This article also applies to the following legacy products:
Pro | Architectural | Suite
How do I add or copy library objects to my User Catalog?
The User Catalog is a folder in the Library Browser that you can add objects to. This can be helpful if you use a specific library object frequently or if you have created a custom object that you would like to save for future use.
In this article, we will cover the following topics:
Many types of objects can be added to the User Catalog directly from a plan file, such as cabinets, doors, windows, wall types*, appliances, fixtures, materials, HVAC items, and more.
*Applies to Chief Architect Premier only.
Multiple objects can be group selected and added to the User Catalog using the same process. To learn more about group selecting objects, please see the Related Articles section.
Separate components that are applied to objects, such as materials, can be added to the User Catalog using the Add to Library As edit tool.*
CAD objects must be part of a CAD Block before they can be added to the User Catalog.* See the Related Articles section to learn more.
*Applies to Chief Architect Premier only.
A link to an object is different than a copy of an object. Links use much less space on your system's hard drive, but you can't modify the linked object until it is placed into your plan.
If you will be creating different types of objects, you may want to keep them organized in folders within the User Catalog. For example, you may want to put all of your cabinets in a folder called "Cabinets".
There are several ways to move objects:
Select a linked object in the User Catalog, then click on one of the links in the Details panel.