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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 […]
Daniel
Drawing Numbering System
Drawing Numbering System: A Scalable Solution One major challenge that most architectural practices face sooner or later is developing a logical and scalable Drawing Numbering System (DNS). A well-designed DNS should accommodate projects ranging from small-scale residential to large and complex institutional projects, which may be staged and spread across various sites. At the same […]
Daniel
Identifying malicious email
ADVICE UPDATE 22/06/2020 > updated with best cybersecurity practices. Best practice approach to cybersecurity Since any defence mechanism is only as strong as its weakest link (typically the human involved), we recommend everyone to follow the below principles: DO NOT click on links or download attachments from people:– you DO NOT knowand/or– you are NOT currently […]
Daniel
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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Silently and Remotely Update Vectorworks 2025 for mac
As per the “install” post, this is also executed via Addigy Smart Software. Condition Script #====app_exists====# checkFilePath="/Applications/Vectorworks 2025/Vectorworks 2025.app" if [ -e "$checkFilePath" ]; then echo "File $checkFilePath exists" else echo "File $checkFilePath does not exist" exit 1 fi #====process_not_running====# processName="Vectorworks" if ps axco comm | grep -q "$processName"; then echo "Process $processName running" exit […]
Kevin
Restart your Mac properly
Why should I restart? To keep your Mac running at its best, a restart often helps to set things straight. If your Mac is managed by an IT admin, e.g. via jamf, Mosyle or our own RADAR service, it is crucial to restart your Mac before you leave for the day, so the management system […]
Daniel
Smart Views from Sun
Setup Confirm the Project North and Project Geolocation are set correctly: ARCHICAD > Project Preferences > Project Location… Place the Views from the Sun object into the model space or worksheet (3D guides available only if object is placed into model space). Align its centre with the centre of your project (i.e. typically the centre […]
Martin Petru
archicad collaborate login process
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Daniel
Convert mobile to local account
To convert a mobile (a.k.a. portable home directory) to a local user account do the following: If you are using network user accounts on 10.7 / Lion and later, you will also have to do the following: login to network user account; go to System preferences > Users & Groups > Current User > Mobile […]
Daniel
Google Mail Signature setup
Select and copy a signature from another staff email to the clipboard; Open Gmail and access Settings…• Click the gear icon in the top right corner• Select “See all settings” Navigate to the Signature section• Scroll down to the “Signature” section Create a new signature• Click “Create new”Enter a name for your signature Add your […]
Daniel
Twinmotion ‘missing image file’ solution
Problem: “missing image file” when opening a Twinmotion project file on another computer; Solution: Use “Resource collector” feature on the computer before saving your project file; With project opened, go to Twinmotion menu bar > Edit > Resource collector; Select destination path – ideally a folder on your regular file server; You will end up […]
Daniel
Guide to Better Archicad
Use the following Tips and Tricks regularly to keep Archicad project file performance at its best. SWITCH OFF WIFI on your Workstation An ethernet connection is faster and more stable than Wifi. Keeping a single fast connection to the server avoids a lot of problems. SAVE, BACKUPS & RECORD SETS Save or at least send […]
Daniel
Mailing Company transition tips
As more and more ISP’s (e.g. ozemail and iinet) are giving up on their free email offering, we find that the transition instructions to e.g. the Mailing Company areseverly lacking. Thus please find below our tips and notes… Locating the Project Survey Points and Project Origins Phasellus sollicitudin arcu et tempor tincidunt. Aenean luctus euismod […]
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Smart Wall Schedule Label
Simple Wall Schedulesby macinteract. Archicad users use our Smart Wall Schedule Label to streamline and ensure consistency in documentation. Save yourself time and money. Also included with our Smart Template. Compatible from AC27+ Buy now. Learn More. "Simple label that can be placed directly on wall elements. It is much easier than drawing schedules manually." You […]
Andrew Kim
Automate Mail with Applescript (up to 10.6)
Ever wondered how you can setup an automated mailing list to organise e.g. your sports team? Our problem: not getting enough numbers for our weekly team sport and having to go down to the park in vain! Our solution: setup our mac mini running 10.6 using apple script to send an invitation, collect and count […]
Daniel
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