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Thanks again for the input. Again, I am not under the impression that this is ChatGPT for building design. My OP was more around that possibility of the app having something that identifies potential errors (since it does it here and there while designing), of which I was unaware. I actually did do the existing PLAN some time ago. HDP is a good app, it just has some weak spots, i.e. floor layers, which Chief handles. This plan has step-downs and differing floor thicknesses throughout, so it's a little tricky and my building knowledge is limited (framed years ago). I've watched many, many help videos and by far the majority are in much simpler applications than what I am trying to accomplish (generally). Of course, that could just be me going about it the wrong way. Thanks again for responding. Next time I will ask a more specific question. Again, on me. :)

Thank you for the timely responses. I do know that the app requires one to tell it what to do. It clearly has a number of "smarts" built into it as well. The issue happens when us novices think we are telling it things (i.e. this is now an interior room because I have connected the walls), and we really are not. Which then requires us to go back and change every (or many) details manually. Classic example is when pulling a roof plane to a vertical wall. HDP should, and often does, snap it to the wall and take care of the siding and shingles connection. Other times, I see the OSB in the rendering (instead of siding) as the roof plane seems to be cutting off a layer of the wall. In terms of the doing the "reset do defaults," I'm concerned that it might really screw with the plan. The existing structure (and now the remodel) has many "step-downs" and varying ceiling heights. Obviously, I can save a copy and see what it will do. However, if you happen to read this and you are aware of the answer: will it change ALL rooms to the defauly - including those that I have manually altered to match the structure? Lastly, I started to follow this post from a few years back regarding Z fighting (just to clean it up): "Use "Edit - Edit Area All Floors" command AFTER you first establish a current point at zero Y - Zero X, then once All Floors are selected you use the "Point to Point" move tool to finish the matter. Done properly with the correct command and set up it should be easy to do and in the future, establish your Zero X - Zero Y point to start your new project in plan view." However, while I can easily tap EDIT > EDIT AREA > EDIT AREA (All floors). I have no idea how to then select all floors to move the plan. Clearly, this not critical as I don't think I'm experiencing the Z fighting issue. Just a comment if you can point me somewhere. Thank you again for your assistance. Really appreciated.

First, I know this is a user issue and not so much a software issue. I've watched all kinds of videos (and will continue to do so), but I seem lack the knowledge of how the program resolves issues. Many of these arise as I change the plan of the remodel, but some just come as I create the plan. I start with the first floor, and work on the basement (foundation) after that. However, there are "disconnects" throughout. I've attached a few examples for reference (keep in mind that I have not spent any time changing the railings/materials/colors (besides an experiment here and there) as I am just trying to get the structure right. So, to the main question: What is the best approach to cleaning up the many parts of the plan so it is a clean/usable one? Also, as is often the case, prevention is the most efficient approach. If you have an idea as to what I am doing out of order or something else, which is causing my frustrations. please share. I'm using HDP 2024 PS Seems like an area in which A.I. may help a lot.

I've tried searching for a solution, but no success so far. I am trying to draw two things: A portion of the space under the garage should show another garage (think sloped lot and storing ATV, lawnmower, etc. in there). The other portion of the space should be a home theater (so heated, living space). I can easily change the stem wall, but this doesn't solve it. I have used HDP off and on for years, but not consistently and I am more of a novice with the program. There are number of other questions I have, but this is the most urgent. Thank you in advance for your help Home Designer Pro 2024