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Adding an anchor bolt library

To add a new anchor bolt library for use, use the following steps.

  1. Open the Anchor Bolt Library form.
  2. Click Add Library. A naming dialog opens.
  3. Type a name for the anchor bolt library and click OK. A message dialog confirms the creation of the new library.
  4. Click OK. The library is loaded with an empty layout.
  5. Type a new Layout Name.
  6. Provide the following data for this layout:
    1. Select the Length Unit
    2. Type the Anchor Bolt Detail parameters
    3. Type Baseplate Dimensions
    4. Type a Callout Expression
  7. Select the Geometry Generation parameters:
    1. Select either a Rectangular or Circular pattern.
    2. Type values for the pattern parameters.
    3. Click Generate Coordinates. The coordinates table is populated.
  8. Click Save/Update Layout.
  9. (Optional) Click Add Layout

You can use the patterns or make changes as necessary.