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Archicad BIM Cloud server backup settings
The Archicad BIM Server has a very useful built-in backup function, if configured correctly. Find below some considerations regarding a proper backup strategy. On macOS we find that people tend to choose Apple’s TimeMachine as their preferred backup option. Although this is a perfect solution for your regular desktop, this is problematic on a server […]
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Password Security
To avoid major pains with hacked user accounts, ensure you do the following: A. use a password manager to create ‘memorable’ passwords, e.g. a sequence of words, some upper and some lower case, separated by hashtags and with all letter ‘E’ changed to 3… could have an entropy of 110bits, typically anything above 50 is safe […]
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Synology file server access problems on macOS 14 – Sonoma
It seems that macOS 14 (up to at least macOS 14.5) – Sonoma, has a bug preventing users from accessing Synology file servers. It seems this is caused by a malformed Keychain entry, created when your password changes or is entered incorrectly. Hot to fix this – temporarily… disconnect from WiFi and connect via […]
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Apple Mail shortcuts
You can use your keyboard to quickly accomplish many tasks in mail, here are the ones we find the most useful: Create new compose window Command-N Open Activity Viewer Command-0 (zero) Add senders to Address Book Command-Y Attach file to message Command-Shift-A Increase quote level Command-‘ (single quote) Decrease quote level Command-Option-‘ (single quote) Send […]
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IFC Interoperability Tips
The increasing complexity of modern construction projects has identified the growing need for enhanced collaboration and interoperability within the (BIM) framework. Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) play a pivotal role by establishing a standardised data exchange format, facilitating interoperability among diverse BIM software applications such as Revit and Sketchup. To meet this expectation for effective communication […]
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Archicad Door Surface override
We have noticed that in recent versions of Archicad, sometimes Doors display with a homogeneous surface that can not be changed by any of the Door Settings. Most likely the solution to your problem is that the affected Door object(s) have a Model Surface override applied. Unfortunately, this feature has been hidden in the latest […]
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Smart Design Practitioners Titleblock
The Smart Design Practitioner Title Block object is designed to help offices manage their Regulated Design Record obligations. Based on The Revision History object from the Archicad native Libraries, it collects and displays data stored in the Project info and Layout Issue (Transmittal) History in a simple graphic form, as per the required Regulated Design […]
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archicad collaborate login process
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PROSPECT by IRIS VR setup (on macOS)
Following up on our review of the OCULUS QUEST in Architecture, please find below an overview over our existing setup to get models into our QUEST via PROSPECT by IRIS VR. Base Setup 1 x OCULUS Quest @ AUD 630 each incl. GST1 x IRIS VR Prospect @ approx. AUD 440 pa (yearly subscription) per […]
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Getting Started with ArchiCAD and Pointclouds
Getting Started with ArchiCAD and Pointclouds Introduction Point cloud files have become increasingly prevalent in architecture design and coordination due to their ability to capture precise, high-density 3D data of existing environments. By integrating point clouds into BIM workflows, professionals can more effectively manage renovation projects, site surveys, and other processes which are dependant on […]
Andrew Kim
Adobe Acrobat optimisation
If you find either Adobe Acrobat Reader or the full Adobe Acrobat DC version to be terribly slow adjust the following settings to improve performance: Step 1 Preferences > General > untick ‘Make Hand tool read articles’ – and whilst you are at it, untick most other items… Step 2 Preferences > Page Display > […]
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Wall Schedule Label
Overview Over the years through ArchiCAD’s development, there have been a number of solutions for the production of wall schedules. In the earlier stages of CAD software, wall schedules were typically created manually, requiring meticulous attention to detail and extensive time investment. ArchiCAD introduced a paradigm shift by enabling architects to generate dynamic and data-rich wall […]
Andrew Kim
File Transfer Challenge: LAN vs. the Rest
To inform the discussion around working from home (WFH) or overseas requirements, as well as setting expectations as to what can be remotely worked on efficiently, we have conducted various file transfer tests over different types of connections. Parameters We used the LAN_Speed Test app to read and write files of various different sizes, over […]
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Magic Mouse panning
ADVICE UPDATE 2024 > Unfortuantely MagicPrefs has been discontinued, however for a small fee you can get Middle Click instead. Although the magic mouse has solved the problem with the far too easily clogged up trackball on its predecessor, by simply doing away with this ‘3rd button’ it has created another major problem: How can you […]
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Setting Up OpenVPN
What is OpenVPN? OpenVPN is an alternative VPN solution. You connect to your office VPN via an app instead of from the macOS drop-down menu. How to set yourself up (on macOS) 1. Ensure any existing vpn is disconnected. 2. Check if OpenVPN Connect app is available: /Applications/OpenVPN Connect/OpenVPN Connect.app. If not, request it from […]
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3D Printer setup for Architects
ADVICE UPDATE 2024 > Unless you require a big build plate and are prepared to tinker, we recommend to get a Bambu Lab P1S – it is affordable, easy to setup, requires no tinkering and is very reliable. Over the last few years we have come across some 3d printers that are being more or […]
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