zenmansteve Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 This seems like it should be very easy, but I can't get it to work. I only just started using this CAD about an hour ago, so be gentle. I have drawn walls, it automatically added dimensions. If I try to click on the dimensions it brings up the "dimension line specification" box, which I don't want. I just want the type in the value of the dimension. I've seen it pop up, but I can't repeat it. What am I doing wrong? If I click on the 139 7/8" it pops this up: I don't want to change that! I want to change the length. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zenmansteve Posted June 6, 2021 Author Share Posted June 6, 2021 I'm using Home Designer Architectural 2021. I just added it to my signature for future reference, good suggestion. I think I figured it out. I found if I clicked on the wall/window/door first, then the dimension I was able to change the number. That is VERY unintuitive interface, but I can understand why it's necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidJPotter Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 DJP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidJPotter Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 Intuitive or not, they programmed the software to work as it does. One person's "intuitive" is another's conundrum. Learning a tool is just part of one's competence and that is all. DJP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zenmansteve Posted June 6, 2021 Author Share Posted June 6, 2021 That's a fair point. I come from a background in Solidworks CAD, which is great for engineering, not for architecture. SW takes a best guess at which object remains stationary and which one expands/contracts. Certainly makes me recognize the complexity under the hood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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