luck,
Keeping redlines on all the time, posible?
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Check your class visibility settings for the affected Viewports. I always use a Redlines class so I can turn them off/on by class, when needed.
Good luck,