Tools & Techniques

Learn various methods of using the tools available in Chief Architect.

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Title / Description


5487

16:13 Drawing and Placing Objects

Drawing and Placing Objects

This video covers the basic interface of Chief Architect, drawing, placing, and editing objects.

Video No. 5487


252

5:05 Centering Objects

Centering Objects

Use the Center Objects tool to center objects in a room, on an object, or between two points.

Video No. 252


302

12:43 Multiple Copy

Multiple Copy

The Multiple Copy edit button makes it easy to create regularly spaced or concentric copies of any object or group of objects.

Video No. 302


303

3:29 Using the Break Tool

Using the Break Tool

The Add Break edit tool can be used to create two types of breaks: partial breaks and complete breaks.

Video No. 303


254

1:38 Using Construction Lines

Using Construction Lines

Use Construction Lines to call out important locations within a Chief Architect plan.

Video No. 254


5429

7:01 Positioning and Resizing Objects Using Dimensions

Positioning and Resizing Objects Using Dimensions

You can place your walls in exact positions using dimensions.

Video No. 5429


2432

10:47 Adding Watermarks

Adding Watermarks

Create watermarks and display them on your work. Control location, size, angle, transparency, and include images in your watermark design.

Video No. 2432


304

3:21 Merging Polylines that Overlap

Merging Polylines that Overlap

Use the Polyline Union edit button to combine two or more closed polylines or solids into a single object.

Video No. 304


305

3:41 Subtracting Polylines that Overlap

Subtracting Polylines that Overlap

Use the Polyline Subtract edit button to subtract the area of one object that overlaps another object of the same type to create a third, new object.

Video No. 305


306

2:26 Using the Trim and Extend Commands

Using the Trim and Extend Commands

The Extend Objects and Trim Objects edit tools allow you to lengthen or shorten a variety of CAD objects and framing members.

Video No. 306


267

3:25 Using the Point to Point Move tool

Using the Point to Point Move tool

The Point to Point move tool is useful for moving items into position precisely.

Video No. 267


5307

2:31 Using the Object Eyedropper and Painter

Using the Object Eyedropper and Painter

Select one object and transfer properties from it to another object using the Object Painter.

Video No. 5307


247

8:56 Using Style Palettes

Using Style Palettes

Use the Style Palette tool to change the properties of rooms, base, wall, and full height cabinets, custom countertops and backsplashes, Interior and exterior hinged doors, and windows all at once.

Video No. 247


10197

1:55:16 Productivity Tips

Productivity Tips

Learn productivity tips and best practices, ranging from setting up your work environment and configuring tools to strategies for improving your efficiency and productivity: Work Environment Setup / Preferences, 2D / 3D Editing Tips, Hidden Gems & Client Sharing, Using Saved Plan Views [NKBA/NARI .1 CEU]

Video No. 10197


1598

2:42 Using the Library Painter

Using the Library Painter

Replace objects in your project directly with something from the library using the Library Painter.

Video No. 1598


193

1:59 Offsetting the Reference Display

Offsetting the Reference Display

Offset the location of Referenced plans to create views for remodel or multi-structure plans.

Video No. 193


37

3:50 Color Chooser

Color Chooser

The Color Chooser allows you to select a color from a picture on your computer and use it in your plan.

Video No. 37


264

4:30 Displaying Coordinate Axes

Displaying Coordinate Axes

Toggle the display of the axes and origin indicators in plan, camera, and elevation views.

Video No. 264


925

7:45 Stretch Zones and Planes

Stretch Zones and Planes

You can add stretch zones and stretch planes to symbol based objects to allow for correct resizing of the symbol.

Video No. 925


5413

9:30 Edit Behaviors

Edit Behaviors

There are 6 major edit behaviors you can use to quickly edit objects in different manners.

Video No. 5413


10096

37:26 Designing and Selling with 3D Software

Designing and Selling with 3D Software

A key element of design is providing your clients options. Learn some of the tips and tricks on how to productively create these options. In this live session, we will take questions about the process from the audience. Presented by Scott Harris, CKBD.

Video No. 10096


5225

11:59 Importing and Managing PDF and Picture Files

Importing and Managing PDF and Picture Files

Imported pictures and pdf files can be cropped, resized, and edited to use in your plan and layout files.

Video No. 5225


61

2:52 Controlling the Drawing Order of Objects

Controlling the Drawing Order of Objects

Using the Draw Order tools, users can modify the order items draw in in plan views.

Video No. 61


1924

5:01 Using Macros in Object Labels

Using Macros in Object Labels

Using macros for object labels gives you flexibility in the label format and still keeps them accurate when items are resized.

Video No. 1924


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