Vectorworks Performance Issues

Here are some useful tips to ensure that Vectorworks in your computer is running at its most optimum Go to Vectorworks Preferences… > Display and select “Best Compatibility” for Navigation Graphics Note: Applicable to Vectorworks 2017 onwards only Ensure the right settings in the edit references via Tools > Organisation… > References > Edit If … Read more

mACT Smart Tree

The mACT Smart Tree object solves a long standing problem we have experienced in ARCHICAD, as it displays correctly across all viewports. Included are thirty five (35!) 2D graphics and twenty four (24) 3D tree shapes, all displaying in the 3D viewport and the Elevation/Section viewports. 2D Representation Settings allow for standard graphic control of the plan symbol. Additional 2D … Read more

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mACT Universal Label

The default ARCHICAD Labels have improved from previous versions – however, we found that they still don’t always do what we need them to do. So we made our own mACT Universal Label that can read more data and at the same time be graphically adjusted more flexibly, making it the only label you should … Read more

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mACT Custom Label

[spb_blank_spacer height=”30px” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] [spb_row element_name=”Row” wrap_type=”content-width” parallax_image_height=”content-height” parallax_image_movement=”fixed” parallax_image_speed=”0.5″ bg_video_loop=”yes” parallax_video_height=”window-height” parallax_video_overlay=”none” row_overlay_opacity=”0″ row_col_pos=”default” width=”1/1″ el_position=”first last”] [spb_text_block title=”custom label” animation=”fade-in” animation_delay=”0″ simplified_controls=”yes” custom_css_percentage=”no” padding_vertical=”0″ padding_horizontal=”0″ margin_vertical=”0″ custom_css=”margin-top: 0px;margin-bottom: 0px;” border_size=”0″ border_styling_global=”default” width=”3/4″ el_position=”first last”] The latest addition to mACT library family is the mACT Custom Label. As the name implies this label … Read more

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ARCHICAD Font Size : points vs mm

[12/06/2020 > updated with latest info & process] To the uninitiated trying to match the font size in ARCHICAD to font size used in a document generated in another application, e.g. design reports may cause a major headache. Read on if you ever wondered how to get this right… Background (go straight to PROCESS below … Read more

Export IFC from Revit to ARCHICAD

IFC can cause quite a few performance issues in ARCHICAD, especially if it hasn’t been prepared correctly. Revit users Graphisoft provides an Add-in as well as detailed instructions for Revit users on their website: Download the add-in and install it Read the instructions review your IFC with Solibri before sending it out optimise the IFC with Solibri … Read more

AC21 replacement icon(s)

As every year new here are our alternative / replacement Logos / Icons for ARCHICAD 21 – this year we did not follow the official GRAPHISOFT colour (darkish blue) but instead opted for a version aligned with the black and white staircase from its physical packaging. All icons are available in full Retina Display glory… Click here for PC … Read more

Guide to Better ARCHICAD

Use the following Tips and Tricks regularly to keep Archicad project file performance at its best. SWITCH OFF WIFI on your Workstation An ethernet connection is faster and more stable than Wifi. Keeping a single fast connection to the server avoids a lot of problems. SAVE, BACKUPS & RECORD SETS Save or at least send … Read more

Hardware recommendations

[12/03/2024 > updated with Samsung M8 Display option] We’re often asked which Apple Hardware we recommend for Architects – so here is our shortlist: [asideguide type=”note”]Apple has discontinued the ageing (yet powerful) intel based 27-inch iMac – at this stage it is unlikely they will bring this model back into their line-up. The new M1 … Read more

Print To Scale

Many applications have their own printing interface, which can make adjusting the default “fit to page” scaling option a cumbersome undertaking. Especially with architectural drawings you will want to print at the correct scale. Preview Preview uses the standard OS X interface, ensure your settings are : Adobe Acrobat In Adobe Acrobat’s print dialogue, tick … Read more