tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-166047952024-03-14T18:45:17.508+13:00jonathan pickupI'm Jonathan, CAD guru and trainer. My business is writing and selling manuals, online courses and online support. Visit my site for more information: http://learn.archoncad.comJonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.comBlogger1382125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-59906009063575903542023-12-14T22:04:00.002+13:002023-12-14T22:04:44.414+13:00Eye Care for Africa<p class="article-editor-content__paragraph article-editor-content__has-focus" style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; caret-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: var(--font-size-large); line-height: 1.75; margin: 1.6rem 0px; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space: break-spaces;"><span style="font-size: var(--font-size-large);">Last weekend I met Niall McCormack at a party and he told me about his goal, creating an eye care facility in Africa (</span><a class="article-editor-content__link article-editor-content__link" href="https://www.eyecareforafrica.org.nz/" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-link-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--color-action); cursor: pointer; font-size: var(--artdeco-reset-base-font-size-hundred-percent); margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); overflow-wrap: break-word; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); text-decoration: var(--artdeco-reset-link-text-decoration-none); touch-action: manipulation; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline);">https://www.eyecareforafrica.org.nz</a><span style="font-size: var(--font-size-large);">). The purpose of this is to:</span></p><p class="article-editor-content__paragraph" style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; caret-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: var(--font-size-large); line-height: 1.75; margin: 1.6rem 0px; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space: break-spaces;"><span style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; font-size: var(--artdeco-reset-base-font-size-hundred-percent); font-style: var(--artdeco-reset-typography-font-style-italic); margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); outline: var(--artdeco-reset-base-outline-zero); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline);">It is Eye Care For Africa’s goal to work with these orphanages and other organisations to provide eye care to some of the most marginalised groups in the countries of Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda & Kenya.</span></p><p class="article-editor-content__paragraph" style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; caret-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: var(--font-size-large); line-height: 1.75; margin: 1.6rem 0px; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space: break-spaces;"><span style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; font-size: var(--artdeco-reset-base-font-size-hundred-percent); font-style: var(--artdeco-reset-typography-font-style-italic); margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); outline: var(--artdeco-reset-base-outline-zero); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline);">There are so many children whose eye sight is in dire need of appropriate attention, children with such conditions as cataracts. We are working with the teams at ground zero to help train staff and give these children the best possible eye care solutions.</span></p><figure class="article-editor-content__figure-image" style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; caret-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); display: flex; flex-direction: column; font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; margin: var(--spacing-two-x) 0; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space: break-spaces;"><div class="article-editor-content__inline-image-container" style="align-items: center; border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; 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box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--color-text); font-size: var(--artdeco-reset-base-font-size-hundred-percent); height: auto; margin: var(--artdeco-reset-base-margin-zero); outline: var(--artdeco-reset-base-outline-zero); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); width: 370px;" /></div><figcaption class="article-editor-content__figure-image-caption is-empty" data-placeholder="Add caption for image (optional)" style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; color: var(--color-text-low-emphasis); display: var(--artdeco-reset-base-display-block); font-size: var(--font-size-small); margin-top: var(--spacing-two-x); padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); text-align: center; vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); width: 720px;" tabxindex="0"><br class="ProseMirror-trailingBreak" style="box-sizing: inherit;" /></figcaption></figure><p class="article-editor-content__paragraph" style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; caret-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: var(--font-size-large); line-height: 1.75; margin: 1.6rem 0px; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space: break-spaces;">Eye Care for Africa was founded in 2017 by Hawkes Bay based Optometrist Niall McCormack. It was formed to provide real eye care to some of the most marginalised groups in the countries of Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and Kenya.</p><p class="article-editor-content__paragraph" style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; caret-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: var(--font-size-large); line-height: 1.75; margin: 1.6rem 0px; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space: break-spaces;">I was really amazed that Niall wanted to do so much for others, just to make their lives better. I was amazed that someone could dream so big is to create an eye hospital in a foreign land. When it comes to having big goals and visions, I realise that I can do a lot more to help people.</p><p class="article-editor-content__paragraph" style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; caret-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: var(--font-size-large); line-height: 1.75; margin: 1.6rem 0px; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space: break-spaces;">My discussion with Niall inspired me to help out. It made me feel that I could do more to help, so I have offered to help with social media and Vectorworks modeling. This is going to be my donation; putting time, energy, and creativity into the project.</p><p class="article-editor-content__paragraph" style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; caret-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: var(--font-size-large); line-height: 1.75; margin: 1.6rem 0px; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space: break-spaces;">If you think that what Niall is doing is valuable, please consider donating to his project. </p><p class="article-editor-content__paragraph" style="border: var(--artdeco-reset-base-border-zero); box-sizing: inherit; caret-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.9); font-family: -apple-system, system-ui, BlinkMacSystemFont, "Segoe UI", Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", "Fira Sans", Ubuntu, Oxygen, "Oxygen Sans", Cantarell, "Droid Sans", "Apple Color Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Emoji", "Segoe UI Symbol", "Lucida Grande", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: var(--font-size-large); line-height: 1.75; margin: 1.6rem 0px; padding: var(--artdeco-reset-base-padding-zero); vertical-align: var(--artdeco-reset-base-vertical-align-baseline); white-space: break-spaces;">Don't be surprised if you see a lot of posts from me showing the development of the project. 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Vectorworks Interface tricks 2 #jonat...<iframe width="480" height="270" src="https://youtube.com/embed/GjYBoul19so?si=UTk40Q8kW-1Y9jQm" frameborder="0"></iframe>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-65937656490377022642023-12-03T00:00:00.003+13:002023-12-03T00:00:00.141+13:00What are Classes in Vectorworks?<p><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Classes are like vertical organizers, determining the visibility and graphic style of objects. They allow you to control the visibility and appearance of specific elements, making it easier to manage complex projects. </span><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">#Classes</span><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">#Visibility</span><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">#GraphicStyle</span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwvftfxlvkvJb6BBr2eqRpw/join</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/h8Zg1EosE_8" width="320" youtube-src-id="h8Zg1EosE_8"></iframe></div><br /><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><p></p>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-17219500385273971412023-12-02T00:00:00.013+13:002023-12-02T00:00:00.138+13:00What are Design Layers in Vectorworks<p><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Design layers are like horizontal chunks of information, grouping together elements based on their location in the building. They help structure the file and make it easier to navigate different floors and sections</span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Join this channel to get access to perks: </span><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwvftfxlvkvJb6BBr2eqRpw/join</span></p><p>#vectorworks #jonathanpickup</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/h8Zg1EosE_8" width="320" youtube-src-id="h8Zg1EosE_8"></iframe></div><br /><p><br /></p>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-1980879948519258992023-12-01T00:00:00.001+13:002023-12-01T00:00:00.141+13:00Vectorworks 2024 - Change hinge side with Bi-Part configuration <p> <span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Join this channel to get access to perks:</span></p><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwvftfxlvkvJb6BBr2eqRpw/join
I saw somebody struggling to create a bi-part door and flip it. this is my suggestion, you can measure the door but this might have an affect on your door schedule, you can change the size of the second leaf and make the door swing flip.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/hKvp-_69SRM" width="320" youtube-src-id="hKvp-_69SRM"></iframe></div><br /></span><p><br /></p><p>#jonathanpickup #vectorworks</p><p><br /></p>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-42436319275666315082023-11-30T00:00:00.001+13:002023-11-30T00:00:00.138+13:00Vectorworks Architect - Classes or Materials on Wall Styles<p><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">When you're creating wall styles, should you use classes to control the graphic style of the objects components or should you use materials to control the graphic style of the components? This video will go through the basics of whether you should use classes or materials.</span></p><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">
If you want the detailed movie that shows you exactly how to set up your wall styles to use classes or materials, become a member and look for the membership video.</span><div><span style="color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Join this channel to get access to perks:
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The visibility tool is used to quickly control visibility of objects. I use it mainly with classes to quickly turn off classes to get the drawing that I want. Unless movie you will see me use the visibility tool to turn off all the classes needed to create a specific drawing. The visibility tool works in design layers and in Viewports</span> <div><br /><div><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Join this channel to get access to perks:
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This movie explains the importance of redefining saved views when changes are made to the visibility settings. By redefining the saved view, you ensure that the changes are reflected in the view, providing an up-to-date representation of the project.</span><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ZDNoqo0sek4" width="320" youtube-src-id="ZDNoqo0sek4"></iframe></div><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span></div>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-44217378930241279192023-11-25T00:00:00.001+13:002023-11-25T00:00:00.155+13:00Vectorworks Foundation 2018 Course - Lesson 1.1<p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;">This is the first lesson from my 2018 Vectorworks Foundation course. In this lesson you will learn:</span></p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;">Learn how to navigate around the Vectorworks interface.
Learn how to access tools and palettes.
Learn how to set up the required units.
Learn how to set up page areas for printing.
Learn how to create basic objects.</span><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Cve_M3THYhE" width="320" youtube-src-id="Cve_M3THYhE"></iframe></div><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span></div>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-76959070318622058252023-11-24T19:04:00.001+13:002023-11-24T19:04:00.277+13:00Customising Vectorworks 2024<p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;">Jonathan Pickup demonstrates how to customize the interface in Vectorworks to make drawing quicker and more efficient. He shows how to customize the contextual menu by adding or removing tools and commands. Jonathan also explains how to customize the document and object context menus, allowing users to access frequently used commands with ease. By personalizing the workspace, users can streamline their workflow and save time. </span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/W6nhc-xXNRI" width="320" youtube-src-id="W6nhc-xXNRI"></iframe></div><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; font-variant-ligatures: normal; orphans: 2; text-decoration-color: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-thickness: initial; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span><p></p>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-420079929191829072023-11-23T00:00:00.004+13:002023-11-23T00:00:00.132+13:00Get AI to create a transcript of your movies #deciphr<p> <span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I use Deciphr all the time to convert my movies into timestamps, transcripts, articles, and tweet ideas. I have been using it for a few months now and it has saved be a ton of work!</span></p><span style="background-color: white; caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;">check it out : <a href="http://app.deciphr.ai/auth/signup/?ref=jonathan">app.deciphr.ai/auth/signup/?ref=</a>j</span><span style="color: #0000ee; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(13, 13, 13); font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><u>onathan</u></span></span><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/5Fuwu6qHrpw" width="320" youtube-src-id="5Fuwu6qHrpw"></iframe></div><br /><div><br /></div>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-33446218206689261462023-11-23T00:00:00.002+13:002023-11-23T00:00:00.133+13:00Making Symbol Details In Vectorworks 2024<p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;">Jonathan Pickup demonstrates how to create a reusable symbol in Vectorworks software. He starts by selecting the necessary information and converting it into a symbol. He emphasizes the importance of naming symbols in a way that allows easy retrieval. Jonathan assigns the symbol to the "none" class and sets the insertion point at a consistent location for alignment purposes. He then shows how to insert the symbol into a project and adjust its position using the insertion point. By following this strategy, designers can efficiently reuse details and maintain consistency in their projects.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Ix_JXW6Rh-4" width="320" youtube-src-id="Ix_JXW6Rh-4"></iframe></div><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span><p></p>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-39685987982951723382023-11-22T00:00:00.000+13:002023-11-22T00:00:00.150+13:00Creating Symbols In Vectorworks 2024<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;">Jonathan Pickup demonstrates how to use symbols to create details quickly and accurately. He shows how to create a symbol for timber framing, assign it to a specific class, and set the insertion point for easy placement. He also explains how to create variations of the symbol for different sizes of timber. He emphasises the importance of creating symbols with the correct insertion point to improve speed and efficiency in drawing details.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/6KGmK185wO4" width="320" youtube-src-id="6KGmK185wO4"></iframe></div><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span><p></p>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-38941243218601945872023-11-21T18:57:00.001+13:002023-11-21T18:57:00.128+13:00Accurately Place Your Skylights<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;">In this movie, Jonathan Pickup describes how you can place a skylight into a roof accurately. He uses dimensions to ensure that the skylight is accurately placed.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/t7atX518FDo" width="320" youtube-src-id="t7atX518FDo"></iframe></div><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span><p></p>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-85748862473822234382023-11-19T00:00:00.001+13:002023-11-19T00:00:00.150+13:00The Future of 3D Modeling: Exploring the Implications and Potential Impact<h1 style="text-align: left;"><a name="introduction" style="color: #4f81bd; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt;"><span lang="EN-US">Introduction</span></a></h1><p class="FirstParagraph" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">In a recent conversation, we delved into the world of 3D modeling and its potential impact on various industries. The discussion revolved around the challenges and opportunities that arise when working with 3D models, particularly in the context of Vectorworks 2024. We explored topics such as installing partner products, reusing symbols, and the intricacies of different file formats. In this article, we will dive deeper into these themes, analyzing their implications and potential impact on the future of 3D modeling.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #4f81bd; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; margin: 10pt 0cm 0cm;"><a name="X74c11cd2128595b1e18c69926d5f21e29eab391"><span lang="EN-US">Installing Partner Products: Navigating the Workspace<o:p></o:p></span></a></h2><p class="FirstParagraph" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">One of the key challenges discussed was the installation of partner products within Vectorworks 2024. While the process may seem straightforward, it is essential to understand that simply having the icon appear on the tool palette does not guarantee a successful installation. As our host Jonathan pointed out, migrating workspaces can create the illusion of installed products when, in reality, they are not properly installed.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">To address this issue, Jonathan guided us through the installation process. By accessing the “Help” menu and selecting “Install Partner Products,” users can find the desired product and initiate the installation. It is crucial to go through this process to ensure that the product is installed correctly, eliminating any potential issues or missing functionalities.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #4f81bd; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; margin: 10pt 0cm 0cm;"><a name="Xd4f58b6ea10ecc11a6c2fd2192b86f67828f7d4"><span lang="EN-US">Reusing Symbols: Enhancing Efficiency and Consistency<o:p></o:p></span></a></h2><p class="FirstParagraph" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">Another significant topic of discussion was the reuse of symbols, specifically focusing on a standard rubbish bin symbol. Jonathan highlighted the importance of understanding the nature of symbols and the implications of making changes to them. While symbols offer the advantage of consistency throughout a project, any modifications made to a symbol will affect all instances of that symbol.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">To demonstrate the process of reusing symbols effectively, Jonathan walked us through the steps of converting a 3D symbol into a hybrid symbol. By converting the symbol to a 2D shape, cleaning up unnecessary lines, and adding surfaces, users can create a more refined and visually appealing symbol. Additionally, by converting the symbol to a group or ungrouping it, users can further customize and modify individual components as needed.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #4f81bd; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; margin: 10pt 0cm 0cm;"><a name="X94c7762137bbacffe2e7dc5d7910f6158f9857b"><span lang="EN-US">Exploring Different File Formats: Finding the Right Fit<o:p></o:p></span></a></h2><p class="FirstParagraph" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">The conversation also touched upon the challenges and considerations when importing 3D models from various file formats. Different file formats, such as STEP, DWG, OBJ, Revit, Sketchup, and IFC, each present their own set of advantages and limitations. It is crucial to choose the right file format based on the specific requirements of the project.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">The transcript highlighted the importance of testing different file formats to determine the most suitable option. While some formats, like DWG, may require additional cleanup and adjustments, others, like IFC, offer the advantage of embedded data and detailed information. By exploring and experimenting with different file formats, users can find the optimal solution for their specific needs.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #4f81bd; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; margin: 10pt 0cm 0cm;"><a name="implications-and-potential-impact"><span lang="EN-US">Implications and Potential Impact<o:p></o:p></span></a></h2><p class="FirstParagraph" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">The themes discussed in our conversation have significant implications for the future of 3D modeling. By understanding the installation process of partner products, users can ensure a seamless workflow and maximize the potential of their software. The ability to reuse symbols efficiently enhances efficiency and consistency, allowing for streamlined design processes and improved project management.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">Furthermore, the exploration of different file formats opens up new possibilities for collaboration and interoperability. By choosing the right file format, users can overcome compatibility issues and seamlessly integrate 3D models into their projects. This not only improves efficiency but also enhances communication and collaboration among different stakeholders.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">The potential impact of these themes extends beyond the realm of 3D modeling. As technology continues to advance, the integration of 3D models into various industries will become increasingly prevalent. From architecture and construction to product design and manufacturing, the ability to create, modify, and share 3D models efficiently will revolutionize the way we approach design and innovation.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #4f81bd; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; margin: 10pt 0cm 0cm;"><a name="conclusion-and-future-outlook"><span lang="EN-US">Conclusion and Future Outlook<o:p></o:p></span></a></h2><p class="FirstParagraph" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">In conclusion, the future of 3D modeling holds immense potential for innovation and efficiency. By understanding the intricacies of installing partner products, reusing symbols effectively, and exploring different file formats, users can unlock the full capabilities of their software and optimize their design processes. The implications of these themes extend beyond the realm of 3D modeling, shaping the future of various industries and revolutionizing the way we approach design and collaboration.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">As technology continues to evolve, it is crucial for professionals in the field to stay updated and adapt to new tools and techniques. By embracing the possibilities offered by 3D modeling, we can push the boundaries of design and create a more interconnected and efficient world.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">The future of 3D modeling is bright, and by harnessing its power, we can unlock endless possibilities for innovation and creativity. Let us embrace this exciting journey and continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of design and visualization.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><a href="https://archoncad.com/knowledge-base/3d-modeling-special-interest-group-webinars/#3d-modelling-november-2023" target="_blank">To see the webinar that covers this, click here...</a></p>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-28249819470868161412023-11-18T00:00:00.001+13:002023-11-18T00:00:00.147+13:00Creating A Detail Library In Vectorworks 2024<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;">Jonathan Pickup shares his strategies for managing details in architectural projects. He emphasizes the importance of setting up details as individual viewports to create unique identifiers and back references. He also discusses the use of imported information from consultants and manufacturers, as well as the use of 2D symbols and detail components to quickly create details. Jonathan highlights the value of drawing sections at the correct elevation to accurately dimension steel work. He invites viewers to join his upcoming webinar where he will explore different methods of creating details in Vectorworks.</span></p><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/JR7PeoY5ptA" width="320" youtube-src-id="JR7PeoY5ptA"></iframe></div><br />Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-53276862526521299942023-11-17T07:00:00.002+13:002023-11-17T07:00:00.149+13:00Managing Repetitive Details: Creating Symbols and Organising Drawings<p><span style="color: #4f81bd; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 16pt;">Managing Repetitive Details: A Comprehensive Guide</span></p><p class="FirstParagraph" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">Welcome to this workshop on managing repetitive details. In this session, we will explore different strategies for effectively managing repetitive details in architectural drawings. We will discuss the importance of using symbols, creating a naming convention, and organizing details on separate layers. Through a detailed analysis of a workshop transcript, we will delve into the implications and potential impact of these strategies. By the end of this article, you will have a comprehensive understanding of how to manage repetitive details in your architectural projects.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #4f81bd; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; margin: 10pt 0cm 0cm;"><a name="Xd5d5630817f7b21a97baa7303819fcfd203b161"><span lang="EN-US">Introduction: The Challenge of Repetitive Details<o:p></o:p></span></a></h2><p class="FirstParagraph" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">Managing repetitive details is a common challenge faced by architects and designers. Repetitive details refer to elements in architectural drawings that are used repeatedly, such as windows, doors, and cladding systems. These details often require precise placement and consistent graphic style to ensure accuracy and readability. However, creating and managing these details can be time-consuming and prone to errors.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">In the workshop, the host, Jonathan, addresses the question raised by Jane about how to effectively manage repetitive details. He emphasizes the importance of using symbols and creating a naming convention to facilitate reusability. Additionally, he highlights the use of script palettes and classes to control the graphic style of details. These strategies not only save time but also ensure consistency across projects.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #4f81bd; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; margin: 10pt 0cm 0cm;"><a name="using-symbols-for-repeatable-parts"><span lang="EN-US">Using Symbols for Repeatable Parts<o:p></o:p></span></a></h2><p class="FirstParagraph" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">One of the key strategies Jonathan suggests for managing repetitive details is using symbols for repeatable parts. Symbols are reusable objects that can be easily placed and modified in architectural drawings. By creating symbols for individual components, such as window sills and architraves, architects can save time and ensure consistency in their drawings.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">Jonathan demonstrates this approach by creating symbols for a window sill and a head detail. He emphasizes the importance of choosing an appropriate insertion point for the symbols to ensure easy alignment with other elements. He also suggests converting the symbols to groups to allow for easy modification without affecting other instances of the symbol.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">Barry raises a concern about the repeatability of symbols and the need for customization. Jonathan proposes the use of the “convert to group” option, which allows architects to make changes to individual instances of the symbol without affecting other instances. This flexibility ensures that symbols can be customized to suit specific project requirements.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #4f81bd; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; margin: 10pt 0cm 0cm;"><a name="creating-a-naming-convention-for-symbols"><span lang="EN-US">Creating a Naming Convention for Symbols<o:p></o:p></span></a></h2><p class="FirstParagraph" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">In addition to using symbols, Jonathan emphasizes the importance of creating a naming convention for symbols to facilitate easy retrieval and reuse. He suggests using a systematic approach to naming symbols, including relevant information such as the type of detail, cladding type, and size. This naming convention ensures that architects can quickly locate and use symbols in different projects.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">Jonathan provides an example of a symbol naming convention for a window sill detail. He includes information such as the cladding type, manufacturer, and size of the timber. This detailed naming convention allows architects to easily identify and select the appropriate symbol for their projects.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #4f81bd; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; margin: 10pt 0cm 0cm;"><a name="organizing-details-on-separate-layers"><span lang="EN-US">Organizing Details on Separate Layers<o:p></o:p></span></a></h2><p class="FirstParagraph" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">Another strategy discussed by Jonathan is organizing details on separate layers. By creating separate layers for different types of details, architects can easily manage and control the visibility of details in their drawings. This approach allows for better organization and reduces the risk of errors or omissions.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">Jonathan demonstrates this strategy by creating separate layers for one-to-five scale details and one-to-ten scale details. He explains that one-to-ten scale details are typically used for foundations, while one-to-five scale details are used for more intricate elements such as windows and doors. By organizing details on separate layers, architects can easily toggle the visibility of specific details based on the project requirements.<o:p></o:p></span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #4f81bd; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14pt; margin: 10pt 0cm 0cm;"><a name="implications-and-potential-impact"><span lang="EN-US">Implications and Potential Impact<o:p></o:p></span></a></h2><p class="FirstParagraph" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">The strategies discussed in this workshop have significant implications for architectural practice. By using symbols and creating a naming convention, architects can streamline their workflow and improve efficiency. The reusability of symbols allows for consistent and accurate detailing across projects, saving time and reducing errors.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">The use of separate layers for details also has a profound impact on project management. It enables architects to easily manage and control the visibility of details, ensuring clarity and readability in their drawings. This approach also facilitates collaboration with other professionals, as specific details can be easily shared or hidden as needed.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><span lang="EN-US">Furthermore, the adoption of these strategies promotes standardization and consistency in architectural drawings. By using symbols and following a naming convention, architects can ensure that details are uniformly represented and easily understood by contractors and other stakeholders. This consistency enhances communication and reduces the risk of misinterpretation or errors during construction.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoBodyText" style="font-family: Cambria, serif; margin: 9pt 0cm;"><a href="https://youtu.be/z6cz17VH5tA" target="_blank">To see the webinar for this, click here...</a></p>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-1097804064227359692023-11-16T00:00:00.001+13:002023-11-16T00:00:00.141+13:00What Happened To The Snapping Palette In Vectorworks 2024?<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;">Jonathan Pickup discusses the snapping palette in Vectorworks and how to control its visibility. He demonstrates how the snapping palette can be turned on or off using the settings menu, and explains that when the palette is closed, it appears at the bottom of the screen. Jonathan also introduces the concept of using macros to quickly toggle the snapping options on or off, and mentions that he will provide a tutorial on creating and using these macros for his members.</span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XS3j6qyOWl4" width="320" youtube-src-id="XS3j6qyOWl4"></iframe></div><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span><p></p>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-61848028899064833652023-11-15T00:00:00.004+13:002023-11-15T00:00:00.147+13:00New UI in Vectorworks 2024<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;">This movie focuses on the new View bar in vw 2024, I really like some of the new features in the Vectorworks 2024 user interface. The new colours to show active/not active are so much easier to see. </span></p><p><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/N8zd2dhvhuw" width="320" youtube-src-id="N8zd2dhvhuw"></iframe></div><br /><span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;"><br /></span><p></p>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-75662527173725596552023-11-14T00:00:00.003+13:002023-11-14T00:00:00.127+13:00Create A Custom Vectorworks 2024 Pool Fence<p> <span style="background-color: white; color: #0d0d0d; font-family: Roboto, Noto, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; orphans: 2; white-space: pre-wrap; widows: 2;">In this movie I show you have you can create a custom fence for a client. This is a special fence that just has uprights and no infill. You can make this easily if you think of it with no infill, just posts.</span></p><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/jnkB_U1sQHE" width="320" youtube-src-id="jnkB_U1sQHE"></iframe></div><br />Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16604795.post-47275495694211307402023-11-11T00:00:00.004+13:002023-11-11T00:00:00.150+13:00Understanding the Relationship Between Design Layers and Classes<div style="text-align: left;"><h1 style="break-after: avoid; color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 24pt; margin: 24pt 0cm 6pt;"><span style="font-size: 18pt;">The Power of Visibilities: A Comprehensive Guide</span></h1><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">Welcome to the Getting Started Special Interest Group! In today's session, we will be diving deep into the world of visibilities. We will explore the purpose of classes and design layers, how they work together, and how saved views can help us control and navigate our files more efficiently. Additionally, we will touch on the use of materials in lieu of classes and the challenges of controlling colors in hatches. So let's get started!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 18pt; margin: 18pt 0cm 4pt;"><span lang="EN-US">Understanding Classes and Design Layers<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">To begin, let's clarify the roles of classes and design layers. Design layers serve as horizontal chunks of information, grouping together all the elements related to a specific part of a building or project. For example, you can have design layers for the ground floor, first floor, basement, and roof. This structuring helps organize the file and makes it easier to navigate and manage different sections of the project.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">On the other hand, classes are vertical organizers that determine the visibility and graphic style of objects within the design layers. They allow you to control the visibility of specific objects or groups of objects, making it easier to show or hide elements as needed. For example, you can have classes for electrical fixtures, plumbing fixtures, furniture, and more. By assigning objects to different classes, you can control their visibility independently of other objects.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 18pt; margin: 18pt 0cm 4pt;"><span lang="EN-US">Controlling Visibility with Classes<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">One of the primary uses of classes is to control the visibility of objects. By assigning objects to specific classes, you can easily turn them on or off as needed. This is particularly useful when you want to show or hide certain elements in different views or drawings. For example, you may want to show electrical fixtures in one view but hide them in another. By assigning the fixtures to a specific class, you can easily control their visibility without affecting other objects.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">Jonathan demonstrates this by using the visibility tool, which allows him to quickly turn classes on or off. He shows how turning off certain classes in one design layer also affects their visibility in other design layers. This highlights the importance of using classes to control visibility, as it provides a consistent way to manage object visibility across different layers.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 18pt; margin: 18pt 0cm 4pt;"><span lang="EN-US">Structuring the File with Design Layers<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">Design layers play a crucial role in structuring the file and organizing information. By grouping related elements together on specific design layers, you can easily navigate and manage different parts of the project. For example, you can have separate design layers for the ground floor, first floor, basement, and roof. This helps keep the file organized and makes it easier to work on specific sections without cluttering the view with unnecessary information.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">Jonathan emphasizes the importance of using design layers to structure the file and put information together. He explains that design layers serve as horizontal chunks of information, grouping all the elements related to a specific part of the building. This structuring makes it easier to manage and navigate the file, especially in larger projects with multiple floors or sections.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 18pt; margin: 18pt 0cm 4pt;"><span lang="EN-US">Using Saved Views for Easy Navigation<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">To address the challenge of having different views for different design layers, Jonathan introduces the concept of saved views. Saved views allow you to define specific settings for each view, including layer visibility and class visibility. This means you can easily switch between different views without manually adjusting the visibility settings each time.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">Jonathan demonstrates how to create a saved view for a kitchen drawing. By turning off unnecessary classes and adjusting the rotation, he creates a specific view for the kitchen. This view can be easily accessed and applied whenever needed, making it convenient to switch between different views of the project.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">He also explains the importance of redefining saved views when changes are made to the visibility settings. By redefining the saved view, you ensure that the changes are reflected in the view, providing an up-to-date representation of the project.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 18pt; margin: 18pt 0cm 4pt;"><span lang="EN-US">The Role of Classes in Graphic Style Control<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">In addition to visibility control, classes also play a significant role in controlling the graphic style of objects. By assigning objects to specific classes, you can easily control their line weights, colors, and other graphic attributes. This makes it easier to maintain consistency in the drawing and ensures that objects are presented in the desired style.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">Jonathan demonstrates this by showing how classes are used to control the graphic style of different elements in the drawing. For example, he assigns a specific class to the walls to give them a gray shading, making them visually distinct from other elements. This use of classes for graphic style control simplifies the drawing process and eliminates the need to manually adjust line weights and colors for each object.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 18pt; margin: 18pt 0cm 4pt;"><span lang="EN-US">Using Materials in Lieu of Classes<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">While classes are commonly used to control the graphic style of objects, Jonathan mentions that materials can also be used for this purpose. By assigning materials to objects, you can control their texture, color, and other visual properties. This provides an alternative approach to graphic style control, especially when dealing with elements that require specific material representations.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">Jonathan explains that the choice between using classes or materials for graphic style control depends on the specific requirements of the project. Both approaches have their advantages and can be used effectively depending on the situation. For example, if you need to control the color of window frames, you can assign a specific material to achieve the desired effect.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 18pt; margin: 18pt 0cm 4pt;"><span lang="EN-US">Controlling Colors in Hatches<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">Jonathan addresses the challenge of controlling colors in hatches, which are commonly used to represent different materials or textures. He demonstrates how to edit hatches and change their line colors. By accessing the hatch settings and adjusting the line colors for each level, you can customize the appearance of hatches to suit your needs.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">He also mentions the importance of checking each level individually when editing hatches, as they are composed of multiple lines that repeat to create the desired pattern. By adjusting the line colors for each level, you can achieve the desired visual effect and ensure consistency in the drawing.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><h2 style="break-after: avoid; color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 18pt; margin: 18pt 0cm 4pt;"><span lang="EN-US">Conclusion and Future Outlook<o:p></o:p></span></h2><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">In conclusion, the effective use of classes, design layers, and saved views is essential for efficient file management and drawing production. By understanding the roles of these tools and how they interact, you can streamline your workflow and improve the overall quality of your drawings.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">The ability to control visibility, graphic style, and reporting through classes provides flexibility and control over the presentation of your designs. Saved views offer a convenient way to navigate between different views and maintain consistency in your drawings. Additionally, the use of materials in lieu of classes and the customization of hatch colors further enhance the visual representation of your designs.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">As technology continues to evolve, it is important to stay updated with the latest features and functionalities of design software. Vectorworks, in particular, offers a wide range of tools and capabilities that can greatly enhance your workflow and productivity. By leveraging these tools effectively, you can create more accurate and visually appealing drawings while saving time and effort.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">In the future, we can expect further advancements in design software, with new features and functionalities that will continue to improve the design process. It is important to stay informed and adapt to these changes to remain competitive in the industry.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US">In conclusion, the power of visibilities cannot be underestimated. By utilizing classes, design layers, and saved views effectively, you can take control of your drawings and create stunning designs that accurately represent your vision. So embrace the power of visibilities and unlock the full potential of your design software.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><b><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></b></p><h4 style="text-align: left;"><b><span lang="EN-US"><span face="Calibri Light, sans-serif" style="color: #21157b;"><span style="font-size: 14.666667px;">This article was written by deciphrAI, if you want to speed up your article creation, </span></span><a href=" app.deciphr.ai/auth/signup/?ref=jonathan" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "Calibri Light", sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Join DeciphrAI</a></span></b></h4><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p><p class="LO-normal" style="color: #21157b; font-family: "DM Sans"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 16.866667px; margin: 0cm;"><span face=""Calibri Light", sans-serif" lang="EN-US"> </span></p></div>Jonathan Pickuphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10632403305904478394noreply@blogger.com0