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I would just shape the wall extension in elevation the way you shape the backsplash; That way it remains as a wall in place; Its difficult to know if this wall extension you need is just a wall or something else? Not enuf info for my wee brain.

My suggestion is go to page 960 of the HD Pro 2024 Reference Manual - Drawing Sheet Setup Dialogue. I think it covers what you're looking for.

It certainly looks that way - well done. Much easier when its demonstrated that's for sure. Thanks.

Would be good to see how your portal frames looked when completed using this method explained by Solver. Thanks.

You are correct there also. Well, again I have learnt something tonight; When is a backsplash not a backsplash - only limited by your imagination. Thanks for the video - it explains the process.

Well there you go looks like Jo_Ann has a solution for you - she beat me to it. Although - the method of doing it is not explained for you. There is still the Sketchup modeling option if you prefer suggested by someone earlier for you. Good luck. PS My initial thoughts were to use ceiling plane for the flanges and a new wall type for the web of this tapered portal. I have started modelling it on that basis and it works OK. If you're interested, I can post some images and how-to's.

Have a look at this video; https://www.homedesignersoftware.com/videos/watch/10143/ Have fun.

Maybe you might post the details of the portal/tapered posts etc the spans and heights, pitch of roof all that - and lets see how it can be done - I'm sure its possible; I'll have a go at it - just for the exercise.

With the updating from earlier versions to Home Designer Pro 2024 - the 'What's New' has about 20 or so itemized summary of the new features. Is there a video or webinar going over these items showing the locations shorthand or quick access for those that need it. It would be great to have the new feature's in the What's New shown with locations clarified - directly. I searched for it but nothing has come up. Thanks.

Is your Graphics Backend DirectX12 - see Video Card under Preferences. That's me done from my experiences. Are these stock materials or your own images of select products btw?

I would start with the Adjust Material Definition tool -- its across the top right side and shows 3 lines close together. Select it and click on a material in the 3D view to access its details. You can adjust material definitions there. Jeff

Sounds like a good drafting exercise - I doubt if HDPro lets us twiddle with the needs you have. HDPro provides the necessary drafting tools for this. Thats what I would do..as using Chief is not an option for all of us. Jeff.

Hi - I was curious to see this post you referenced - could you give me a steer towards its location - or the title of the subject (Z Fighting?) so I can search for it please. Many Thanks, Jeff.

Well what do you know - I have learnt something here tonight.(my time) The 'backsplash' is indeed a handy tool - on external faces so it seems. Jeff.

So - what is the situation I don't see a post by any 'David'? It's a bit confusing is it not? Is there a solution on offer here to your truss issue? Jeff.

Could you redo this demo using Home Designer please? Thanks. Jeff.

Save/export it (the second dwelling) as a DAE file then re-insert it onto site and it (another file/object ) can be moved as a complete item. This has worked for me. Edit area tool was like handling the queen bee in my experience. Results can go amiss occasionally. Need more practice. Jeff.

Buy a new mouse?

So, what is your query here - seems simple yet....is it a bug ?...ask support.

Well I've learnt something here tonite on the use of " Markers". Thanks.

Awkward ain't it? You need this question in the Q&A forum - not here ChiefZachary. Me thinks.

Yes - I have in the past obtained the manufacturers brochure and technical details and built bespoke objects in HDPro. If I apply simple geometry then most things can be built using the BIM tools and/or CAD tools - or at least possibly found as an object perhaps to import from places like 3D warehouse; If you post your .plan file then forum folks that might like to help can give it a go for you as an example. Happy building. Jeff. PS Check the catalogues available via the link in HDPro for what you seek.

If the CAD tools and text tools are available in the layout then it should be possible to draw and create a title block. I use Pro and these tools are there in layout. I don't know for sure if they are there in Architectural. Maybe open layout and check it. Jeff.

This is a suggestion only; If you want this shop building as a model then export in the shop builidng file as a 3D Collada file (From 3D window) and then import it similalrly DAE back in to your site maybe? This works for me - you can then manipulate the whole model incl. terrain as one object. Cool. Hint: Watch the scale on importing as DAE file. If it's only needed as a polyline type outline - do similarly as a dwg or dxf file. See reference manual - its free and accurate info and very good. (Usually) Jeff.

Hi -I don't live in the US, however, I am producing drawings for my local submission in HDPro2023; same story I guess worldwide isnt it?; Multiple pages (5) in Layout is a big advancement don't you think? For me I don't have an issue with plan changes made as they update in layout automatically - if asked too. Save some dollars and check out to the reference manual - it contains some revelations for me - the uninitiated. The big issue for me is the drafting quality is a bit average as HDPro is awkward at times as a drafting desk; The means of defining Iine weights is a trip to Mars and only half way back again. Experiment well with this is my motto. But I still work with it. There are other features that make it workable mostly. Jeff.