Change Wall Type/Modify Wall

Used to change walls (wall types and wall definitions) that currently exist in the model. All modifications are managed through the DataGroup property panel.

Tip: Selecting a new wall type from the catalog item selector, opens the Change Type dialog, where the Old Value and the New Value columns are displayed for review and a new type can be applied.

The property values displayed are those from the selected wall. All property fields, except Height, and editable property values are disabled influenced by the current catalog item.
When there is an active selection set of walls of different types with inconsistent property values being modified, then the term <<VARIES>> displays in the Value fields for those properties.

Setting	Description
Catalog Item Selector	Used to select from available Catalog Items. The Catalog Item Selector combo box contains several options and settings designed to make it easier to find the exact catalog item you need to place/change. A generic example of Catalog Item selector options for searching, grouping and navigating The Catalog Item list also includes user defined assemblies, and RFA catalog items, if any. Search - Used to search for catalog items by name. Results are dynamically updated in the catalog items list. The searched text is also highlighted in the results. Group By: - Used to list catalog items in groups based on values assigned to specific catalog item properties. Groups can be collapsed and expanded by clicking the down/up arrows on the group name headers. For instance, selecting Group By: > Type for a wall catalog type creates groupings with Schematic, Partition, WallComponent, etc headings. Catalog items which have Type defined as Schematic, Partition, or WallComponent will be listed under those headings. You can also select Group By: > Do Not Group to create a flat list with no grouping. (Exemption Mechanical). (Large Icons) - Displays a representative icon for each catalog item listing. (List) - Displays catalog item listings without any icons. (Float) - When selected, the Catalog Item Selector combo box is detached from the placement/modify dialog, and becomes a separate dialog. You may prefer to have the floated dialog docked and always open over clicking the Catalog Item Selector in the placement/modify dialog for each catalog item selection. Note: The main dialog remains open and refreshes the thumbnail and preview in response to the selected catalog item. Click the Dock icon to close the floated dialog. Recently Used - Lists catalog items that were recently selected in a "Group". This is useful because when you need to repeatedly place or modify the same catalog items, you do not need to repeatedly browse or search the main catalog items list. Note: When you make your catalog item selection, it becomes the active part the Family/Part Toolbar.
Catalog Tools	A split button located to the right of the Catalog Item Selector contains tools to assist with managing catalog data prior to placement of selected catalog items. (Reset to Defaults) - Resets the selected catalog item property values to the default state as defined in the catalog library. (Edit Catalog Item) - Used to edit the selected catalog item. Opens the Catalog Editor, where you can create and edit new catalog types and catalog items. Catalog Editor can also be used to edit existing data and to view catalog item instance properties and values by definition. (Catalog Item Manager) - Used to manage catalog items library into organizational dataset. Opens the Catalog Item Manager, where you can copy or move catalog items into the dataset, and promoting current catalog items by moving then across workset levels.
Properties list - toolbar	Used to manage catalog item properties during placement or modification. Catalog item properties define the catalog item instance in the model, and are accountable in the DataGroup System data management tools. You can place a catalog item with its default property values or you can change property values as needed, place an instance in the model, and optionally save the changes to the catalog. The Properties combo box contains tools for sorting and searching the properties list: (Categorize) - When on, catalog item properties are grouped in categories based on the catalog type definitions. When off, the properties are listed alphabetically without grouping. (Alphabetical) - When on, catalog item properties are listed alphabetically without grouping. When off, the properties are listed in categories. (Description) - Toggles a description field at the bottom of the placement dialog listing information about the highlighted catalog item property. The information listed includes the property definition display name, internal name, and type definition. Search - Used to search for catalog item properties by name. Results are dynamically updated in the properties list.
Wall Dimensions	Properties that define the dimensions of the wall being placed: Width – Sets the thickness of the wall to match the thickness of the active part definition, when on. Height – Sets the height of the wall to match the height of the active part definition, when on. Note: Corresponds with the compound wall Sample Height setting, in the Family/Part Editor Definition, Compound Parts dialog. Sample Height lets you test compound wall variable height to make sure it responds the way you intend. Top Options (Top of Wall option menu) - Sets the method for creating the top of the wall. Fixed Height – The wall has uniform height; the top face of the wall is parallel with the bottom face. Connect Shapes – The wall is extruded so that the top connects to one or more 2D shapes. Connect 3 Pts – The top of the wall is located on an imaginary plane defined by three data points. Connect 2 Pts/View – The top of the wall is located on an imaginary plane that is constructed through two data points; the plane appears perpendicular in the view where it is constructed. Delete Construction – Limiting shapes and forms are deleted when on. Enabled when Top Options > Connect Shapes is selected.
Wall Parameters	Common wall properties that define the characteristics of the wall being placed: Note: Lists width and height properties for wall catalog type items. These are set in the Placement tab, and can not be modified here. Type - Sets the wall type by selecting from the Type property drop down list. Compound Wall Assembly - When on, indicates the selected wall catalog item is a compound wall. Partition Type - Sets a type for partition walls. The value is entered into the text field provided. Cavity - Sets cavity material such as insulation. The cavity materials are available on the Cavity property drop down list.
Structural Usage	Lists Structural usage properties. Structural function and material properties can be applied (if undefined) to active catalog items making them fully promoted Structural members. Structural \| Function - Sets the type of usage for the structural member. Choices are Structural and Non-Structural. Structural \| Material - Displays the material property for the structural member.
Materials	Lists Part and Family definition assignments. Clicking in the Value column cell opens a Family and Part selection box. Here parts and families are available from the option menus.
Thermal Transmittance	Lists the thermal properties to apply to the active catalog item.
Identification	Lists identification properties for the active catalog item type.
Acoustical Parameters	Lists acoustical performance properties. The acoustic rating and test reference details are set here.
Fire Resistance	Lists fire rating properties based on agency fire safety tests and classifications.
Construction Phase	Lists design and construction phase properties for walls such as New Construction, Future Construction, and Items to be Moved.
Space Bounding	Lists properties that can be defined as True/False making the selected catalog item eligible for consideration during Building energy analysis.
Quantities	Displays lengths, elevation, perimeter and net and gross surface and volume quantities for catalog items placed.
IFC Override	Lists IFC properties not automatically mapped to DataGroup System properties that can be manipulated for export.
Classification	Building Classification Systems are supported by the DataGroup System. MasterFormat, OmniClass, and UniFormat property values can be associated with any Building element. Click the Value cell to open the Classification System selection combo box. The combo box is populated with selected classification system property values. It can be resized by clicking on the combo box's bottom right corner. Search for properties by name. Search results are displayed in the classifications hierarchy. Double click a property to select it. This action also closes the selection menu. The selected property displays in the selected classification system property value (on the Properties list).

Note: Information in the Value column rows can be completed by selecting the applicable cell to activate an editor field, an option menu, or a pop up dialog. This data is written to the element properties. Properties displayed with grey text are read only. Some of these are set in the placement tool's Placement tab, and can be modified there. The dividing bar between the Property, and Value columns can be moved to change the width of either area, or resize the dialog. A vertical and horizontal scroll bars are available to scroll and adjust Properties panel viewing and the display of data.

Key-in: TFWALL MODIFY

Change Wall Type/Modify Wall

A generic example of Catalog Item selector options for searching, grouping and navigating