Beginner – When you drag the selection marquee around objects, you can accidentally drag (and move) larger objects. Use the B Key to activate the X-Ray mode, it will stop you accidentally dragging objects.
Beginner – Before you start to make Massing Models, set the preferences. If you set the Preferences first, every Massing Model you make in this file will have the same settings, which will save you a lot of time correcting the massing models as you place them.
Beginner – You can’t always get your dimensions in the correct location the first time you place them, so you need to be able to move the dimension line to suit the drawing later. Use the Selection tool to relocate the dimension line.
Beginner – An easy way to import a PDF file is drag it and drop it onto Vectorworks from a Finder Window (or File Explorer window). Choose the pages that you want to import and click on the OK button.
Beginner – Holding down the B Key will make the fills on all objects transparent, allowing you to see through objects. This will allow you to select hidden objects.
If you want to place a series of dimensions, its easier to use the second mode for the Dimension tool. This mode places a chain of dimensions (a series of dimensions joined together).
Beginner – Using the Reshape tool with this mode allows you to change the shape of a polygon/polyline by deleting a vertex.
Dimensions are fundamental to drawings. This tip shows you how to place a simple dimension.
Inserting a Skylight – Putting in a skylight is similar to putting in a dormer window. To place a skylight you need to create a skylight symbol. The way that you create the skylight is crucial to the way it inserts into the roof. When you create a symbol for…
Inserting a Dormer Window – To insert a dormer window you need to create the roof first and you need a window or door symbol to insert. You cannot use a plug-in object like a simple window to create a dormer. You can however use the simple window plug-in to…