I have just had a call from a client about using classes in Vectorworks to control line weight. When users come from AutoCAD, they are often used to using Color by Layer. This allows the user to see the line weights of the lines on the drawings by the color…
I have just spend several minutes with the designer of the Landru Design tools, Andrew Dunning. These tools are designed for the entertainment industry and they are fantastic. I interviewed Andrew so that he could show me the tools, but during the interview, it struck me that he tools offered…
this movie shows you how to move a door object in a wall.
Hi! I hope you all enjoyed the last newsletter, I know several of you read it. I would like you to tell me what you would like to hear about future newsletters. In this newsletter have 6 topics for you:
Working in 3-D in Vectorworks not only makes it faster to create your drawings, but also makes it easier for your client to understand your design.
Here is a trick I for quick editing of viewport crops objects. You do not even need to enter the viewport to use this.
You must back up your computer and keep off site backups. I’ve had loads of clients say, “I have an external HD. I back up when I remember.” The reality is that the interval between backups is the amount of information you are willing to loose. So if you back…
Drag a copy. I use this technique to drag a copy of an object. I used this the other day with a client and they had never seen the technique.
Here is a tip for using the Move by points tool to draw floor joists, or anything repeating.
Here is a tip for using the Visibility tool to check the classes of the objects on the screen. Thanks Bruce for showing me this. This only works in Vectorworks 2010 and above.