• What's New
  • New and Changed in ProStructures 2024
    • ProStructures
    • New and Changed in MicroStation 2024
  • New and Changed in ProStructures 2023
    • ProStructures
    • New and Changed in MicroStation 2023
  • New and Changed in CONNECT Edition Update 7.2
    • ProStructures
    • New and Changed in MicroStation CONNECT Edition Update 17.2
  • New and Changed in CONNECT Edition Update 7.1
    • ProStructures
    • New and Changed in MicroStation CONNECT Edition Update 17.1
  • New and Changed in CONNECT Edition Update 7
    • ProStructures
    • New and Changed in MicroStation CONNECT Edition Update 17
  • New and Changed in CONNECT Edition Update 6
    • ProStructures
    • ProSteel
    • ProConcrete
    • New and Changed in MicroStation CONNECT Edition Update 16
  • New and Changed in CONNECT Edition Update 5.2
    • ProStructures
    • ProSteel
    • ProConcrete
    • MicroStation CONNECT Edition Update 15
  • New and Changed in CONNECT Edition Update 5.1
  • New and Changed in CONNECT Edition Update 5
    • ProStructures
    • ProSteel
    • ProConcrete
    • MicroStation CONNECT Edition Update 14
  • New and Changed in CONNECT Edition Update 4
    • ProStructures
    • ProSteel
    • ProConcrete
    • MicroStation CONNECT Edition Update 13
  • New and Changed in CONNECT Edition Update 3
    • ProStructures
    • ProSteel
    • ProConcrete
    • New and Changed in MicroStation CONNECT Edition Update 12
  • New and Changed in CONNECT Edition Update 2
    • ProStructures
    • ProSteel
    • ProConcrete
    • MicroStation CONNECT Edition Update 11
  • New and Changed in CONNECT Edition Update 1
    • ProStructures
    • ProSteel
    • ProConcrete
    • MicroStation CONNECT Edition Update 10
      • CONNECT Services
      • Geo-Coordination
      • Item Types
      • Performance Improvements
      • Shared Raster Manager Proxy Settings
      • Visualization
      • CONNECTION Client
      • Features Moved from Technology Preview to Commercial Release
  • New and Changed in CONNECT Edition (Initial Release)
    • Configuration
    • MicroStation Changes
    • ProStructures
    • CONNECT User Interface
    • ProSteel
    • ProConcrete
    • Deprecated ProStructures Tools/Functions
• Getting Started
  • ProStructures Introduction
    • General Information
      • Displaying the ProStructures version
      • License Selection
      • ProStructures Key-ins
      • ProStructures Function Keys
    • ProStructures Basics
      • Important Concepts
      • Hints for Working With Drawings and Models
        • Keyboard Shortcuts
        • Using Construction Lines
      • Working With Assignments
      • Using Templates
        • Template Manager
        • To save a template
        • To load an existing template
        • To add new folders to your template settings
        • To import a template
        • To export a template
        • To sort the folder structure of your template
        • To delete a folder
    • Dialog Framework
      • ProStructures Dialogs
      • Rollover Mechanism
      • Pick Frame and Auxiliary Graphics
      • Input Extensions
    • ProStructures WorkSpace Examples
      • ProStructures WorkSet Examples
      • Configuration Variable Files
    • ProStructures Directory Layouts
    • Working with ProjectWise
      • Configuring Your ProjectWise Environment
    • Input Options
      • Input Options in Fields
      • Input Options at Object Selection
      • Special Key Commands
    • ProStructures Options
      • ProStructures Options - Options tab
      • ProStructures Options - Grips tab
      • ProStructures Options - Snaps tab
      • Steel Options - Shapes tab
        • ProStructures Options - Shapes - Shape Label tab
        • ProStructures Options - Shapes - Sketch Display tab
        • ProStructures Options - Shapes - Naming Conventions tab
        • ProStructures Options - Shapes - Flat Steel Selection Lists tab
      • ProStructures Options - Plates tab
        • ProStructures Options - Straight Plates - Plate Label tab
        • ProStructures Options - Straight Plates - Plate Description tab
        • ProStructures Options - Straight Plates - Calculation Method tab
      • ProStructures Options - Bolts tab
      • ProStructures Options - Workframe tab
      • ProStructures Options - Assembly tab
      • ProStructures Options - Reinforcing Elements tab
      • ProStructures Options - Values tab
      • ProStructures Options - Loglinks tab
      • ProStructures Options - Revision Check tab
      • ProStructures Options - Display tab
      • ProStructures Options - Colors tab
      • ProStructures Options - Monitor Colors tab
      • ProStructures Options - Configuration/Isometric Views tab
        • ProStructures Options - Configuration - Level tab
        • ProStructures Options - Configuration - Flat Steel Selection tab
      • ProStructures Options - Dialog Settings tab
        • Tooltips tab
        • Classes / Families tab
        • Match Properties tab
      • ProStructures Options - Files tab
      • ProStructures Options from Drawing
        • PC Options - Naming Conventions
        • PC Options - Color
  • Fundamentals
    • Starting ProStructures
      • To Start ProStructures
      • To Start ProStructures in a Particular Mode
    • Working with DGN Files
      • Including Files in the Active WorkSet
      • To Open a DGN File from the Work Page
      • To Open a DGN File from the File Tab
      • To Create a DGN File and Open It
      • To Open a DGN File from a Remote Location
      • To Close the Open DGN File
      • Seed Files
        • To Create a Seed File
      • Compressing Files
        • Compress Options Dialog
        • To Compress the Open DGN File
        • To Compress a DGN File Without Opening It
      • Saving and Backing Up Your Work
        • To Save As
        • To Make a Backup Copy of the Open DGN File
        • Save As Dialog
          • Save As V8 Options Dialog
            • Save As V8 Options Dialog, Remap Tab
            • Save As V8 Options Dialog, References Tab
            • Save As V8 Options Dialog, Filter Tab
          • Save As V7 Options Dialog
            • Save As V7 Options Dialog, Remap Tab
            • Save As V7 Options Dialog, References Tab
            • Save As V7 Options Dialog, Filter Tab
          • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog
            • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog, General Tab, Basic
            • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog, General Tab, Advanced
            • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog, General Tab, References
            • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog, General Tab, Line Weights
            • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog, General Tab, Entity Mapping
            • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog, General Tab, Classes
            • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog, General Tab, Cells
            • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog, General Tab, Fonts
            • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog, General Tab, Dimensions
            • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog, Remap Tab
            • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog, References Tab
            • Save As DWG/DXF Options Dialog, Filter Tab
      • Exporting to Common File Types
        • Export File Dialog
        • Save 3D As 2D Dialog
          • Save 3D as 2D Dialog, Conversion Options Section
        • Save 2D as 3D Dialog
          • Save 2D as 3D Dialog, Conversion Options Section
      • Recording Design History
      • DGN File Properties
      • File Open Progress Dialog
      • New Dialog
      • Associate Files Dialog
      • Send Mail
    • Features that Work with Bentley Cloud Services
    • Using Work Page
      • Configuration Changes During ProStructures Execution
      • To Sign In from the CONNECTION Client
      • CONNECTED User and CONNECTED Project Related Configuration Variables
      • Work Page
      • Create WorkSpace Dialog
        • To Create a New WorkSpace
        • To Create a WorkSpace at a Custom Location Using Configuration.cfg
      • Create WorkSet Dialog
        • To Create a New WorkSet
        • To Create a WorkSet from a Template WorkSet
      • Edit WorkSet Dialog
      • Assign Project to WorkSet Dialog
        • To Assign a ProjectWise Project to a WorkSet
        • To Unassign a CONNECTED Project from a WorkSet
    • Using Windows File Open Dialog
      • File Open Dialog and Open Dialog
      • File Open Dialog (Formerly MicroStation Manager)
    • Common File Selection Controls
    • Exiting ProStructures
      • To Exit ProStructures
    • Graphical Input
      • Graphical Input with a Mouse
      • Graphical Input with a Digitizing Tablet
      • Graphical Input with a 3Dconnexion Device
      • Additional Default Button Assignments
      • Remapping Buttons
        • To Remap a Button
      • Customizing Button Assignments
        • To Add a Button Assignment
        • To Modify a Button Assignment
        • To Delete a Button Assignment
      • Button Assignments Dialog
        • Button Mappings Dialog
    • Keyboard Input
      • Controlling the Focus
        • To Move the Focus Home
        • To Move the Focus to the Tool Settings Window
        • To Move the Focus to the AccuDraw Window
      • Keyboard Shortcuts
      • Keytips
      • Using Positional Keyboard Navigation
      • Using Key-ins
        • To Open the Key-in Window
        • Entering a Key-in
          • To Select a Tool or View Control Using a Key-in
        • Finding and Building a Key-in
          • To Build a Key-in
        • Recalling Key-ins
          • To Recall a Key-in
        • Editing Key-ins
        • Key-in Window
          • Key-in Tables Dialog
          • Key-in Settings Dialog
    • Gestures
      • Assigning Gestures
        • Default Gestures
        • To Assign a Flick or a Gesture
        • Gesture Assignments Dialog
          • Gesture Assignments Dialog, Flicks Tab
          • Gesture Assignments Dialog, Gestures Tab
    • Using Tools from Toolboxes
      • Working with Toolboxes
        • To Open a Toolbox
        • To Open a “Child” Toolbox from Its “Parent”
        • To Open and Float a Child Toolbox from Its Parent
        • Docking Toolboxes
          • To Dock a Floating Toolbox
          • To Undock a Docked Toolbox
        • Locating and Selecting Tools
          • To Locate and Select a Tool in a Toolbox
          • To Locate and Select a Tool in a “Child” Toolbox (Without Floating the “Child” Toolbox)
        • To Hide or Show a Tool
        • Tool Boxes Dialog
        • Close Tool Boxes Dialog
      • Working with the Selected Tool
        • Tool Settings
        • Tool Settings Window
          • To Open the Tool Settings Window
          • To Temporarily Hide the Tool Settings Window
          • To Adjust the Transparency of the Tool Settings Window
        • Checking the Status Bar
        • Data Points
          • To Enter a Data Point
        • Resetting
          • To Reset
      • Coping with Mistakes
        • To Undo the Last Operation
        • To Undo all Operations Recorded in the Undo Buffer
        • To Redo the Last Undo Operation
    • Markers
      • To Display Markers
    • Mini Toolbars
    • Dockable Dialogs
      • Using Docking Indicators
      • To Dock a Dockable Dialog
      • To Dock One Dockable Dialog on Top of Another
      • To Unpin a Docked Dialog
      • To Temporarily Display a Docked Dialog When Unpin Is Enabled
      • To Turn Off Pin for a Docked Dialog
      • To Undock or Float a Docked Dialog
      • To Re-dock a Floating Dockable Dialog
      • To Close a Docked Dialog
      • To Dock Multiple Dialogs as a Group
      • To Unpin a Dialog from a Group
      • To Undock a Dialog from a Group
      • To Unpin a Group
      • To Temporarily Display a Group When Unpin is Enabled
      • To Remove a Dockable Dialog from a Group
    • Saving a Dialog's Layout
      • To Save a Dialog's Layout
      • To Switch from One Saved Layout to Another
    • Using the Drag-and-Drop Feature
      • Explorer Dialog Links Tab Drag-and-Drop Combinations
      • Explorer Dialog File Tab Drag-and-Drop Combinations
      • View Window Drag-and-Drop Combinations
      • Models Dialog Drag-and-Drop Combinations
      • Saved Views Dialog Drag-and-Drop Combinations
      • Properties Dialog Drag-and-Drop Combinations
      • References Dialog Drag-and-Drop Combinations
      • Batch Processor Dialog Drag-and-Drop Combinations
      • Print Organizer Dialog Drag-and-Drop Combinations
      • Windows Explorer Drag-and-Drop Combinations
      • Material Editor Dialog Drag-and-Drop Combinations
    • Using the Reset Pop-Up Menu
      • To Open the Reset Pop-Up Menu
      • Paste from Clipboard Dialog
    • Using Web Help
      • To Open the Help Window
      • To Get Help on a Dialog, or Turn on Context-Sensitive Help
      • To Browse Topics Using the Contents Tab
      • To Display the Next or Previous Topic According to the Topic Order Shown in the Contents Tab
      • To Use the Index of Help Content
      • To Search for Text in the Help Content
      • To Open the Tool Index or the Key-in Index
    • Preparing to Draw
      • Seed Files
        • To Select a Seed File
      • DGN Design Environment
      • Working Units
        • To Select the Unit Names for Your Working Units
        • To Set Format and Accuracy
        • Setting the Global Origin
      • Customizing Units in the Units.def File
      • Customizing Scales in the Scales.def File
      • Saving DGN File Settings
        • To Save the Current Settings to the Open DGN File on Disk
      • Design File Settings Dialog
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Active Angle Category
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Active Scale Category
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Angle Readout Category
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Axis Category
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Color Category
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Fence Category
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Grid Category
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Isometric Category
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Locks Category
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Snaps Category
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Stream Category
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Views Category
        • Design File Settings Dialog, Working Units Category
    • User Preferences
      • To Set User Preferences
      • Preferences Dialog
        • Preferences Dialog, Database Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Help Settings Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Input Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Language Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Look and Feel Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Mouse Wheel Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Operation Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Position Mapping Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Raster Manager Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Reference Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Render Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Ribbon Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Spelling Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Tags Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Text Category
        • Preferences Dialog, Update Settings Category
        • Preferences Dialog, View Options Category
        • Line Weight Translation Dialog
  • Application Window Layout
    • File Open Dialog (formerly MicroStation Manager)
      • About ProStructures Window
    • Attributes Toolbox
    • Active Element Template
    • Active Level Filter
    • Active Level
    • Recall Level Filter Dialog
    • Active Color
    • Active Color Dialog
      • Active Color Dialog, Indexed Color Tab
      • Active Color Dialog, True Color Tab
      • Active Color Dialog, Color Book Tab
      • Active Color Dialog, Gradient Fill Tab
    • Active Line Style
    • Active Line Weight
    • Active Element Class
    • Active Element Transparency
    • Active Element Priority
    • Symbology Preview
    • Primary Tools Toolbox
    • Models
    • Models Dialog
    • Create Model Dialog
    • Copy Model Dialog
    • Select Models Dialog
    • Define Sheet Boundary
      • To Rotate the Sheet Boundary to a Specified Angle
      • To Rotate the Sheet Boundary Interactively
      • To Change the Sheet Boundary Size Interactively
      • To Change the Sheet Boundary Scale Interactively
    • References
    • References Dialog
      • Reload Reference
    • Reference Attachment Properties Dialog
    • Attachment Properties Dialog
    • Update Sequence Dialog
      • Controlling the Display of Rasters in a DGN
    • Adjust Colors Dialog
    • Select Remote File Dialog
      • Edit Bookmarks Dialog
    • Saved Views Dialog
    • Saved View Usage Dialog
    • Create Drawing Dialog
    • Level Manager Dialog
    • Level Manager Settings Dialog
    • Level Properties Dialog
      • Level Properties Dialog, General Tab
      • Level Properties Dialog, Styles Tab
      • Level Properties Dialog, Usage Tab
    • Filter Groups Dialog
    • Level Groups Dialog
    • Level/Filter Import Dialog
    • Remap Elements to Level Dialog
    • Level Display Dialog
    • Level Display Settings Dialog
    • Change Level
      • To Display Elements on the Selected Level Only
      • To Turn Off the Display of a Level(s)
    • Auxiliary Coordinates Dialog
    • Import Auxiliary Coordinate Systems Dialog
    • Properties Dialog
      • To Review or Modify Information About an Element
    • AccuDraw Window
    • PopSet Enable/Disable
      • PopSet Properties Dialog
      • To Temporarily Hide the Tool Settings Window
    • Main Toolbox
    • Element Selection
      • To Select a Single Element
      • To Select One or More Elements with the Individual Method
      • To Select Additional Elements with the Individual Method
      • To Select All Elements in the Active Model
      • To Select Elements Inside or Overlapping a Rectangular Area
      • To Select Elements Contained In or Overlapping a Polygonal Area
      • To Select Elements Contained In or Overlapping a Circular Area
      • To Select Elements That Intersect a Line
      • To Select Elements Based on Their Attributes
      • To Select Additional Elements or Deselect Some Selected Elements Based on Their Attributes
      • To Deselect an Element
      • To Deselect All Elements
      • To Restore the Previous Selection Set
      • To Filter Parametric Cells Using the Element Selection Dialog
    • Delete Element
      • To Delete an Element
    • Tasks Toolbox
    • Status Bar
    • Message Center Window
    • Message Center Settings Dialog
    • Standard Toolbox
    • View Groups Window
    • Manage View Groups Dialog
    • RSS Reader
      • Subscriptions and Notifications of RSS Feeds
        • To Subscribe to Preferred RSS Feeds
      • RSS Reader Dialog
      • RSS Settings Dialog
  • Viewing Designs
    • Arranging View Windows
      • To Open a View Window
      • To Open or Close Multiple View Windows in the View Groups Window
      • To Close a View Window
      • To Arrange Open View Windows to Minimize Unused Screen Area
      • To Cascade Open View Windows
      • To Tile Open View Windows
      • To Maximize a View Window
      • To Minimize a View Window
      • To Restore a View Window to Its Former Size
      • To Move a View Window with the Pointer
      • View Groups
        • To Create a View Group When Not Creating a Model
        • To Change the Active View Group
        • To Modify a View Group
        • To Delete a View Group
        • To Create a Multi-Model View Group by Selecting a Model
        • To Create a Multi-Model View Group by Applying a Saved View
      • Using the Resize Borders
        • To Resize a View Window with the Pointer
      • Active View
      • View Size
        • To Change the Size of the View Window
      • Window List Dialog
    • Using View Controls
      • To De-select a View Control and Continue a Suspended Operation
      • To Select a View Control
    • View Control Bar
      • View Attributes
    • View Toolbox
    • View Control Toolbox
    • View Rotation Toolbox
      • Walk
        • To Walk in a View
      • Fly
        • To Fly in a View
    • Navigate View
      • To Navigate a View
      • To Modify the View Cone Interactively
    • View Perspective Toolbox
      • Change View Perspective
        • To Change the Perspective Angle of a View Interactively
    • Set Display Depth
      • To Set the Display Depth Graphically
      • To Key in a View's Display Depth
      • To Key in the Distance to Move the Display Depth
    • Set Active Depth
      • To Set the Active Depth Graphically
      • To Key in the Active Depth
      • To Key in the Distance to Move the Active Depth
    • Show Display Depth
      • To Show the Display Depth Setting for a View
    • Show Active Depth
      • To Show the Active Depth Setting for a View
    • Change View Rotation
      • To Rotate a View(s) to a Specific Orientation with a Key-in
      • To Rotate a View(s) Counterclockwise About Its Center
      • To Rotate a View(s) to Align It with a Planar Element
    • View Rotation Dialog
    • View Display Mode
    • Adjust View Brightness
    • Update View
      • To Update a View
    • Zoom In
      • To Zoom In on a View
    • Zoom Out
      • To Zoom Out in a View
    • Window Area
      • To Indicate a Rectangular Area to Display in a View
      • To Indicate a Rectangular Area to Display in a View by a Center Point
      • To Indicate a Rectangular Area to Display in a View by Its Origin
    • Fit View
      • To Fit the Design in a View
    • Rotate View
      • To Move the Pivot Point for Dynamic View Rotation
      • To Rotate a 2D View by Two Points
      • To Rotate a 2D View to Align with the Design Plane Axes
    • Pan View
      • To Pan in a View
      • To Scroll a View by a Specified Factor
    • View Previous
      • To Undo the Previous Viewing Operation
    • View Next
      • To Redo the Last Undone Viewing Operation
    • Copy View
      • To Copy a View and Its Attributes
    • Clip Volume Toolbox
    • Apply Clip Volume
      • To Apply a Clip Volume by Element
      • To Place a Fitted Section Clip Volume
      • To Create Steps in the Fitted Section Clip Volume
      • To Merge the Step Handles of the Fitted Section Clip Volume
      • To Apply a Clip Volume by Two Points
      • To Apply a Clip Volume by Polygon
      • To Create a Named Boundary from the Clip Volume
      • To Apply a Clip Volume Using a Named Boundary
    • Show or Hide Clip Volume
      • To Change the Display of the Clipping Element
    • Clear Clip Volume
      • To Clear a Clip Volume
    • Clip Mask
      • To Apply a Clip Mask by Element
      • To Apply a Clip Mask by Two Points
      • To Apply a Clip Mask by Polygon
      • To Apply a Clip Mask by Element Range
      • To Apply a Clip Mask by Element Range for a Group of Elements
      • To Apply a Clip Mask by Element Range for a Cell
      • To Toggle the Display of the Clipping Element
      • To Clear a Clip Mask
      • To Create a Named Boundary from the Clip Mask
      • To Apply a Clip Mask Using a Named Boundary
    • Using the Grid
      • To Set Up Grid Units
      • To Turn On or Off the Display of the Grid in a View
      • To Turn On or Off the Display of the Grid in the Open Views
      • To Set Grid Lock
    • Alternatives to the View Control Bars
      • To Show the View Control Bars
      • To Use the Ribbon Group Pop-up to Select a View Control
    • ALIGN
      • To Align Two Views
    • Setting View Attributes
      • To Select a Background Image and Control Its Display
      • To Turn Other View Attributes On or Off
      • To Apply the Same Attributes to All Open Views
      • View Attributes Dialog
        • View Attributes Dialog, Presentation Section
        • View Attributes Dialog, View Setup Section
        • View Attributes Dialog, Point Cloud Styles Section
        • View Attributes Dialog, Clip Volume Section
        • View Attributes Dialog, View Seed Options Section
        • View Attributes Dialog, Background Map Section
    • Viewing a 3D Model
      • To Dynamically Rotate a View (Cube Option)
      • To Dynamically Rotate a View (Sphere Option)
      • To Rotate a View in 3D by Three Points
      • To Rotate Views in 3D to a Standard Orientation
      • To Define a Window Volume
    • Using Saved Views
      • Saved View Types
      • To Name and Save a View
      • To Import Saved View(s) from Windows Explorer
      • To Import Saved View(s) from Explorer Dialog
      • To Copy a Saved View
      • To Attach a Saved View
      • To Attach a Saved View from Another Session of the Application
      • To Apply a Saved View
      • To Update a Saved View
      • To Update the Reference Display State of a Saved View from the Properties Dialog
      • To Modify a Saved View Graphically
      • To View the List of Drawing Models Where a Saved View Is Used
      • To Delete a Saved View
      • To Create an HTML Document from a Saved View
      • Create HTML File From Dialog
        • HTML Cell Page Dialog
          • HTML Cell Page Dialog, Table Section
          • HTML Cell Page Dialog, View Attributes Section
          • HTML Cell Page Dialog, 3D View Attributes Section
        • Create HTML File Dialog
        • Design File Walkthrough Dialog
          • Design File Walkthrough Dialog, Images Section
          • Design File Walkthrough Dialog, View Attributes Section
    • Saved View Toolbox
    • Create Saved View
    • Update Saved View Settings
    • Apply Saved View
  • Models
    • Creating Models
      • To Create a New Design, Sheet or Drawing Model
      • To Change the Name and/or Description of a Model
      • To Filter the List of Models
    • Referencing Models
    • Cells and Models
      • To Select a Model as a Cell
      • To Place a Model from the Models Dialog as a Cell
      • To Place a Model from the Explorer Dialog as a Cell
    • Importing and Copying Models
      • To Import a Model
      • To Import Model(s) by Dragging from Windows Explorer
      • To Import Model(s) by Dragging from a Second Session of the Product
      • To Import Model(s) by Dragging from the Explorer Dialog
      • To Copy a Model
    • To Delete a Model in the Open DGN File
  • Levels
    • Setting the Active Level
      • To Set the Active Level Using the Active Level Drop-Down Menu
      • To Set the Active Level Using the Level Display Dialog
      • To Set the Active Level with a Key-in
      • To Set the Active Level Using the Level Manager Dialog
    • Controlling Level Display
      • To Change the Display of Levels for References
      • To Change the Display of Levels in All Views
      • To Change the Display of a Level in All Views in All Models Stored in the Open DGN File
      • To Change the Display of Levels Graphically
      • To Change the Display of a Set of Levels Using Filters
      • To Change the Display of Levels from the Explorer Dialog
    • Level Symbology Overrides
      • To Display Elements Using Level Symbology Overrides
  • Cells
    • Working with Cell Libraries
      • To Create and Attach a Cell Library
      • To Attach an Existing Cell Library File
      • To Attach an Existing Cell Library Folder
      • To Attach a Remote Cell Library
      • To Browse Cells
      • To Create an HTML Document from a Cell Library
    • Creating and Editing Cells
      • Cell Type
        • To Create a Cell
        • To Open a Cell for Editing
        • To Delete a Cell from the Attached Cell Library
    • Placing Cells
      • To Designate a Cell as an Active Cell Using the Cell Library Dialog
      • To Designate a Cell as an Active Cell Using the Cell Selector Dialog
      • Cell Selector Files
        • To Add a Cell Selector File
        • To Add a Cell Library's Cells to a Cell Selector File
        • To Add Single Cells to a Cell Selector File
        • To Change the Defaults for Adding Cells to a Cell Selector File
        • To Change a Cell Selector File's Button Size
        • To Edit a Cell Selector File
        • Cell Selector Dialog
          • Configure Button Dialog
          • Define Button Dialog
          • Define Button Size Dialog
          • Define Defaults Dialog
      • Placing Content from a Web Page as a Cell
      • Shared Cells
      • Creating Cell Elements on the Default Level
    • Annotation Cells
      • To Enable a Cell for Placement as an Annotation Cell
      • To Add Annotation Scale to Existing Annotation Cells
      • To Remove Annotation Scale from Existing Annotation Cells
      • To Change the Scale of Existing Annotation Cells with a Key-in
  • References
• Ribbon Interface
  • Ribbon Controls
    • Changing the Ribbon Workflow
    • Switching Between the Tabs in a Workflow
    • Ribbon Search
    • Keyboard Shortcuts Dialog
      • To Add a Tool as a Child Keyboard Shortcut
      • To Add a Keyboard Shortcut to a Ribbon Group
    • Configuring Keyboard Shortcuts in an XML File
  • Quick Access Toolbar
    • Customize Quick Access Toolbar
  • Productivity tools and Your Profile
  • Customizing the Ribbon
    • Pop-up Menus on Tabs and Groups
    • Modifying the Ribbon Items Delivered with the Product
    • Application Commands and Custom Commands
    • Importing and Exporting Ribbon Customizations
    • Customizing the Ribbon Group Pop-ups
    • To Add a Tool to a Group or a Panel
    • To Create a New Workflow
    • To Create a New Tab
    • To Create a New Tab from an Existing Tab or a Workflow Task
    • To Create a New Group
    • To Create a New Group from an Existing Group, Toolbox, Task, or Menu
    • To Create a New Panel
    • To Create a New Panel from an Existing Panel
    • To Create a Custom Button
    • To Create a New Split Button
    • To Create a New Split Button from an Existing Split Button
    • To Create a Drop-down Button
    • To Create a New Drop-down Button from an Existing Drop-down Button
    • To Create a New Menu-Item
    • To Create a New Sub-Menu
    • To Add a Tool to the Quick Access Toolbar
    • To Revert Customizations made to Selected Ribbon Item
    • To Revert All Ribbon Customizations
    • Migrating Old Customizations to the Ribbon
      • To Convert a Custom Task, Main Task, Toolbox, or Menu to a Group
      • To Migrate a Custom Toolbox and Assign a Keyboard Shortcut to It
    • Customize Ribbon Dialog
      • Customize Ribbon Dialog, Ribbon Section
      • Customize Ribbon Dialog, Quick Access Toolbar Section
• Setting Up the Environment
  • Configuration
    • Configuration Concepts
      • Configuration Variables
        • Levels of Configuration Variables
        • Configuration Files
        • Configuration File Syntax
          • Flow Directives and Variable Directives
          • Assignment Statements
          • Operators
        • Configuration File Processing
          • The msconfig.cfg Configuration File
          • The ConfigurationSetup.cfg Configuration File
          • The WorkSpaceSetup.cfg Configuration File
          • Organization Configuration Files
          • The User Configuration File
          • The WorkSpace Configuration File
          • The WorkSet Configuration File
          • The Role Configuration File
          • Debugging Configuration Files
        • DGN WorkSet and WorkSet Configuration Files
          • Changing the WorkSet's Root
          • Changing the Location of DGN WorkSet (DGNWS) Files
        • WorkSet Templates
        • Typical Configuration Scenario
    • ProStructures Configuration Variables
      • Base Paths
      • Units System
      • User Interface
      • WorkFrames
      • Structure Property Catalog
      • Materials
      • Classification
      • Shapes
      • Plates
      • Mechanical Fasteners
      • Welds
      • Bracing
      • Handrails
      • Joists
      • Stairs
      • Dispatch Cells
      • User Parts
      • Concrete Modeling
      • Rebar Modeling
      • Connections
      • EEDs
      • Position Flags
      • Details
      • North Arrows
      • Elevation Flags
      • Partlist
      • Exchange
      • Rebar Application
      • SMC Column Grids
      • Miscellaneous Data Files
      • ProStructures Common Configuration Variables
    • Managing Your Configuration
      • To Find the Location of Your Active WorkSpace and WorkSets
      • About Configuration Window
      • Supplied Sample WorkSets
      • Sharing an Existing ProStructures Configuration
      • Working with Configuration Variables
        • To Modify User-Level Configuration Variables
        • To Set a Path Configuration Variable
        • To Set a Directory Configuration Variable
        • To Set a Filename Configuration Variable
        • To Set a Keyword Configuration Variable
        • To Edit a Configuration Variable
        • Using Configuration Variables in Key-ins
        • Configuration Variables Dialog
          • Edit Configuration Variable Dialog
          • New Configuration Variable Dialog
          • To Define a New Configuration Variable Using the New Configuration Variable Dialog
        • User Configuration Variables
          • Data Files Configuration Variables
          • Extensions Configuration Variables
          • Operation Configuration Variables
          • Primary Search Paths Configuration Variables
          • Seed Files Configuration Variables
          • Uncategorized Configuration Variables
    • Customizing the User Interface
      • Tools, Toolboxes, and Tasks
        • Using Tasks and Workflows
        • Customizations in DGN Libraries
          • To Open a Configured DGN Library from the Customize Dialog
        • Importing Customizations
      • Tools
        • Tool Properties
        • Working with Custom Tools
          • To Add a Tool
          • To Add Tool Properties
          • To Delete Tool Properties
          • To Select an Icon for a Tool
          • To Add a Template to a Tool
          • To Add to a Tool a Key-in That Runs an Application
          • To Add to a Tool a Key-in That Links to a Website
          • To Add Tool Settings to a Tool
          • To Make a Tool Visible Only in Certain Situations
          • To Rename a Tool
          • To Copy a Tool
          • To Move a Tool
          • To Move a Tool Using Cut and Paste
          • To Reorder Tools
          • To Delete a Tool
      • Toolboxes
        • Toolbox Properties
        • Working with Custom Toolboxes
          • To Add a Toolbox
          • To Change a Toolbox's Properties
          • To Rename a Toolbox
          • To Copy a Toolbox
          • To Move a Toolbox
          • To Move a Toolbox Using Cut and Paste
          • To Reorder Toolboxes
          • To Sort the Contents of DGN Files or Toolboxes
          • To Delete a Toolbox
          • To Customize a Standard Toolbox
          • To Open a Custom Toolbox in a Floating Toolbox
          • To Open a Custom Toolbox in a Floating Toolbox Using the Customize Dialog
          • To Open a Custom Toolbox in a Floating Menu
      • Tasks
        • Workflows
        • Task and Workflow Properties
        • Working with Custom Tasks and Workflows
          • To Add a Task
          • To Add a Workflow
          • To Rename a Task or Workflow
          • To Add Tools to a Task or Workflow
          • To Copy a Task or Workflow
          • To Reference a Task or Workflow in Another Task or Workflow
          • To Move a Task or Workflow
          • To Move a Task or Workflow Using Cut and Paste
          • To Reorder Tasks or Workflows
          • To Sort the Contents of DGN Files, Tasks, or Workflows
          • To Find the Properties of a Tool Used by a Task or Workflow
          • To Open a Task or Workflow in a Floating Toolbox
          • To Open a Task or Workflow in a Floating Menu
          • To Delete a Task or Workflow
          • To Select an Icon for a Task or Workflow
      • Main Tasks
        • Main Task Properties
        • Working with Main Tasks
          • To Add a Main Task
          • To Rename a Main Task
          • To Add Tools to a Main Task
          • To Assign a Main Task to a Task
          • To Copy a Main Task
          • To Move a Main Task
          • To Move a Main Task Using Cut and Paste
          • To Reorder Main Tasks
          • To Sort the Contents of a Main Task
          • To Find the Properties of a Tool Used by a Main Task
          • To Open a Main Task in a Floating Toolbox
          • To Open a Main Task in a Floating Menu
          • To Delete a Main Task
      • Context Menus
        • Context Menu Properties
        • Working with Custom Context Menus
          • To Add a Context Folder
          • To Add a Context Menu or Menu Item
          • To Set the Location of a Context Menu or Menu Item in the Right-Click Menu
          • To Add a Tool or Toolbox to a Context Folder or Context Menu
          • To Add an Icon to a Context Menu Item
          • To Add a Key-in to a Context Menu Item
          • To Display or Hide a Context Folder, Menu, or Menu Item
          • To Enable or Disable a Context Menu or Menu Item
          • To Add a Menu Mark to a Context Menu Item
          • To Hide a Standard Context Menu Item
      • Explorer Context Menus
        • Explorer Context Menu Properties
        • Working with Explorer Context Menus
          • To Add a Explorer Context Folder
          • To Add an Explorer Context Menu or Menu Item
          • To Set the Location of an Explorer Context Menu or Menu Item in the Right-Click Menu
          • To Add a Tool or Toolbox to an Explorer Context Folder or Context Menu
          • To Add an Icon to an Explorer Context Menu Item
          • To Add a Key-in to an Explorer Context Menu Item
          • To Display or Hide an Explorer Context Folder, Menu, or Menu Item
          • To Enable or Disable an Explorer Context Menu or Menu Item
          • To Add a Menu Mark to an Explorer Context Menu Item
          • To Hide a Standard Explorer Context Menu Item
      • Icons
        • To Import an Icon from an MDL Resource, DLL, EXE, DGN, or DGNLib File
        • To Import an Icon from a Bitmap File
        • To Import an Icon from an ICO File
        • To Customize a Standard Product Icon
        • To Delete an Icon
      • Importing Custom Tools, Toolboxes, and Menus
      • Customize Dialog
        • Customize Dialog, Tools Tab
        • Import BMP Dialog
        • Customize Dialog, Tasks Tab
        • Customize Dialog, Main Tasks Tab
        • Customize Dialog, Context Menus Tab
        • Customize Dialog, Explorer Context Menus Tab
        • Customize Dialog, Icons Tab
        • Define Icon for Tool Dialog
      • Docking Preferences for Docked Dialogs
      • Function Key Menus
        • To Modify a Function Key Definition
        • To Delete a Function Key Definition
        • Function Keys Dialog
      • Capturing Screen Images
        • To Capture Part or All of a Screen
        • To Capture the Entire Screen
        • To Capture a Rectangular Area Inside a View
        • To Capture the Contents of a View
        • To Capture the Contents and Border of a View
        • To Capture the Entire Screen with a Pull-Down Menu
        • To Capture the Window That Has the Input Focus
        • Screen Capture Dialog
          • Capture Screen Output Dialog
      • Digitizing Tablet Menus
        • Attaching and Activating Tablet Menus
          • To Attach and Activate a Tablet Menu
          • To Activate a Cursor Button Menu
        • Selecting Menu Items
          • To Select a Tool, View Control, or Key-in Using a Tablet Menu
          • To Select a Tool View Control, or Key-in Using a Cursor Button Menu
        • Deactivating Menus
          • To Deactivate a Tablet Menu
          • To Deactivate a Cursor Button Menu
        • Sample Menus
        • Customizing Tablet Menus
          • To Create or Modify a Tablet Menu
      • Screen Menus
        • Creating a Simple Screen Menu
          • To Create a Simple Screen Menu
          • To Open and Use a Screen Menu
        • Opening Screen Menus
        • Menu Settings Dialog
          • To Specify the Actions Associated with a Graphic Element
        • Using Context Sensitivity with Visibility Expressions
          • To Create a Context Sensitive Screen Menu
        • Edit Key-in Associated with Element
          • To Associate a Key-in to a Graphic Element
          • To Remove a Key-in Associated with a Graphic Element
        • Edit Associated Command
        • Place Icon Element
          • To Place an Icon on a Graphic Element
      • Action Strings
    • Migrating DWG Folders to ProStructures Configuration
      • DWG WorkSet Wizard
        • To Migrate DWG Folders to 2024 Configuration
    • Batch Migration from V7 to V8 Format
    • Directory Structure
  • The Level System
    • Managing Levels
      • Creating and Deleting Levels
        • To Create a New Level
        • To Copy Levels to a Different File
        • To Delete a Level
        • To Delete All Unused Levels
        • To Import Levels
        • To Export Levels
      • Updating Selected Levels
        • To Update Selected Levels
        • To Update Selected Levels in Multiple Target Files
      • Level Usage Tab
        • To View the Level Usage of a Level
      • Modifying Level Attributes
        • To Rename a Level
        • To Set Up Level Symbology
        • To Set Up Display Overrides for Level Symbology
        • To Adjust Level Properties
        • To Sort Levels by Column Headings
      • Using Filters
        • To Define a Named Filter
        • To Define a Filter on-the-fly Using the Level Manager Dialog
        • To Combine Filters Using a Filter Group in the Level Manager Dialog
        • To Define a Filter on-the-fly Using the Level Display Dialog
        • To Save an on-the-fly Filter to a Named Filter from Level Display
        • To Delete a Named Filter
      • Showing/Hiding Columns of Information
        • To Toggle On/Off Columns of Information
      • Performing Operations Across DGNs and Levels
        • Multiple Target Selection
          • To Select Multiple Targets
        • Merge Names
          • To Turn On Merge Names
        • Linked Trees Between Level Manager and Level Display
          • To Turn On the Link Tree Selection Property
        • Adjusting Level Symbology in Level Manager
          • To Change Level Symbology Across Multiple Target Files
    • Level Key-ins
      • Level Key-in Format
        • Set Level Name, Number, and Description Key-ins
        • Modify Level Attributes Key-ins
        • Key-ins to Modify Elements on a Level
        • Miscellaneous Level Key-ins
    • Basic Reference Manipulation
      • Loading Reference Filters
        • To Activate the Loading of Reference Filters
      • Copy and Paste Levels Within the Open File and Reference Attachments
        • Open File to Open File Copy
          • To Create a Copy of a Level in the Open File
        • Open File to Reference Copy
          • To Copy Level Attributes from the Open File to Attached References
        • Reference to Reference Copy
          • To Copy Level Attributes from Attached Reference to Attached Reference
        • Reference to Open File Copy
          • To Copy Level Attributes from Attached Reference to the Open File
    • Sharing Level Definitions
      • To Manually Attach a Level Library
      • To Detach a Level Library
      • Resynchronizing DGN File Levels with Library Levels
        • To Resynchronize DGN File Level Definitions with Their Level Library Sources
        • To Activate Automatic Resynchronization of Level Attributes of Reference and Library Levels
    • Levels Configuration Variables
  • Creating Sheet Models for Drawing Production
    • Scaling the Sheet Border to Fit the Design
      • Creating a Drawing by Scaling the Border to Fit the Design
    • Scaling the Design to Fit the Sheet Border
      • Creating a Drawing with a 1:1 Border, and Scaling the Design
    • Customizing Sheet Sizes in the sheetsizes.def File
    • Associating Border Attachments to Sheet Seed Models
      • To Associate a Border Attachment to a Sheet Seed Model
      • To Associate a Border Attachment to a Sheet Seed Model Using the Properties Dialog
      • Sheet Composition Toolbox
  • Building DGN Libraries
    • Cells in DGN Libraries
      • Using Multiple Cell Libraries
        • To Attach a Cell Library That Is in the Cell Library List
    • Levels in DGN Libraries
    • Display Styles in DGN Libraries
      • To Apply a Display Style to One or More Views
      • Display Style Render Modes and Options
      • Standard Display Styles
      • Thematic Display Styles
        • Thematic Display Dialog
          • Thematic Display Dialog, Display Tab
          • Thematic Display Dialog, Legend Tab
      • Display Rules
        • Conditions for Display Rules
        • Actions for Display Rules
        • Examples of Display Rules
        • Display Rules Dialog
          • To Create a Display Rule Set and Add Display Rules
        • Generate Display Rules Dialog
        • Condition Editor Dialog
          • To Add Conditions to a Display Rule
      • Create, Copy, and Delete Display Styles
      • Appearance of Reference Display Styles in Active Model
      • Display Styles Dialog
      • Background Dialog
        • Background Dialog Gradient Tab
        • Background Dialog Image Tab
        • Background Dialog Ground Plane Tab
    • Line Styles in DGN Libraries
      • Copying Line Style Definitions
        • To Copy Line Style Definitions from One Line Style Library to Another
      • Line Style Components
        • To Define a Line Style
        • To Change the Component to Which a Line Style Definition Is Directly Linked
      • Working with Stroke Pattern Components
        • To Create a Stroke Pattern Component (by Adapting an Existing Component)
        • To Create a Stroke Pattern Component (Without Adapting an Existing Component)
        • To Modify a Stroke Pattern Component
        • To Delete a Stroke Pattern Component
      • Working with Point Symbol Components
        • To Create a Point Symbol Component (by Adapting an Existing Component)
        • To Create a Point Symbol Component (Without Adapting an Existing Component)
        • To Modify a Point Symbol Component
        • To Delete a Point Symbol Component
        • To Create a Point Symbol
      • Working with Compound Components
        • To Create a Compound Component (by Adapting an Existing Component)
        • To Create a Compound Component (Without Adapting an Existing Component)
        • To Modify a Compound Component
        • To Delete a Compound Component
      • Name ID and Line Styles
    • Multi-line Styles in DGN Libraries
    • Text Styles in DGN Libraries
    • Dimension Styles in DGN Libraries
    • Detailing Symbol Styles in DGN Libraries
    • Drawing Seeds in DGN Libraries
      • Creating Customized Drawing Seeds
        • To Create a Custom Drawing Seed for a Section Callout
        • Customized Drawing Seeds for Detail Callouts
    • Element Templates in DGN Libraries
      • Working with Template Groups
        • To Add a Template Group
        • To Rename a Template Group
        • To Copy a Template Group
        • To Move a Template Group
        • To Reorder Template Groups
        • To Delete a Template Group
      • Working with Element Templates
        • Template Properties
        • Template Properties for Terrain Models
        • Element Templates Dialog
          • Define Active Point Dialog
          • Import XML Data from File Dialog
          • Export XML Data Dialog
          • Generate HTML Report Dialog
      • To Add a Template
      • To Add Template Properties
      • To Add Material Properties
      • To Delete Template Properties
      • To Rename a Template
      • To Copy a Template
      • To Move a Template
      • To Reorder Templates
      • To Delete a Template
      • To Update Local Templates in the Open DGN File
      • To Update Selected Elements in the Open DGN File
      • Importing and Exporting Element Template Data
        • To Import Template, Custom Tool, and Custom Menu Data from an XML File
        • To Export Template, Custom Tool, and Custom Menu Data into an XML File
        • To Generate an HTML Report on Templates and Customizations in the Open DGN File
  • Managing WorkSet Data with Explorer
    • Introduction to Explorer
    • Browsing and Managing File Content
      • Managing File Content from Explorer
        • To Apply a Saved View from the Explorer Dialog File Tab
    • Exploring Link Sets in Explorer
      • Selecting a Link Set
      • Viewing Information in a Link Set
        • To Browse an Existing Link Set
        • To Add a File Link to the WorkSet Link Set
        • To Open a Link in the Active Link Set
      • Adding Links to Elements
        • To Add a Link to an Element on-the-fly
        • To Add a Link to an Element
        • To Add a Link to an Element Using Right-Click
        • To Link an Element with a Model from the Models Dialog
        • To Link an Element with a Saved View from the Saved Views Dialog
        • To Link an Element with a Reference from the References Dialog
        • To See if There Are Links Attached to an Element
        • To See if There are Links Attached to an Element from the Properties Dialog
        • To Open a Link Attached to an Element
        • To Delete a Link from an Element
      • Adding Links to Detailing Symbols
      • Properties of Links and Folders
        • To View a Link or Folder's Properties
        • To Change the Target File or Folder of a Linked File or Folder
        • To Change the Target Address of URL Link or Key-in Link, or Target Path of a Link Set Link
    • Managing Link Sets in Explorer
      • Working with Link Sets
        • To Create a Link Set
        • To Copy a Link Set
        • To Import a Link Set from Another File
        • To Rename a Link Set
        • To Delete a Link Set
      • Create New Link Set Dialog
    • Creating Links in Explorer
      • File Types to Which You Can Link
        • Linking to Content Within Files
          • DGN, DWG, and DXF Files
          • Microsoft Word Documents
          • Microsoft Excel Workbooks
          • Adobe PDFs
          • Folders
      • Creating Links to Files, Contents of Files, and Folders
        • To Create a Link to a File Using Drag-and-Drop from Windows Explorer
        • To Create a Link to a File Using the Create Links Dialog
        • To Create a Link to the Contents of a File
        • To Create a Link to a Folder Using Drag-and-Drop from Windows Explorer
        • To Create a Link to a Folder Using the Create Link Icon
      • Creating Links to Websites, E-mail Addresses, Key-ins, and Link Sets
        • To Create a Website Link
        • To Create an E-mail Link
        • To Create a Key-in Link
      • Creating Links to Configuration Variables
        • To Create a Configuration Variable Link
        • Link to Configuration Variable with Filtering (Harvested Folders)
          • To Create a Harvested Folder of All Sheet Models in a WorkSet
          • Resource Filters
        • Project Administrator's Common Use of Harvested Files
        • User's Common Uses of Harvested Files
      • Link Target Dialog
      • Create Link Dialog
      • Configuration Variable Link Dialog
      • Add Link to Element Dialog
      • Using Markers and Mini Toolbar for Links
        • To Open a Link
        • To Edit the Properties of a Link from the Mini Toolbar
        • To Remove a Link
      • Mini Toolbar for Links
    • Managing Links in Explorer
      • Organizing Links and Folders
        • To Add a Folder to a Link Set
        • To Rename a Link or a Folder
        • To Move a Link or a Folder
        • To Copy a Link or a Folder Using Drag-and-Drop Operation
        • To Copy a Link or a Folder Using Copy and Paste
        • To Refresh All Links in the Explorer Dialog Links Tab
        • To Delete a Link or a Folder
      • Validating Links
        • To Validate a Link or All Links Within a Folder
      • LINKS SELECT
        • To Select All Links in the Open DGN File
        • To Select All Invalid Links in the Open DGN File
        • To Select All Valid Links in the Open DGN File
    • Viewing and Managing Items with Explorer
      • Overview of Business Data
      • Displaying Items in the Model
        • To Zoom to an Item
        • To Turn On Transparency
        • To Isolate an Item
      • Working with Items Properties in the Model
    • Managing Shared Resources with the Explorer Dialog
    • Querying Data in Explorer
      • To Conduct Simple Search
      • To Conduct Criteria Search
      • To Conduct Advanced Search
      • To Edit the Saved Search Criteria
      • To Save a Query
      • To Open a Saved Query
      • To Save the Search Result as a Report Definition
      • To Delete the Search Results in Explorer
      • Advanced Search Dialog
    • Working with Sheet Index
      • To Add a Sheet to the Sheet Index
      • To Place the Sheet Index as a Table
      • To Remove a Sheet from the Sheet Index
      • Manage Sheet Index Dialog
      • To Add a Custom Property to the Sheet Index
    • Explorer Dialog
      • Explorer Dialog File Tab
      • Explorer Dialog Items Tab
      • Explorer Dialog Resources Tab
      • Explorer Dialog Sheet Index Tab
      • Explorer Dialog Links tab
      • Explorer Settings Dialog
    • Details Dialog
      • Find and Replace Dialog
      • Select Sort Order Dialog
      • Show Properties Dialog
    • Printing Sheets and Links in Explorer
      • To Print Sheets in a Sheet Index
  • Design History
    • Recording and Browsing Design History
      • What Is Design History?
      • Using Design History
        • To Start Using Design History
        • To Commit Changes as a Revision
      • Change Tracking Toolbox
      • Design History Toolbox
        • Commit Changes
          • To Commit Changes as a Revision
        • Restore Elements
        • Show Design History Tool
      • Design History Dialog
      • Element Changes Dialog
      • Revision Properties Dialog
      • Initialize History Dialog
      • Design History Delete
      • Choose Revisions (to Combine) Dialog
      • Set Revision Number Dialog
      • HISTORY MANAGE SET REVISIONFORMAT
        • To Set Revision Number Format for the Open DGN File
        • To Remove Revision Number Format for the Open DGN File
      • HISTORY MANAGE SHOW REVISIONFORMAT
        • To View the Design History Revision Number Format
      • HISTORY GOTOMODEL
    • Restoring Recorded Changes
      • To Restore a Specific Revision Number
      • To Restore a Specific Revision Number with a Fence
      • To Restore from Multiple Revisions
      • To Restore Elements from Multiple Revisions
      • To Return a Design to a Prior State
    • Using Design History in Projects
      • Using Design History in Projects
      • Revision Level Changes
        • To Restore Design History by Revision Number with a Fence or Selection Set
      • Element Level Changes
        • To Display Changed Elements
        • To Restore Elements from a Specific Revision
        • To Review the Change History of an Element
        • To Change the Active Model to the Model That Contains the Selected Element
      • Finding Design Changes
        • To Isolate History by Fence or Selection
        • To Filter the Design History List
        • To Display Revisions in References
        • To Zoom to Changes
      • Controlling Design History Settings
        • To Delete Design History
        • To Retire Design History
        • Choose Revisions (to Retire) Dialog
        • Setting Revision Number Display Format
          • Syntax for Revision Number Display Format
          • Examples of Revision Number Display Format Values
          • AA and AB Rules
      • Auditing Design History Transactions
        • To Audit a Design History Transaction
        • Design History Audit Trail Dialog
      • Tagging Design History
        • To Add a Tag
        • To Delete a Tag
        • Design History Tags Dialog
    • Design History Configuration Variables
  • External Database Interface
    • Managing Non-Graphical Data
      • Associating Elements to Non-Graphical Data
      • Tag to Database Converter
      • What Is the Database Interface?
      • Why Use the Database Interface?
      • What Is a Relational Database?
      • Why Use a Relational Database?
      • Database Server
        • Supported Database
      • Selection Factors
      • Database Product Families
        • Oracle
          • Oracle Product Descriptions
        • ODBC Database Interface
        • OLE DB Database Interface
          • Using Oracle Data Provider (ODP) With OLEDB and BUDBC Connections
    • Connecting to Databases
      • Setting Up the Database Interface
        • Connecting to ODBC
          • To Set Up the ODBC Interface
          • To Connect to an ODBC Database from the Connect to Database Dialog
          • To Connect to an ODBC Database from the Product Properties Dialog
        • Connecting to Oracle
          • Setting Up Oracle
          • To Set Up the GIS Example Database
          • To Connect to an Oracle Database from the Connect to Database Dialog
          • To Connect to an Oracle Database from the Product Properties Dialog
          • Windows Notes
        • Connecting to an OLE DB Data Source
          • Setting Up OLE DB
          • To Create a UDL File in Windows
          • To Create a UDL File in ProStructures
          • To Edit a UDL File
          • To Connect to an Existing OLE DB Data Source
        • Connecting to BUDBC
          • To Connect to a BUDBC Database
        • MS_LINKTYPE
          • OLEDB Configuration Variables
          • Copying Elements with Attached Linkages
      • Database Configuration Variables
      • Troubleshooting Database Connections
      • Connect to Database Dialog
      • Key-in to Disconnect a Database
    • Linking Database Rows to Elements
      • Database Tools Available in ProStructures
      • Visual SQL Query Builder
        • Visual SQL Query Builder Dialog Overview
        • Building Simple SELECT Statements
          • To Use the Visual SQL Query Builder to Build a Query: Example 1
          • To Use the Visual SQL Query Builder to Build a Query: Example 2
          • Joining Tables
            • To Use the Visual SQL Query Builder to Build a Query: Example 3
            • To Use the Visual SQL Query Builder to Build a Query: Example 4
        • Creating Linkages Using the Visual SQL Query Builder
          • To Link a Database Row to a Graphic Element
        • Reviewing Database Attributes
        • Database Form Dialogs
          • To Create a New Form Dialog Containing All Items
          • To Perform a Review from a Form Dialog
          • Locating Linked Elements
            • To Display the Design Element Linked to One of the Records
          • Opening, Editing, and Saving Form Dialogs
            • To Save or Customize the Form Generated from the Visual SQL Query Builder
            • To Open a Saved Form
            • To Open a Saved Form by Using a Key-in
      • Using SQL
        • Opening and Saving Query Statements
          • To Open a Query Statement
          • To Save a Query Statement
        • SQL Statements
          • SELECT SQL Statement
          • UPDATE SQL Statement
          • DELETE SQL Statement
          • INSERT SQL Statement
          • CREATE TABLE SQL Statement
          • DROP SQL Statement
          • COMMIT SQL Statement
          • ROLLBACK SQL Statement
        • Specific SQL Window Key-ins
        • Using the SQL Window
          • To Open the SQL Window
          • To Submit a SQL Statement
        • Command Files
          • To Create a Command File
          • To Submit a SQL Statement Stored in a Command File
          • Alternative Method to Submit a SQL Statement Stored in a Command File
        • Manually Committing SQL Statements
          • To Activate the Mode in which ProStructures Does Not Automatically Commit SQL Statements
          • To Explicitly Request ProStructures to Commit Statements When AUTOCOMMIT Is Set to OFF
          • To Undo (Negate) the Effect of All Statements to the Last Commit Point
          • To Reactivate the Default Mode
      • Creating Tables
        • To Create a Table
        • To Add a Table to the MSCATALOG
      • MSCATALOG Table
        • MSCATALOG Structure
        • Creating and Maintaining MSCATALOG
          • To Create the MSCATALOG Table
          • To Create an Attribute Table in the Database
          • To Add a Table to the MSCATALOG Table
          • To Delete a Table from the MSCATALOG Table
          • To Drop a Table from the Database
          • Database Setup (MSCATALOG) Dialog
            • Add Table Dialog
      • Database Tools
      • Creating Linkages
        • To Create Linkages
        • Defining the Active Entity
          • To Define the Active Entity Graphically by Using the Database Tool
          • To Directly Define the Active Entity by Key-in
          • To Define an Active Entity from a Seed Row
          • Editing the Active Entity
            • To Edit the Active Entity by Using an SQL UPDATE Command
        • Setting Linkage Mode
          • To Set Linkage Mode
        • Attaching Linkages to Cell Libraries
        • Database Dialog
    • Querying and Maintaining the Database
      • Reviewing Attributes
        • To Change the Selection Criteria
        • To Check the Selection Criteria for All Tables (SQLREVIEW Values for All Tables in MSCATALOG)
        • Visual SQL Query Builder Dialog
          • Visual SQL Query Builder Dialog, Select Tab
          • Visual SQL Query Builder Dialog, Where Tab
          • Visual SQL Query Builder Dialog, GroupBy Tab
          • Visual SQL Query Builder Dialog, OrderBy Tab
          • Select Table Dialog
          • Form Dialog
          • Visual SQL Data Browser Dialog
      • Displaying Database Attributes in the DGN File
        • Displaying Attributes
        • To Create a Displayable Attribute Type
        • To Modify a Displayable Attribute Type
      • Detaching Linkages
      • Verifying Linkages
        • Verify Linkages Dialog
          • Verify Linkages Dialog Icons
    • Generating Reports
      • Report Tables
        • To Generate Report Tables
        • To Check the Report Table Names for All Tables Listed in MSCATALOG
        • To Change a Report Table Name Specification
      • Fence Filters
        • To Discard Previously Defined Fence Filter Specifications and Disable Fence Filter Selection
        • To Define a Fence Filter and Enable Fence Filter Selection
        • To Highlight Elements in a Fence Using a VBA Macro
      • Report Formatting and Output
    • Database Interface Reference
      • Database Toolbox
        • Connect to Database Tool
        • Open Verify Linkages Tool
        • Open Visual Query Builder Tool
        • Attach Active Entity Tool
          • To Attach the Active Entity to an Element
        • Show Linkage Mode
          • To Display the Linkage Mode
        • Show Active Entity Tool
          • To Display the Active Entity
        • Define Active Entity Graphically Tool
          • To Set a Database Row as the Active Entity
        • VSQL Review Database Attributes of Element
          • To Review a VSQL Database Record
        • Review Database Attributes of Element Tool
          • To Review the Database Attributes of an Element
        • Detach Database Linkage
          • To Detach Database Rows from an Element
        • Attach Displayable Attributes Tool
          • To Designate a Displayable Attribute Text Node
        • Load Displayable Attributes Tool
          • To Load a Displayable Attribute Text Node
          • To Load a Displayable Attribute on Use Fence Mode
        • Generate Report Table Tool
          • To Generate a Report Table
      • ACTIVE DATABASE (DB=)
        • To Connect ProStructures to an Oracle Database
        • To Connect ProStructures to ODBC
        • To Check the Name of the Database to Which ProStructures is Connected
      • ACTIVE ENTITY (AE=)
        • To Define the Active Entity
      • ACTIVE REPORT (RS=)
        • To Name a Report Table
        • To Display the Active Report Table Names in the SQL Window
      • ACTIVE REVIEW (RA=)
        • To Select Which Row Can Be Reviewed
        • To Display the Active Review SELECT Statements in the SQL Window
      • DEFINE SEARCH (DS=)
        • To Specify and Activate a Fence Filter
        • To Display the Current Fence Filters in the SQL Window
        • To Disable All Fence Filters
      • EDIT AE
        • To Edit the Active Entity
      • FIND (FI=)
        • To Select a Row and Set It as the Active Entity
      • SESSION AUTOCOMMIT [OFF|ON]
      • SESSION DEBUG [OFF|ON]
        • List Database Transaction Details
        • To Discontinue the Transaction Log
      • SET DATABASE
        • To Review and Modify the MSCATALOG Table
      • SQL
      • SQL Window
      • Cell Link
        • To Attach a Linkage to a Cell(s)
        • To Detach Linkages from a Cell(s)
      • Cell Link Dialog
  • Using DWG and Other File Formats
    • MicroStation for AutoCAD Users
      • User Interface and Basic Concepts
      • Drawing and Modeling
        • To Use a Selection Set with a Command
        • To Create the Equivalent of an Overlay
        • To Create Overlays When Saving a DGN File to DWG
      • Generating Drawings and Visualization
        • To Place Text Using a Specific Font
    • Working with DWG Data
      • Introduction to Working with DWG Data
        • The DGN and DWG File Formats
        • Strategies for Working with DWG Data
          • Working with a DGN File, Then Saving to a DWG File
          • Working with DWG Files in Your Product
        • Planning Your Project
      • RealDWG and Object Enablers
      • Working in DWG Workmode
        • Product Functionality in DWG Workmode
        • Setting the Workmode to DWG
          • To Set the DWG Workmode at User Level
        • Managing DWG Settings
      • DWG Workmode Capability Variables
        • To Enable or Disable a Function Using a Configuration File
        • Workmode.cfg syntax
          • Workmode Variables
          • Operators
          • Prefixes
          • Capability Variables
      • Saving to DWG Files
        • Saving to Other File Formats
          • To Save the Open File as a DWG File
          • To Save the Open File to a V8 DGN File
        • Saving DGN Elements to DWG Files
        • Using the Batch Converter
          • To Perform a Batch Conversion
          • To Set Up a Batch Conversion Job
          • To Process a Batch Conversion Job
          • Batch Convert Dialog
          • Using Drag-and-Drop Feature with Batch Conversion
            • To Drag Files from Windows Explorer
            • Using Drag-and-Drop Feature to Reorder Tasks
          • Copying Files from Source Directories
          • Saving and Recalling Batch Conversion Jobs
            • To Save the Job Setup to a Batch Conversion Job File
            • To Load a Saved Batch Conversion Job Setup
            • To Load a Saved Batch Conversion Job Setup Using a Key-in
          • Command Line Batch Conversion
            • To Run a Saved Batch Conversion Job from the System Command Line
        • Remapping Data to Other File Formats
          • To Create a Remapping CSV File
          • To Use a Remapping CSV File When Saving to Another Format
          • Using the Remapping Spreadsheet
          • Using Remapping Qualifiers
          • Understanding the Remapping CSV Format
            • Levels Section
            • Colors Section
            • Weights Section
            • LineStyles Section
            • Fonts Section
      • Working with DWG Files
        • To Open a DWG File
        • DWG Open Options dialog
          • DWG Open Options Dialog, Basic
          • DWG Open Options Dialog, Advanced
          • DWG Open Options Dialog, Line Weights
        • To Create and Open a New DWG File
        • To Create a DGN Seed File Containing DWG Standards
      • Sharing DGN and DWG Data
        • Models
        • References
          • Working with References That Will Be Saved to DWG Files
            • Merging References When Saving to a DWG File
            • Working with Nested References
            • Using Live Nesting in a DGN File That Will Be Saved to DWG Format
              • To Attach a Reference with Live Nesting
            • Defining Overlay Attachments
          • Working in DGN Files with Attached DWG Data
          • Working with References in DWG Workmode
        • Cells
          • Working with Cells That Will Be Saved to DWG Files
          • Working with DWG Blocks
            • To Place Shared Cells (Blocks) from a DWG File
            • To Place Cells from a List of DWG Files
            • To Export Blocks/Shared Cells from the Open File to a Cell Library
          • Working with Cells in DWG Workmode
          • Understanding Element Symbology in Cells
        • Tags
          • Creating Tags in DWG Workmode
        • Levels
        • Text Styles and Fonts
          • Working with Text Styles and Fonts That Will Be Saved to DWG Files
            • Converting Bentley Fonts to AutoCAD Fonts
              • To Save a Bentley Font to an AutoCAD Font
            • Specifying the Remapping of Angular and Diameter Dimensioning Symbols
          • Working with Text Styles and Fonts in DWG Workmode
          • Column Text
        • Fields
        • Enter Data Fields
        • Units
          • Working with Units in Files That Will Be Saved to DWG
            • Direct method — To Set the Units in a DGN File to Be Saved as DWG
          • Setting the Units When Opening and Editing DWG Files
            • Modifying Units in DWG Workmode
              • To Modify Units in DWG Workmode
            • Setting Units to Design Center Units
            • Setting Explicit Units Values
            • Responding to the DWG/DXF Units Alert Box
          • Working with a DGN File with Attached DWG Data
        • Dimension Styles and Settings
          • Working with Dimension Styles in Files That Will Be Saved to DWG Files
            • Understanding Tool Settings and Terminator Settings
          • Working with Dimension Styles in DWG Workmode
        • Line Styles
          • Working with Line Styles That Will Be Saved to DWG Files
          • Working with Line Styles in DWG Workmode
        • Multi-line Styles
        • Line Weights
        • Line Strings
        • Colors
        • Patterning and Hatching
        • Classes
        • Annotative Objects
        • Multileaders
        • Tables
        • Underlays
        • Wipeout Objects
        • Autodesk Architectural Desktop and Bentley AutoPLANT Objects
        • DWG File Properties
        • CTB and STB Files in Pen Tables
          • To Import a CTB Plot Style
          • To Import STB Plot Styles
          • To Save a CTB or STB File to a Pen Table
        • DWG 2007 Surfaces
        • DGN-DWG Terminology
      • DWG- and DXF-related Configuration Variables
        • DWG- and DXF-Related Configuration Variables
        • DWG/DXF Open-Specific Configuration Variables
        • DWG/DXF Save-Specific Configuration Variables
      • Troubleshooting
        • Troubleshooting — Using DWG Files in the Product
        • Troubleshooting - Saving a DGN File to a DWG File
      • Using AutoCAD Commands
        • Supported AutoCAD Commands
        • Using a Command Prefix
        • Using a PGP File
    • Exchanging Data Using Other File Formats
      • Introduction to Exchanging Data
        • General Data Exchange Information
          • Basic Terminology
          • Choosing a Translation
          • Opening a 3D File
          • Keeping Units and Measurements Correct
          • Using Settings Files
            • To Attach a Settings File Other Than the Default
            • To Save the Current Import Settings
            • To Save the Current Export Settings
            • To Save a New Import Settings File
            • To Save a New Export Settings File
          • Log File
            • To Specify an Alternate Log File
          • Versions Supported
        • General Data Exchange Procedures
          • Opening Files in Other Formats
            • To Directly Open a File in Another Format
            • To Interactively Import a File in Another Format
          • Saving Files in Other Formats
            • To Directly Save a DGN File in Another Format
            • To Interactively Export a DGN File to Another Format
      • IGES File Exchange
        • JAMA-IS IGES Translator
        • Import/Export IGES
          • Importing Dimension Elements
            • To Exclude the MicroStation Dimension Element
          • Exporting Dimension Elements
            • To Override IGES Dimension Entities
        • IGES Entities
        • IGES File Organization
        • Issues That Affect IGES Import and Export
          • Converting IGES Subfigure Names
            • To Convert a Subfigure Name to a Cell Name
          • Converting IGES Text
            • To Convert an IGES Font to a MicroStation Font
          • Converting IGES Line Styles
        • Issues That Affect IGES Import
          • Keeping Coordinate Units Correct
          • IGES Levels
            • To Convert IGES Levels to ProStructures Levels
          • IGES Drawing Sheets and Viewing Visibility
        • Issues That Affect IGES Export
          • Excluding IGES Entities
          • Alternate Entities to Use When Exporting Excluded IGES Entities
        • Exporting CALS-Compliant IGES Files
          • Settings Files for CALS Support
            • To Export CALS Class I-Compliant IGES Files
            • To Export CALS Class II-Compliant IGES Files
        • Converting IGES Entities to MicroStation Elements
        • Converting MicroStation Elements to IGES Entities
        • IGES Translation Errors and Warnings
          • IGES Import and Export Errors
          • IGES Import Errors
          • IGES Export Error
          • IGES Import and Export Warnings
          • IGES Import Warnings
          • IGES Export Warnings
        • IGES Parser/Verifier
        • Import IGES File Dialog
          • IGES Import Settings Dialog
          • Solids Import Settings Dialog
          • (Import IGES) Cell Names Dialog
          • (Import IGES) Exclude IGES Entities Dialog
          • Exclude MicroStation Elements Dialog
          • (Import IGES) Text Fonts Dialog
          • (Import IGES) Levels Dialog
          • (Import IGES) Line Styles Dialog
        • Export IGES File Dialog
          • IGES Export Settings Dialog
          • (IGES Export) Cell Names Dialog
          • (IGES Export) Exclude IGES Entities Dialog
          • (Export IGES) Text Fonts Dialog
          • (IGES Export) Levels Dialog
          • (IGES Export) Line Styles Dialog
      • Translation - IGES Configuration Variables
      • Parasolid XMT File Exchange
        • To Import a Parasolid File
        • To Export a Parasolid File
        • Import Parasolid XMT File Dialog
        • Export Parasolid XMT File Dialog
      • ACIS SAT File Exchange
        • To Import an ACIS SAT File
        • To Export an ACIS SAT File
        • Import ACIS SAT File Dialog
        • Export ACIS SAT File Dialog
      • CGM File Exchange
        • To Import a CGM File
        • To Export a CGM File
        • Import CGM File Dialog
          • CGM Import Settings Dialog
          • (CGM Import) Text Fonts Dialog
          • (CGM Import) Levels Dialog
          • (CGM Import) Line Styles Dialog
          • (CGM Import) Weights Dialog
        • Export CGM File Dialog
          • CGM Export Settings Dialog
          • Font-Text Style Mapping Dialog
          • Line Style-Linetype Mapping Dialog
          • CGM Reference Files Settings Dialog
          • (CGM Export) Weights Dialog
      • Translation — CGM Configuration Variables
      • STEP AP203/AP214 File Exchange
        • To Import a STEP File
        • To Export STEP Data
        • Import STEP AP203/AP214 File Dialog
          • AP203/AP214 Import Settings dialog
        • Export STEP AP203/AP214 File Dialog
          • AP203/AP214 Export Settings Dialog
        • Boundary Representation Data Exchange and Healing
        • Notes Regarding STEP AP203/AP214 Translation
      • Translation - Step Configuration Variables
      • VRML World Files
        • To Export a View to a VRML World File
        • Viewing VRML World Files
        • VRML Exporting and Viewing Hints
        • Export VRML World File Dialog
          • Export VRML World File Dialog, File Options Tab
          • Export VRML World File Dialog, Image Options Tab
      • STL File Exchange
        • To Import an STL File
        • To Export an STL File from the View
        • To Export an STL File Using Clip Volumes
        • Import STL File Dialog
        • Export STL File Dialog
      • Using IFC Files
        • To Import an IFC File
      • Using 3DM Files
        • To Import a 3DM File
        • OpenNurbs File Settings Dialog
      • Exporting to SVG Format
        • To Export to an SVG File
        • Export SVG Dialog
      • Using FBX Files
        • To Import an FBX File
        • To Export an FBX File
        • FBX Open File Settings Dialog
        • FBX Export Settings Dialog
      • Using OBJ Files
        • To Export Geometry to an OBJ File
        • OBJ Open File Settings Dialog
        • OBJ Export Settings Dialog
      • Using SketchUp Files
        • SketchUp File Texture Maps
        • To Import a SketchUp (.skp) File
        • To Export Geometry to a SketchUp (.skp) File
        • SketchUp (SKP) Export Dialog
      • Using GIS Files
        • To Import a GIS File
        • To Open a GIS File
        • To Attach a GIS File as a Reference
      • (Technology Preview) Using PDF Files
        • (Technology Preview) To Import a PDF with Vector Elements
        • (Technology Preview) To Open a PDF File
        • (Technology Preview) To Attach a PDF with Vector Elements as a Reference
      • Exporting to Collada (.dae) Format
        • To Export Geometry to a Collada (.dae) File
        • Collada Export Settings Dialog
      • Exporting U3D Files
        • To Export a U3D File
      • Using 3DS Files
        • 3DS Open File Settings Dialog
      • Using JT Files
        • Exporting JT Files
          • To Export a DGN File to the JT File Format
          • JT Export Settings
            • To Save JT Export Settings
            • To Attach a JT Export Settings File
          • JT Exporter Dialog
            • JT Exporter Dialog, File Options Tab
            • JT Exporter Dialog, JT Options Tab
        • Importing JT Files
          • To Import a JT File
          • JT File Settings Dialog
      • RFA File Support
        • RFA Import Options Dialog
      • Exporting to Vue (.vob) Format
        • To Export to a VOB File
        • Vue Export Settings Dialog
    • Exchanging Data with Other Applications
      • Copying and Pasting Using the Clipboard
        • Copying to the Windows Clipboard
          • To Copy Elements to the Clipboard
        • Pasting from the Clipboard
          • Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE) Links
            • To Paste Elements, Text, or Linked Text from the Clipboard
            • To Paste Elements, Text, or Linked Text from the Clipboard Using Paste Special
            • To Start the Application That Is the Source of Linked Text in the Model
            • To Paste a Bitmapped Graphic in the Model
            • DDE Links
              • Link Manager Dialog
          • Pasting Rich Text Format (RTF)
            • To Paste RTF Text into ProStructures
            • To Paste RTF Text as an OLE Embedded Document into ProStructures
          • Pasting Audio Notes
            • To Paste an Audio Note
            • To Play an Audio Note
          • Pasting Animation Sequences
            • To Paste an Animation Sequence
            • To Play an Animation Sequence
          • Paste Special Dialog
          • Paste OLE Dialog
      • Using View Objects
        • Sending Views to Other Applications
          • To Serve a View Object
          • To Capture a View Object
          • To Capture a Product’s View Object Using DDE
        • Editing View Objects in Other Applications
          • To Embed a View Object in a Container Using OLE2
          • To Edit an Embedded View Object in the Container
          • To Edit a Linked View Object in the Container
        • Sending Key-ins to the Product Through a DDE Link
          • To Send a Key-in to the Product via a DDE Link from an Application
          • Sample DDE Conversation
      • MDL LOAD OLESERVE
        • To Load the OLE2 Server
      • OLESERVE VIEWCOPY [view_number]
        • To Capture a View Object
      • Using OLE Container
        • Linking and Embedding Objects in the Product
          • To Link or Embed Another Application's Document by Pasting the Document by Its Size
          • To Link or Embed Another Application's Document by Pasting the Document by Two Corner Points
          • Limitations When Linking and Embedding from Other Applications
        • Editing and Updating Linked and Embedded Objects
          • To Update Linked Objects
          • To Update All Linked Objects in a DGN File
        • Insert Object
          • Insert Object Dialog
          • Change Icon Dialog
        • Update Links
        • Links
          • Links Dialog
          • OLECNTR Insert Dialog
  • Geo-Coordination
    • Geographic Coordinate Systems
      • Using a Geographic Coordinate System
        • Editing Coordinate Systems
          • To Create and Define a User Coordinate System Library
          • To Create and Edit a User Coordinate System
        • Applying a Geographic Coordinate System (GCS) to Multiple Design Files
        • Enabling Coordinate System Readout
          • Active Coordinate System Readout
        • Longitude and Latitude Readout
        • Grid to Ground Coordinate System Transformations
          • Grid to Ground Reduction to the Ellipsoid
          • Projecting Ellipsoid Points to a Map Using a Map Projection
        • Defining Custom Datums that Enable Specifying Grid Shift Files
          • To Define a Custom Datum that Allows Specifying a Grid Shift File
          • Backward Compatibility for User Defined Datums with Grid Shift Files
        • To Select a GCS
        • To Select a Geographic Coordinate System from the Library
        • To Add a Geographic Coordinate System to the Favorites Folder
        • To Delete a Geographic Coordinate System from the Favorites Folder
        • To Add a Subfolder to the Favorites Folder
        • To Delete a Subfolder from the Favorites Folder
        • To Create a Geographic Coordinate System from Placemarks
        • To Select a Geographic Coordinate System from an Attached Reference
        • To Set the GCS in an Attached Reference
        • To Select a Geographic Coordinate System from an Unrelated Design
        • To Delete a Geographic Coordinate System from the Active Model
      • Reprojecting Design Data
        • To Set Reprojection Settings
        • Vertical Datum
          • To Change the Vertical Datum of a GCS
      • GeoReferencing
        • To Geolocate a Reference
      • Workflow for Using Custom Coordinate Systems
        • Using Custom Coordinate Systems
      • Using Longitude and Latitude Coordinates
      • Local Transforms
        • Workflow for Local Transforms
        • Local Transforms and Pushing or Pulling Geographic Coordinate Systems to or from Reference Attachments
      • Using Global Positioning System (GPS) Devices with ProStructures
        • To Interact with a GPS Device
        • To Interact with Windows Location Services
        • To Place a Line String Along the Trail of the GPS Device as It Moves
        • To Enter a Data Point at the Current GPS Position
        • To Center the Active View at the Current GPS Position
        • NMEA Sentences Used by ProStructures
        • GPS Recorder
          • To Use the GPS Recorder to Record a GPS Session
          • To Use the GPS Recorder to Record a GPS Session from Windows Location Services
          • To Play and Interact with a Recorded GPS Session
      • Using Google Earth™ Tools
        • Defining Geographic Location
        • Exporting Models to Google Earth
        • Support for Collada (.dae) Files
        • Viewing Models with Google Earth
        • Support for Textured Models
      • Geographic Coordinates Configuration Variables
      • Geographic Toolbox
        • Select Geographic Coordinate System
      • Geographic Coordinate System Dialog
      • Geographic Coordinate System Properties Dialog
      • Select Geographic Coordinate System Dialog
        • Select Geographic Coordinate System Dialog, Library Tab
        • Select Geographic Coordinate System Dialog, Search Tab
      • Geographic Coordinate System From Placemarks Dialog
      • Geographic Coordinate System From Reference Dialog
      • Set Geographic Coordinate System In References Dialog
      • Reprojection Settings Dialog
      • Global Positioning System (GPS)
      • Global Positioning System Dialog
        • Global Positioning System Dialog, Settings Tab
        • Global Positioning System Dialog, Status Tab
        • Global Positioning System Dialog, Position Tab
      • Export Google Earth (KML) File
        • To Export Geometry to Google Earth
      • Capture Google Earth Image
        • To Capture a Google Earth Image
      • Define Placemark Monument
        • To Create a KML File from Google Earth
      • Synchronize Google Earth View
        • To Match the Google Earth View to the Model View
      • Follow Google Earth View
        • To Match the Active View to the Google Earth View
      • Google Earth Settings Dialog
      • Play Camera Animation in Google Earth
        • To Play a Camera Animation in Google Earth
      • Open Google Maps
        • To Open a Geographic Location in Google Maps
    • Choosing a Projection
      • Geographic Coordinate Systems Fundamentals
      • Mapping Earth Surfaces
        • Azimuthal Projections
        • Cylindrical Projections
        • Transverse Cylindrical Projections
        • Oblique Cylindrical Projections
        • Conic Projections
      • Distortion Due to Projection
    • Projections Supported
      • Standard Projections
        • GeoGraphic Latitude/Longitude
        • Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM)
        • State Plane (SPCS)
        • Military Grid Reference Systems
      • Projections for Cones
        • Albers Equal-Area Conic
        • Bipolar Conic
        • Equidistant Conic
        • Krovak
        • Lambert Conformal Conic
        • Polyconic
        • Modified Polyconic
        • Bonne Conic
      • Projections for Cylinders
        • Cassini
        • Danish System 1934/1945
        • Eckert 4 (Eckert IV)
        • Eckert 6 (Eckert VI)
        • Equidistant Cylindrical
        • Mercator
        • Mercator with Scale Reduction
        • Miller
        • Mollweide
        • New Zealand
        • Normal Equal Area Cylindrical
        • Oblique Mercator Projection and Variations
        • Swiss Oblique Cylindrical Projection
        • Hungarian EOV Projection
        • Transverse Equal Area Cylindrical
        • Transverse Mercator (TM)
        • Ordnance Survey Transform 1997/2002
      • Projections for Planes (Azimuthal)
        • Azimuthal Equal Area
        • Gnomonic
        • Azimuthal Equidistant
        • Azimuthal Equidistant with Elevated Ellipsoid
        • Stereographic (Snyder)
        • Oblique Stereographic
        • Polar Stereographic
        • Polar Stereographic with Standard Latitude
        • Orthographic
      • Other Common Projections Supported
        • Homolsine
        • Non-Earth
        • Robinson
        • Sinusoidal
        • Van Der Grinten
    • Projection Characteristics
      • Mercator
      • Oblique Mercator
      • Transverse Mercator (Very Common)
      • Equidistant Conic
      • Lambert Conformal Conic
      • Albers Equal-Area Conic
      • Polyconic
      • Bipolar Oblique Conic Conformal
      • Sinusoidal
      • Eckert 4
      • Eckert 6
      • Van der Grinten
      • Azimuthal Equidistant
      • Lambert Azimuthal Equal-Area
      • Orthographic
      • Stereographic
      • Gnomonic
    • Datum Shifts
      • Datum Shift Methods
      • Geodetic Data Catalog Files
        • Names/Extensions for Geodetic Catalog Files
        • Path Names for Geodetic Catalog Files
        • Density for Geodetic Catalog Files
        • Fallback Specification for Geodetic Catalog Files
        • Adding a New Grid Shift Override File
  • Ensuring Standards Compliance
    • Introduction to the Standards Checker
    • Using the Standards Checker
      • Defining Standards Checker Settings
        • To Create Standards Check Settings
        • Standards Checker Configuration Variables
      • Running the Standards Checker Interactively
        • Running an Interactive Standards Check
      • Generating Standards Checker Reports
        • Generating a Standards Check Report
      • Reporting Template Standards Checks in Named Groups
        • To Check Element Templates and Send Results to a Named Group
      • Running Standards Checks on an Individual File
        • To Set Up and Run a Standards Check on an Individual File
      • Running Standards Checks as a Batch Process
        • To Set Up and Run a Standards Check as a Batch Process
        • Syntax for Running Standards Checks in the Batch Process Utility
      • Standards Checker Dialog
      • Standards Checker Settings Dialog
      • Level Checker Settings Dialog
      • Text Style Checker Settings Dialog
      • Dimension Style Checker Settings Dialog
      • Element Template Checker Settings Dialog
      • Line Style Checker Settings Dialog
• AccuSnap and AccuDraw
  • Tentative Snaps
    • Tentative Snap Points
      • AccuDraw and Tentative Snap Points
      • Snapping to Tentative Points on Elements
        • To Set the Snap Mode via the Status Bar
        • To Set the Snap Mode via the Locks Dialog
        • To Set the Snap Mode via Key-in
        • Multi-Snaps
          • Multi-snap Settings Dialog
          • To Define a Multi-Snap
          • To Set a Multi-Snap from the Status Bar
        • To Set the Snap Mode Override via the Status Bar
        • Effect of Snap Modes
        • Locate Tolerance
        • Snapping to Cells
        • Element Keypoints
          • To Enable Snapping
          • To Change the Number of Element Keypoints on Each Element Segment
      • Using Tentative Points
        • To Enter a Tentative Point (Manually) to Preview a Data Point
        • Using AccuSnap to View a Tentative Point Location and Place a Data Point There
        • To Manually Snap a Tentative Point to an Element at a Keypoint
        • To Snap a Tentative Point to an Element When More than One Element Lies at the Desired Snap Point
  • Using AccuSnap
    • Turning AccuSnap On or Off
    • AccuSnap Settings
      • General AccuSnap Settings
      • AccuSnap Element Settings
      • AccuSnap Feel Settings
      • AccuSnap Settings Dialog
      • AccuSnap Settings Dialog, General Tab
      • AccuSnap Settings Dialog, Elements Tab
      • AccuSnap Settings Dialog, Feel Tab
      • Snap Mode Toolbox
    • AccuSnap and Snap Mode Settings
      • AccuSnap and the Near Snap Point
        • To Select a Near Snap Point (with AccuSnap)
      • AccuSnap and the Keypoint Snap
        • To Select a Keypoint Snap Point (with AccuSnap)
      • AccuSnap and the MidPoint Snap
        • To Select the Midpoint of an Element (with AccuSnap)
      • AccuSnap and the Center Snap
        • To Select the Center Point of an Element (with AccuSnap)
      • AccuSnap and the Origin Snap
        • To Select the Origin Point of an Element (with AccuSnap)
      • AccuSnap and the Bisector Snap
        • To Select the Bisector of an Element (with AccuSnap)
      • AccuSnap and the Intersect Snap
        • To Select the Intersection Point of Two Elements (with AccuSnap)
      • AccuSnap and the Tangent and Tangent Point Snaps
        • To Select the Tangent Snap Location on an Element (with AccuSnap)
        • To Select the Tangent Point Snap Location on an Element (with AccuSnap)
      • AccuSnap and the Perpendicular Snap and Perpendicular Snap Point
        • To Select the Perpendicular Snap Location on an Element (with AccuSnap)
        • To Select the Perpendicular Point snap Location on an Element (with AccuSnap)
    • AccuSnap Working with Multi-Snaps
  • Working with AccuDraw
    • A Simple Example of Using AccuDraw
    • Activating and Deactivating AccuDraw
    • AccuDraw's Compass
      • To Change the Color of the AccuDraw Frame
      • To Change the Fill Color of the AccuDraw Compass
      • To Change the Colors of AccuDraw's X and Y Axes, or Its Indexing Highlight
    • AccuDraw's Drawing Plane
      • Drawing Plane Coordinate Systems
        • To Switch Between Rectangular and Polar Coordinate Systems
    • The AccuDraw Window
    • AccuDraw Settings Dialog
      • AccuDraw Settings Dialog, Operation Tab
      • AccuDraw Settings Dialog, Display Tab
      • AccuDraw Settings Dialog, Coordinates Tab
    • Controlling and Using AccuDraw
    • Previewing and Constraining Data Points
      • How AccuDraw Reacts to Pointer Movement
      • AccuDraw’s Tolerance Setting
        • To Enter Rectangular Coordinates Using AccuDraw
        • To Enter a Polar Coordinate Using AccuDraw
      • AccuDraw’s Previous Distance Recall
      • Recalling Previous AccuDraw Values
      • AccuDraw Settings Manipulation
    • AccuDraw and the Popup Calculator
      • To Use the Pop-up Calculator
      • Simple Operations for the Pop-up Calculator
      • Advanced Uses of the Pop-up Calculator
    • AccuDraw's Shortcut Key-ins
      • To Constrain the Pending Data Point to a Drawing Plane Axis
      • To Interactively Enter the Distance of the Dynamic Element
      • To Interactively Lock the Angle of a Dynamic Element
    • Unit Roundoffs and Their Effect on AccuDraw
      • To Round Off the Values Displayed in AccuDraw's X, Y, Z, and Distance Fields as the Pointer Moves
      • To Cancel Distance Roundoff
      • To Round Off the Values Displayed in the AccuDraw's Angle Field as the Pointer Moves
      • To Cancel Angle Roundoff
    • Moving the AccuDraw Compass
    • AccuDraw and the Tentative Point
      • To Create an Offset from an Element, Along the X or Y Axis
      • To Create an Offset from an Element, Along both X and Y Axes
      • To Create an Offset from Two Elements
    • AccuDraw's Drawing Plane Orientation
      • Rotate AccuDraw Axes
        • To Quickly Rotate the Drawing Plane Axes
    • AccuDraw and Auxiliary Coordinate Systems (ACS)
      • To Project Points onto a Rotated Plane
    • Using Shortcut Snap Modes with AccuDraw
    • AccuDraw's Effect on Various Tools
      • To Define an Arc Segment Tangent to the Previous Segment
    • Complete List of AccuDraw Shortcut Key-ins
    • Precision Input Key-ins
      • To Enter Single Precision Input Key-in
      • To Enter Multiple Precision Input Key-ins
      • To Enter a Data Point at Specific Coordinates in the Design Plane
      • To Enter a Data Point at a Distance from the Last Tentative or Data Point and Angle Relative to the View X-axis
      • To Enter a Data Point at Distances Along the Design Plane Axes from the Last Tentative or Data Point
      • To Enter a Data Point at Distances Along the View Axes from the Last Tentative or Data Point
      • Precision Input of Relative Coordinate Values
        • To Move a Vertex in a Line String to a Z Value of 10
      • Syntax Notes for the XY Key-in
• ProStructures Common
  • Modeling Tools and Primitives
    • Construction Lines Tools
      • CONSTRUCTION
        • CONSTRUCTION - Construction Lines tab
        • CONSTRUCTION - Measurement tab
        • Measuring Distances
    • Workframes
      • Workframe
        • Workframe - Layout tab
        • Workframe - Views tab
        • Workframe - Text X / Text Y tabs
        • Workframe - Border Lines tab
        • Workframe - Options tab
        • Workframe - Cells tab
      • To place a workframe
      • Creating a Standard Work Frame
      • Modifying the Grid Spacing of Your Work Frame
      • Adding Concrete Elements to Your Work Frame
        • To add columns from the Work Frame dialog
        • To add beams from the Work Frame dialog
        • To add floors from the Work Frame dialog
        • To add walls from the Work Frame dialog
        • To add pad footings under columns from the Work Frame dialog
        • To add a strip footing from the Work Frame dialog
      • Naming Work Frame Axes
      • Creating User-defined Axis Capsules
        • To create Cell to use as your axis capsule
        • To select the user-defined cell as your axis capsule
      • Asymmetric Divisions
    • Anchor Bolt Styles
      • Anchor Bolt Styles - Hook A. Bolts tab
      • Anchor Bolt Styles - Bent A. Bolts tab
      • Anchor Bolt Styles - Plate A. Bolts tab
      • Anchor Bolt Styles - Head Bolts tab
      • Anchor Bolt Styles - Dowels Studs tab
      • Anchor Bolt Styles - Assignments tab
      • Inserting an anchor bolt using the dialog
    • Grid Systems Manager
      • Grid System Settings
      • To Create a Grid System
      • To Modify the Grid Systems (Global) Settings
      • To Duplicate and Rotate Orthogonal and Radial Grids
      • To Define Grid Line Min/Max Extents
    • Modeling Solids in ProStructures
      • Add Solid Reference
      • PS Solids Tools
    • PS Toggles
  • Modifying Model Elements
    • Move and Copy Parts
      • Copy/Move tools
      • Copy/Move/Mirror/Align
        • Copy/Move/Mirror/Align - Move and Copy tabs
        • Copy/Move/Mirror/Align - Turn tab
        • Copy/Move/Mirror/Align - Mirror tab
        • Copy/Move/Mirror/Align - Align tab
        • Copy/Move/Mirror/Align - Transfer Modifications tab
        • Copy/Move/Mirror/Align - Rotate tab
        • Copy/Move/Mirror/Align - Settings tab
      • Array 3D
    • Stretch Model Elements using a Fence
    • 3D Modifications
      • Modify tools
      • Element Modification
        • Element Modification - Common tab
          • Platform Design Example
          • Notch
          • Polygonal Cut-Outs
            • To Inverse Boolean Subtract from a Hollow Shape
        • Element Modification - Shapes tab
          • Notch between two Shapes
            • Cope
            • Moment Cope
            • Cope - US Cope
        • Element Modification - Plates tab
        • Element Modification - Chamfer tab
        • Element Modification - Edges tab
        • Element Modification - Options tab
        • Element Modification - Connection editor tab
      • Boolean Tools
  • Group Structure
    • Creation and Processing of Groups
      • Administrate Groups
        • Administrate Groups - Groups, Sub groups, Assemblies tab
        • Administrate Groups - Verify tab
        • Administrate Groups - Settings tab
      • Display in ProSteel-Properties
  • Positioning
    • Automatic Positioning
    • Positionflags and Positioning
      • Positionflags and Positioning - Insert tab
      • Positionflags and Positioning - Steel Positioning tab
        • Positioning and Comparison Rules dialog - Automatic Position details
          • Positioning and Comparison Rules - Filter and Order tab
          • Positioning and Comparison Rules - Options tab
          • Positioning and Comparison Rules - Prefixes tab
          • Positioning and Comparison Rules - Comparison method tab
      • Positionflags and Positioning - Concrete Positioning tab
        • Automatic Position Settings dialog
        • Positioning Macros dialog
        • Bar Factory Settings dialog
        • Macro Builder dialog
      • Positionflags and Positioning - Distribute tab
        • Distribution Settings dialog
      • Positionflags and Positioning - Others tab
      • Positionflags and Positioning - Drawing Number tab
      • Positionflags and Positioning - Layout tab
        • Position Flag Definition dialog
      • Positionflags and Positioning - Sort tab
    • Assigning Position Numbers
    • To Incorporate Parts and Groups EED Data to a PositionFlag Definition
    • To assign position numbers to a concrete model
    • Distribution Procedure
    • Macro tools
      • Match Properties
      • Material Mapper
      • Show Material Index
      • Position Main Parts
      • Shipping Main Parts
      • Group Note Update
      • Group Position Number Update
      • Note Update
      • Position Number Update
      • Create Cover
      • Hide/Show Objects
      • Hide/Show Part Label
      • Select Object / Offset
      • Hide/Show Parts
      • Update Group Name
  • User Part Center
    • Creating and Editing User Parts
      • To Create a User Part
      • To Modify a User Part
      • To Delete a User Cell
    • Insertion and Insertion Points
      • Inserting Cells
      • To Create Additional Insertion Points
      • Insertion Points with Alignment
    • Selecting User Parts and Folders
      • Selecting User Parts
      • Creating Folders
      • Importing Folders
      • Deleting Folders
    • (User Part Center) Settings
      • User-defined Sorting
    • Database of User Part Data
      • User-Defined Data Fields dialog
        • Defining Data Fields
      • User Part Data dialog
        • Entering User Part Data
        • Understanding Predefined Data Fields
      • Using the Display Filter
        • Edit Display Filter dialog
        • To set up the User Part Center display filter
      • Maintaining the Database
      • Creating a New Database
        • To manually create a new database
        • To update your database
  • Working With Parts
    • Understanding Parts and Views
      • Rebar Label Variables
    • Working With Part Families
      • Part Families
      • Part Family dialog
      • To set up a part family
      • To add parts to a part family
      • To remove parts from a part family
      • To update parts with attributes assigned to the part family:
    • Search Parts
      • To search for a part in your model
    • Compare Parts
    • Process Status
      • Process Status Definitions File
    • Concrete Solid Overlay
  • Create Parts Lists
    • Partlist Creation
      • Placeholders for the output path
      • Importing the Parts
        • Object GUID data in Partlist
    • Process Parts List
      • ProStructures Partlist
        • To Export Partlist to Adobe PDF format
      • Parts List Processing - Main Window
      • Create Partlist Element
      • Parts List Menus
    • Weight Values Summary
    • Drawing Partlist
      • Drawing Partlist - Insert tab
      • Drawing Partlist - List Styles tab
      • Drawing Partlist - Content tab
    • Groups Drawing Containment List
      • Groups Drawing Containment List - Insert tab
      • Groups Drawing Containment List - Layout tab
        • Format dialog (via Group Containment List, Layout)
      • Groups Drawing Containment List - List Styles tab
      • Groups Drawing Containment List - Content tab
    • To Create a Containment List
    • Item Types in Partlist
      • Item Type Properties in ProStructures
      • Item Types in ProConcrete Reports
        • ProConcrete Partlist Database Details
      • Item Types in ProSteel Reports
        • ProSteel Partlist Database Details
  • Drawing Information Table
  • Data Exchange
    • Exchange Lists
      • Names at Data Exchange dialog
      • Exchange List in dBASE-Format
    • Interface Format Selection
      • Data Exchange - Control Entity tab
    • Data Import
      • Import - General Settings
      • Import - Convert tab
    • Data Export
      • Export - General tab
      • Export - Convert tab
    • Data Exchange with RSTAB
    • Interface Formats
      • DSTV Product Interface Steel Construction
        • DSTV-Product Interface Data Import
        • DSTV-Product Interface Data Export
      • DSTV Data export
        • Hints for Transfer to Knierim
        • Example for the Output of a PPS-File
      • DSTV Analysis Interface dialog
        • DSTV NC Data Output
      • SDNF-Interface
      • KISS-Interface
      • CIMSteel/2-Interface
      • NC Data Interface
        • NC Data
          • NC Data - General tab
            • ZEMAN® Assembler
              • Example Output of a Zeman XML File
          • NC Data (DSTV Options) - Data tab
            • NC Data - Data - Header-ST tab
            • NC Data - Data - Holes-BO tab
            • NC Data - Data - Marking Attached Part tab
            • NC Data - Data - Text Stenciling-SI tab
            • NC Data - Data - Profile-PR tab
          • NC Data - Customize tab
          • NC Data - Data - DXF Options tab
          • Example Output of an NC-File
        • Expression Builder (Name Builder)
        • Log File
      • Export Groups
        • To Export Groups
    • Integrated Structural Modeling
      • What is ISM?
      • Sync ISM Tools Overview
      • Create Repository
      • Update Repository
      • New From Repository
      • Update From Repository
      • ISM Transformation Setting dialog
      • Section Mapping dialog
      • Material Mapping dialog
      • Creating a new ProStructures Model from an ISM Repository
    • StruMIS (Export IFC)
    • Export ProStructures Properties to iModel Hub
  • Using Extended Entity Data in ProStructures
    • Extended Entity Data File Format
    • Group User EED
    • Using EEDs for a single Shape
    • EED Dialog
    • Key-ins for Extended Entity Data
  • Properties
    • Shape Properties dialog
      • Layout
      • Shape Type
      • Positions
      • Dimensioning Points
      • Analysis View tab
      • Data
      • Values
      • Conical Flange offsets dialog
      • Bending
      • Static View
      • Shortening
    • Plate Properties dialog
      • Layout
      • Position
      • Dimensioning points
      • Data tab
      • Values tab
    • Bolt Properties dialog
      • Layout
      • Data
      • Values
    • Primitives dialog
    • Special Part Properties dialog
    • Assembly Properties dialog
    • Solid Reference Properties
    • Work Frames / Views
    • Structural Elements
    • Roof/Wall-Objects
    • Position Flags, Elevations, Weld Marks, etc.
    • Drawing Parts Lists
    • 3D Modifications
      • Holes
      • Boolean tab
      • Chamfer tab
      • Cuts tab
      • Polycuts tab
      • Edges tab
      • Notches tab
    • Common Properties
      • Group, Sub group tabs
      • Loglinks tab
      • Assignment tab
• Viewing Structural Models
  • Understanding Clip Planes
    • Working With Clip Planes in ProStructures
    • Clip Plane Tools
  • Using Plan and Elevation View Tools
    • Select View
      • Basic View Options
      • To set the UCS based on a view
      • To create a view
      • To delete a view
    • Plan View
  • Working With Additional View Options
    • Isometric Overviews
    • Object Views
      • Object View
      • Object ACS
  • Displaying and Hiding Drawing Elements
    • Hide Tools
      • To use hide commands
    • Isolate Tools
      • Regenerate
      • Regenerate All
    • Display Tools
    • Display Classes and Area Classes
      • Creating Display Classes and Area Classes
        • Creating a display class
        • Creating an area class
      • Controlling Element Display
      • Displaying and Hiding Classes
        • To toggle display (or area) classes on or off
        • To hide a display (or area) class
        • To display a display (or area) class
        • To hide all display (or area) classes except the one you select
        • To display all display (or area) classes except the one you select
      • Displaying and Hiding Individual Objects
        • To hide individual drawing objects
        • To display all previously hidden drawing objects
      • Deleting Classes and Removing Individual Elements
        • To remove elements from a display (or area) class
        • To delete a display (or area) class
      • Area Classes
      • Display Classes
  • 3D Object Views
    • Object View / Object UCS
    • Surface View / Surface UCS
    • Global View
    • Top View
    • Free View
    • Cutting Plane
    • Perspective View
• Steel Modeling
  • Steel Elements
    • Shapes
      • Shapes - Straight shapes tab
      • Shapes - Bent shapes tab
      • Shapes - Spiral shapes tab
      • Shapes - Options tab
      • Shape Catalog dialog
    • Adding straight shapes
    • Girder Position
    • Insertion of Shapes
    • Automatic Insertion
    • Shape Sections
    • Plates/Polyplates
      • Plates/Polyplates - Straight Plates tab
      • Plates/Polyplates - Arc Plates tab
      • Plates/Polyplates - Web Grating tab
      • Plates/Polyplates - Options tab
    • Analysis of Dimensions
    • Bent Plates
      • Bent Plates - Append Flange tab
      • Bent Plates - Append plate tab
    • 3D Bent Plates
    • Dependence of Segments
    • Bolt Styles
      • Bolt Styes - Bolting tab
      • Bolt Styles - Threaded Rods tab
      • Bolt Styles - Bolt Style tab
        • Bolt Settings - Bolt Definition
        • Bolt Settings - Nut Definition
        • Bolt Settings - Washer Definition
        • Bolt Settings - Wedge Washer Definition
      • Bolt Styles - Sort tab
  • Steel Connections
    • Connections Gallery
    • Shear Plates
      • Shear Plate Connection
        • Shear Plate Connection - Shapes tab
        • Shear Plate Connection - Distance tab
        • Shear Plate Connection - Connect tab
        • Shear Plate Connection – Cope / Stiffener tab
        • Shear Plate Connection - Punch Holes tab
        • Shear Plate Connection - Data tab
        • Shear Plate Connection - Group tab
        • Shear Plate Connection - Assignment tab
        • Shear Plate Connection - Connection Data tab
      • Box Beam Shear Connection
        • Box Beam Shear Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Box Beam Shear Connection - Connect tab
        • Box Beam Shear Connection - Joist Plates tab
        • Box Beam Shear Connection - Weld Plates tab
        • Box Beam Shear Connection - Assignment tab
      • Stiffener Connection
        • Stiffener Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Stiffener Connection - Spacing tab
        • Stiffener Connection - Stiffeners tab
        • Stiffener Connection - Stiffeners Edge tab
        • Stiffener Connection - Assignment tab
      • Beam Shear Connection
        • Beam Shear Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Beam Shear Connection - Connection tab
        • Beam Shear Connection - Joint Plate tab
        • Beam Shear Connection - Stiffener tab
        • Beam Shear Connection - Assignment tab
      • Beam Shear Connection C1
        • Beam Shear Connection C1 - Dimensions tab
        • Beam Shear Connection C1 - Connection tab
        • Beam Shear Connection C1 - Joint Plate tab
        • Beam Shear Connection C1 - Stiffener tab
        • Beam Shear Connection C1- Assignment tab
    • To place shear plate connection
    • To Create Shear Connections
    • Column Beam Connections
      • Web Angle Connection
        • Web Angle Connection - Shapes tab
        • Web Angle Connection - Distance tab
        • Web Angle Connection - Connect tab
        • Web Angle Connection - Welding tab
        • Web Angle Connection - Cope tab
        • Web Angle Connection - Data tab
        • Web Angle Connection - Group tab
        • Web Angle Connection - Assignment tab
        • To Create Web Angle Connection
      • Beam Column Flange Connection
        • Beam Column Flange Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection – Joint tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection - Support tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection – Connect Holes tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection - Support Holes tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection - Bolts tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection – Stiffener tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection - Assignment tab
      • Beam Column Flange Connection C1
        • Beam Column Flange Connection C1 - Dimensions tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection C1 - Joint tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection C1 - Support tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection C1 - Connect Holes tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection C1 - Support Holes tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection C1 - Bolts tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection C1 - Stiffener tab
        • Beam Column Flange Connection C1 - Assignment tab
      • Moment Connection
        • Moment Connection – Shear tab
        • Flange Moment Connection - Upper/Lower Moment tab
        • Moment Connection - Extras tab
        • Moment Connection - Assignment tab
      • Web Moment Connection
        • Web Moment Connection - Moments tab
        • Web Moment Connection - Shear tab
        • Web Moment Connection - Rat Hole/Stiffener tab
        • Web Moment Connection - Assignments tab
      • Seated Connection
        • Seated Connection – Bottom/Top Seat tab
        • Seated Connection - Assignment tab
      • Beam Column End Plate Connection
        • Beam Column End Plate Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Beam Column End Plate Connection - Connect tab
        • Beam Column End Plate Connection - Plate Chamfer tab
        • Beam Column End Plate Connection - Stiffener tab
        • Beam Column End Plate Connection - Assignment tab
      • Beam Column Web Connection
        • Beam Column Web Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection – Joint tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection - Support tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection – Connect Holes tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection - Support Holes tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection - Bolts tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection - Stiffener tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection - Assignment tab
      • Beam Column Web Connection C1
        • Beam Column Web Connection C1 - Dimensions tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection C1 - Joint tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection C1 – Support tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection C1 - Connect Holes tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection C1 - Support Holes tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection C1 – Bolts tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection C1 - Stiffener tab
        • Beam Column Web Connection C1 - Assignment tab
      • Pipe Strap Connection
        • Pipe Strap Connection - Strap tab
        • Pipe Strap Connection - Plate tab
        • Pipe Strap Connection - Cleat tab
        • Pipe Strap Connection - Option tab
        • Pipe Strap Connection - Standard tab
        • Pipe Strap Connection - Assignment tab
    • End Plate Connections
      • Endplates
        • Endplates - Layout tab
        • Endplates - Holes tab
        • Endplates - Connect tab
        • Endplates – Punch Holes tab
        • Endplates - Galvanization Holes tab
        • Endplates – Moment tab
        • Endplates - Shear tab
        • Endplates - User-defined tab
        • Endplates – Stiffener tab
        • Endplates - Stiffeners tab
        • Endplates - Bt. Chord tab
        • Endplates - Group tab
        • Endplates - Assignment tab
        • Endplates - Connection Data tab
      • To Create Plate Connection
    • Auto-Connect tools
      • AutoConnect
      • AutoConnect Data Manager
        • AutoConnect Data Manager - Project Setup tab
        • AutoConnect Data Manager - Record Setup tab
        • AutoConnect Data Manager - Connection Data tab
    • Base Plates
      • Standard Baseplate
        • Standard Baseplate - Layout tab
        • Standard Baseplate - Holes tab
        • Standard Baseplate - Connect tab
        • Standard Baseplate - Data tab
        • Standard Baseplate - Dowels tab
        • Standard Baseplate - Assignment tab
        • Standard Baseplate - Punch Holes tab
        • Standard Baseplate - Galvanization Holes tab
      • General Baseplate
        • General Baseplate - Dimensions tab
        • General Baseplate - Connect tab
        • General Baseplate - Dowel tab
        • General Baseplate - Flange tab
        • General Baseplate - Corner tab
        • General Baseplate - Inner tab
        • General Baseplate - Radial tab
        • General Baseplate - Extras tab
        • General Baseplate - Extension tab
        • General Baseplate - Standard tab
        • General Baseplate - Assignment tab
      • C1 Baseplate
        • C1 Baseplate - Dimensions tab
        • C1 Baseplate - Connect tab
        • C1 Baseplate - Dowel tab
        • C1 Baseplate - Flange tab
        • C1 Baseplate - Corner tab
        • C1 Baseplate - Inner tab
        • C1 Baseplate - Radial tab
        • C1 Baseplate - Extras tab
        • C1 Baseplate - Extensions tab
        • C1 Baseplate - Standard tab
        • C1 Baseplate - Assignment tab
    • To Insert Base Plates
    • Splice Connections
      • Splice Connection
        • Splice Connection - Options tab
        • Splice Connection - Top/Bottom tab
        • Splice Connection - Left/Right tab
        • Splice Connection - Data tab
        • Splice Connection - Assignment tab
        • Splice Connection - Connection Data tab
      • Splice Connection C1
        • Splice Connection C1 - Options tab
        • Splice Connection C1 - Flange tab
        • Splice Connection C1 - Web tab
        • Splice Connection C1 - Assignment tab
      • Pipe Flange Connection
        • Pipe Flange Connection - Dimension tab
        • Pipe Flange Connection - Assignment tab
      • Angle Splice Connection
        • Angle Splice Connection - Dimension tab
        • Angle Splice Connection - Assignment tab
      • Hollow Beam Splitter Plate Connection
        • Hollow Beam Splitter Plate Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Hollow Beam Splitter Plate Connection - Connect tab
        • Hollow Beam Splitter Plate Connection - Assignment tab
      • Beam Beam Splice Connection
        • Beam Beam Splice Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Beam Beam Splice Connection - Assignment tab
      • Box Beam Splice Connection
        • Box Beam Splice Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Box Beam Splice Connection - Holes tab
        • Box Beam Splice Connection - Assignment tab
      • Column Splice Connection
        • Column Splice Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Column Splice Connection - Splice Plates tab
        • Column Splice Connection - Flange Plates tab
        • Column Splice Connection - Assignment tab
    • Purlin Connection
      • Purlin Connection
        • Purlin Connection - Bolting tab
        • Purlin Connection - Purlin Shoe tab
        • Purlin Connection - Purlin Cleat tab
        • Cleat Plate dialog
        • Purlin Connection - Purlin Shape tab
        • Purlin Connection - Assignment tab
      • Fly Brace Connection
        • Fly Brace Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Fly Brace Connection - Shapes tab
        • Fly Brace Connection - Connection tab
        • Fly Brace Connection - Standard tab
        • Fly Brace Connection - Assignment tab
      • Beam Clamp Connection
        • Beam Clamp Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Beam Clamp Connection - Connection tab
        • Beam Clamp Connection - Shapes tab
        • Beam Clamp Connection - Assignment tab
      • Purlin Beam Stiffener Connection
        • Purlin Beam Stiffener Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Purlin Beam Stiffener Connection - Connect tab
        • Purlin Beam Stiffener Connection - Stiffener tab
        • Purlin Beam Stiffener Connection - Assignment tab
    • Bracing Connections
      • Static Bracing
        • Static Bracing - Shapes tab
        • Static Bracing - Connect tab
        • Static Bracing - Distance tab
        • Static Bracing - Assignment tab
        • Creating Static Bracing
      • Rod Brace Connection
      • Gusset Plate Connections
        • Gusset Plate Connection
          • Gusset Plate Connection - Dimensions tab
          • Gusset Plate Connection - Options tab
          • Gusset Plate Connection - Assignment tab
        • Dual Gusset Connection
          • Dual Gusset Connection - Plate tab
          • Dual Gusset Connection - Seats tab
          • Dual Gusset Connection - Assignments tab
      • Beam Column Brace Connection
        • Beam Column Brace Connection - Dimensions tab
        • Beam Column Brace Connection - Stiffeners tab
        • Beam Column Brace Connection - Assignment tab
      • Flange Brace Connection
        • Flange Brace Connection - General tab
        • Flange Brace Connection - Shear Plate tab
        • Flange Brace Connection - Connect Support tab
        • Flange Brace Connection - Connect Brace tab
        • Flange Brace Connection - Assignment tab
      • Creating Flange/Web Brace
      • Web Brace Connection
        • Web Brace Connection - General tab
        • Web Brace Connection - Shear Plate tab
        • Web Brace Connection - Connect Support tab
        • Web Brace Connection - Connect Brace tab
        • Web Brace Connection - Stiffener tab
        • Web Brace Connection - Assignment tab
      • Web Brace Chinese
        • Web Brace Chinese Connection - General tab
        • Web Brace Chinese Connection - Shear Plate tab
        • Web Brace Chinese Connection - Connect Support tab
        • Web Brace Chinese Connection - Connect Brace tab
        • Web Brace Chinese Connection - Stiffeners tab
        • Web Brace Chinese Connection - Assignment tab
      • Hollow Shape Bracing
        • Hallow Shape Bracing - General tab
        • Hallow Shape Bracing - Tie Plate tab
        • Hallow Shape Bracing - Brace tab
        • Hallow Shape Bracing - Assignment tab
      • Creating Hollow Shape Brace
      • Wrap Around Gusset
        • Wrap Around Gusset - Gusset Parameters tab
        • Wrap Around Gusset - Support 1/2 Clip Angles tab
        • Wrap Around Gusset - Braces tab
        • Wrap Around Gusset - Assignment tab
      • Brace Splice Connection
        • Brace Splice Connection - General tab
        • Brace Splice Connection - Support tab
        • Brace Splice Connection - Connect tab
        • Brace Splice Connection - Assignment tab
    • Stiffener
      • Stiffener
        • Stiffener - Layout tab
        • Stiffener - Connect tab
        • Stiffener - Punch Holes tab
        • Stiffener - Options tab
        • Stiffener - Assignment tab
      • Oblique Stiffeners
      • Stiffener Distribution
        • Stiffener Distribution - Layout tab
        • Stiffener Distribution - Connect tab
        • Stiffener Distribution - Options tab
        • Stiffener Distribution - Assignment tab
      • To Create Stiffener Distribution
      • To Modify Stiffener Distribution
      • To Delete Stiffener Distribution
    • Haunch
      • Haunch - Dimensions tab
      • Haunch - Assignment tab
      • Haunch - Connection Data tab
    • Creating Haunch Connections
    • Unrestricted Haunch Positioning
    • Cross Bolting
      • Cross Bolting - Geometry tab
      • Cross Bolting - Drilling/Bolting tab
      • Cross Bolting - Assignment tab
    • To Create Cross Bolting connection
    • To Modify Cross Bolting connection
    • To Delete Cross Bolting connection
    • To Manipulate Cross Bolting connection
    • Substation Gallery
      • Single Frame
        • Creating a Single Frame
        • Editing a Single Frame
        • Deleting a Single Frame
      • Single Frame Cap
        • Creating a Single Frame Cap
        • Editing a Single Frame Cap
        • Deleting a Single Frame Cap
      • Symmetric A Frame
        • Creating a Symmetric A Frame
        • Editing a Symmetric A Frame
        • Deleting a Symmetric A Frame
      • Double Frame Cap
        • Creating a Double Frame Cap
        • Editing a Double Frame Cap
        • Deleting a Double Frame Cap
      • Vertical A Frame
        • Creating a Vertical A Frame
        • Editing a Vertical A Frame
        • Deleting a Vertical A Frame
      • Vertical A Frame Cap
        • Creating a Vertical A Frame Cap
        • Editing a Vertical A Frame Cap
        • Deleting a Vertical A Frame Cap
      • Trestle
        • Creating a Trestle
        • Editing a Trestle
        • Deleting a Trestle
      • Trestle Cap
        • Creating a Trestle Cap
        • Editing a Trestle Cap
        • Deleting a Trestle Cap
      • Single Horizontal Leg Brace
        • Creating a Single Horizontal Leg Brace
        • Editing a Single Horizontal Leg Brace
        • Deleting a Single Horizontal Leg Brace
      • Double Horizontal Leg Brace
        • Creating a Double Horizontal Leg Brace
        • Editing a Double Horizontal Leg Brace
        • Deleting a Double Horizontal Leg Brace
      • Combination Horizontal Brace
        • Creating a Combination Horizontal Brace
        • Editing a Combination Horizontal Brace
        • Deleting a Combination Horizontal Brace
      • Brace Support Plate
        • Creating a Brace Support Plate
        • Editing a Brace Support Plate
        • Deleting a Brace Support Plate
      • Horizontal Support Plate
        • Creating a Horizontal Support Plate
        • Editing a Horizontal Support Plate
        • Deleting a Horizontal Support Plate
      • Simple Structure
        • Creating a Simple Structure
        • Editing a Simple Structure
        • Deleting a Simple Structure
      • Lightning Rod
        • Creating a Lightening Rod
        • Editing a Lightning Rod
        • Deleting a Lightning Rod
      • Create Multi-Frame
        • Creating a Multi-Frame
        • Editing a Multi-Frame
        • Deleting a Multi-Frame
      • Convert Frame Type
        • Converting Frame Types
        • Editing a Convert Frame Type
        • Deleting a Convert Frame Type
      • Truss Connection
        • Truss Connection - General tab
        • Truss Connection - Middle Zone tab
        • Truss Connection - End Zone tab
        • Truss Connection - End Condition tab
        • Truss Connection - Group tab
        • Truss Connection - Arrangement tab
        • Truss Connection - Assignment tab
        • Truss Connection - Load Point tab
        • Creating a Truss with Truss Connection
        • Editing a Truss Created with Truss Connection
        • Deleting a Truss Created with Truss Connection
      • Truss Support Designer Module
        • Creating a Truss Support
        • Editing a Truss Support
        • Deleting a Truss Support
      • Cover Plate
        • Creating a Cover Plate
        • Editing a Cover Plate
        • Deleting a Cover Plate
      • Single Brace A
        • Creating a Single Brace
        • Editing a Single Brace
        • Deleting a Single Brace
      • Double Brace
        • Creating a Double Brace
        • Editing a Double Brace
        • Deleting a Double Brace
      • Triple Brace A
        • Creating a Triple Brace
        • Editing a Triple Brace
        • Deleting a Triple Brace
      • Truss Connector
        • Creating Truss Connections
      • Convert Model
        • Converting Physical Models to Analytical Models
        • Converting Analytical Models to Physical Models
        • ISM Exchange
      • Custom Size Pipes
    • Edit Connection
    • Delete Connection
  • User Connection [Technology Preview]
    • Create User Connection Dialog
    • Connection Parameters Manager
    • To Create Single Member User Connection
    • To Create a Two Member User Connection
    • To place the User Connection by using the User Connection Gallery
  • Structural Objects
    • Dynamic Bracing
      • Dynamic Bracing - Common tab
      • Dynamic Bracing - Bolts tab
      • Dynamic Bracing - Shape Bracing tab
      • Dynamic Bracing - Rod Bracing tab
      • Dynamic Bracing - Pipe Bracing tab
      • Dynamic Bracing - Bracing Catalogues tab
      • Dynamic Bracing - Assignment tab
    • Working with dynamic bracing
    • Stair
      • Stair - Dimensions tab
      • Stair - Basis tab
      • Stair - Platforms tab
      • Stair - Shapes tab
      • Stair - Bolts tab
      • Stair - Steps tab
      • Stair - Handrail tab
      • Stair - Workframe tab
      • Stair - Assignment tab
    • To add parametric stairs
    • Extended Stairs
      • Extended Stairs - Stair tab
      • Extended Stairs - Handrail Shapes tab
      • Extended Stairs - Handrail Parameter tab
      • Extended Stairs - Panels tab
      • Extended Stairs - Platform tab
      • Extended Stairs - Steps tab
      • Extended Stairs - Frame tab
      • Extended Stairs - Assignment tab
      • To add an extended, parametric stair
    • Standard Stair
      • Standard Stair - General Parameters tab
      • Standard Stair - Stair Runs Parameters tab
      • Standard Stair - Steps Configuration tab
      • Standard Stair - Assignment tab
      • Creating a Standard Stair
    • Ladder
      • Ladder - Dimensions tab
      • Ladder - Shapes tab
      • Ladder - Wall Mounting tab
      • Ladder - Safety Cage tab
      • Ladder - Side Exit tab
      • Ladder - Assignment tab
    • Handrail
      • Handrail - Common tab
      • Handrail - Dimensions tab
      • Handrail - Dimensions-Post Distribution tab
      • Handrail - Dimensions-Offsets tab
      • Handrail - Segments tab
      • Handrail - End form tab
      • Handrail - Shapes tab
      • Handrail - Shapes-Kick plate tab
      • Handrail - Shapes-Filler Rods tab
      • Handrail - Posts tab
      • Handrail - Posts-Connection tab
      • Handrail - Posts-Handrail tab
      • Handrail - Posts-Knee Rails tab
      • Handrail - Cells tab
      • Handrail - Cells-Post Distribution tab
      • Handrail - Cells-Segments tab
      • Handrail - Cells-Posts tab
      • Handrail - Cells-Fillings tab
      • Handrail - Assignment tab
    • Working with User-Defined Cells
    • Fillings
    • To add a parametric handrail
    • Handrail Example
    • Standard Handrail
      • Standard Handrail - General tab
      • Standard Handrail - Shape tab
      • Standard Handrail - Rail Config tab
      • Standard Handrail - Post tab
      • Standard Handrail - Filler Rod tab
      • Standard Handrail - Grab Bar tab
      • Standard Handrail - Assignment tab
      • Adding a standard handrail
    • Purlin
      • Purlin - Common tab
      • Purlin - Dimensions tab
      • Purlin - Border Lines tab
      • Purlin - Shapes tab
      • Purlin - Open web joist tab
      • Purlin - Connections tab
      • Purlin - Assignments tab
    • Roof/Wall Panels
      • Panels - Dimensions tab
      • Panels - Shapes tab
      • Panels - Polycut tab
      • Panel - Assignment tab
    • Truss
      • Truss - Dimensions tab
      • Truss - Dimensions-Shape tab
      • Truss - Dimensions-Distance tab
      • Truss - Assignment tab
    • Extended Truss
      • Extended Truss - Dimension tab
      • Extended Truss - Shape tab
      • Extended Truss - Joint tab
      • Extended Truss - Settings tab
    • Portal Frame
      • Portal Frame - Dimensions tab
      • Portal Frame - Shapes tab
      • Portal Frame - Left / Right Knee tabs
      • Portal Frame - Apex tab
      • Portal Frame - Assignment tab
    • To add a portal frame
    • Joists
      • Joists - Dimensions tab
      • Joists - Layout tab
      • Joists - Shapes tab
      • Joists - Top/Down Seats tab
      • Joists - Cells tab
      • Joists - Seat Cells tab
      • Joists - Data tab
      • Joists - Database tab
      • Joists - Options tab
      • Joists - Assignment tab
    • Facade
      • Facade - Dimensions tab
      • Facade - Columns tab
      • Facade - Beams tab
      • Facade - Panels tab
      • Facade - Assignment tab
    • Catwalk and Platforms
      • Catwalk
        • Catwalk - Main tab
        • Catwalk - Frame Shapes tab
        • Catwalk - Inner Shapes tab
        • Catwalk - Handrail tab
        • Catwalk - Assignment tab
      • Rectangular Platform
        • Rectangular Platform - Main tab
        • Rectangular Platform - Frame tab
        • Rectangular Platform - Inner tab
        • Rectangular Platform - Plate tab
        • Rectangular Platform - Handrail tab
        • Rectangular Platform - Assignment tab
      • Circular Platform
        • Circular Platform - Dimension tab
        • Circular Platform - Shapes tab
        • Circular Platform - Position tab
        • Circular Platform - Handrail tab
        • Circular Platform - Assignment tab
      • To create a circular platform
    • Plate Funnels
      • Plate Funnel
        • Plate Funnel - Dimensions tab
        • Plate Funnel - Assignment tab
      • Plate Funnel Enhanced
        • Plate Funnel Enhanced - General Options tab
        • Plate Funnel Enhanced - Top/Bottom Opening tab
        • Plate Funnel Enhanced - Top/Bottom Mods tab
        • Plate Funnel Enhanced - Linear Plates tab
        • Plate Funnel Enhanced - Stiffeners tab
        • Plate Funnel Enhanced - Assignments tab
      • Plate Dispatch
        • Plate Dispatch - Main tab
        • Plate Dispatch - Plates tab
        • Plate Dispatch - Drilling/Bolting tab
  • Utilities
    • Collision Check
      • Collision Check - Values tab
      • Collision Check - Options tab
    • Center Of Gravity
    • Unfold Pipes
    • Motion Simulation
    • Convert to Solid (Create Native Solid Drawing)
      • To Get Tags as Attributes After a DWG Conversion
      • Batch - Create Solid DGN
    • Create Native Drawing
      • Batch - Create Native Drawings
    • Analysis View
    • Dispatch Cells
      • Dispatch Cells - Bolting tab
      • Dispatch Cells - Dispatch Cells tab
      • Dispatch Cells - Assignment tab
      • Dispatch Cells - Database tab
  • User-Defined Component Parts
    • Special Parts
    • Special Shapes
      • User Shape Manager
      • To create a catalog
      • To create a special shape
      • To select a depiction resolution
      • To define a cross section
      • Roof-Wall Shapes
      • Combination Shapes
      • Special Shapes via Variant and Database
    • Weld Shapes
      • Creation of Weld Shapes
        • Weld Shapes dialog
        • Weld Shape I Type dialog
    • Parametric Shapes
  • Modify Steel Elements
    • Plate Editor
      • Plate Editor - Edit tab
      • Plate Editor - Chamfer tab
      • Plate Editor - Edges tab
    • Drilling / Bolted Connections
      • Drill
        • Drill - Dimensions tab
          • Rectangular Drill Hole Fields
        • Drill - Bolts tab
        • Drill - Settings tab
        • Drill - Border offsets tab
    • Create Punch/Marker Holes
    • Drop Object
  • Interoperability
• Concrete Modeling
  • Beams and Columns
    • Beams
      • Beams - Shapes tab
      • Beams - Options tab
    • Adding Beams
    • Columns
      • Columns - Shapes tab
      • Columns - Options tab
    • Adding Columns
    • Add Setdown to Beam
    • Adding Setdown to Beams
    • Copying Beams and Columns
    • Adding a Standard Reinforcement Cage to Columns
    • Beam Reinforcing
    • Adding a Standard Reinforcement Cage to Beams
    • To clone reinforcement to other beams and columns
  • Column Reinforcing
    • Rectangular Column Reinforcing
    • Circular Column Reinforcing
  • Foundations
    • Pad Footing
    • To add a pad footing before placing a column
    • To add a pad footing below a column
    • Continuous Footing
    • To add a regular strip footing
    • To place a regular strip footing
    • To add a user-defined strip footing
    • To place a user-defined strip footing
    • Pad Footing Reinforcing
      • Pad Footing Reinforcement - Main Reinforcing tab
      • Pad Footing Reinforcement - End Conditions tab
      • Pad Footing Reinforcement - Dowels tab
      • Pad Footing Reinforcement - Options tab
      • Pad Footing Reinforcement - Assignment
    • Rebar End Properties dialog
    • To clone reinforcement to other pad footings
    • Continuous Footing Reinforcement
      • Continuous Footing Reinforcement - Main Reinforcing tab
      • Continuous Footing Reinforcement - Lap Options tab
      • Continuous Footing Reinforcement - End Conditions tab
      • Continuous Footing Reinforcement - Options tab
      • Continuous Footing Reinforcement - Assignment tab
    • To add reinforcing to a strip footing
  • Panels and Walls
    • Panel
      • Panel - Dimensions tab
      • Panel - Chamfers tab
      • Panel - Edge Inserts tab
      • Panel - Face Inserts tab
      • Panel - Sleeves tab
      • Panel - Thrd Inserts tab
      • Panel - Cast In Elements tab
      • Panel - Assignments
    • To create a single precast panel
    • Create Inserts (Panel)
      • Create Inserts (Panel) - Edge Inserts tab
      • Create Inserts (Panel) - Face Inserts tab
      • Create Inserts (Panel) - Sleeves tab
      • Create Inserts (Panel) - Thrd Inserts tab
      • Create Inserts (Panel) - Cast-in Elements tab
      • Create Inserts (Panel) - Cast-in Elements tab
    • To add multiple inserts to your panel based on spacing values
    • To add individual inserts to your panel based on an insertion point you select
    • Panel Insert
      • Panel Insert - Face Inserts tab
      • Panel Insert - Edge Inserts tab
    • RebarSet - Wall/Panel
      • RebarSet-Wall/Panel - Main Reinforcement tab
      • RebarSet-Wall/Panel - Lap Options tab
      • RebarSet-Wall/Panel - End Condition tab
      • RebarSet-Wall/Panel - Options tab
      • RebarSet-Wall/Panel - Assignment
    • Adding Rebar to Panels and Walls
    • Editing Panel and Wall Reinforcement
    • Opening Trimmers
      • Opening Trimmers - Trim Reinforcing tab
      • Opening Trimmers - End Conditions tab
      • Opening Trimmers - Options tab
      • Opening Trimmers - Assignment tab
    • Adding Trimmer Bars to Openings
  • Slabs and Slab Reinforcement
    • Slabs
      • Slabs - Slabs tab
      • Slabs - Options tab
    • To create a basic rectangular slab
    • Slab Features
    • Adding Features to Slabs
      • To add a straight fall
      • To add an uneven fall
      • To add a polycut opening
      • To add a fold
      • To add a curb
      • To add a full notch
      • To add a partial notch
    • RebarSet - Slab
      • RebarSet-Slab - Main Reinforcing tab
      • RebarSet-Slab - Lap Options tab
      • RebarSet-Slab - End Condition tab
      • RebarSet-Slab - Options tab
      • RebarSet-Slab - Assignment tab
    • Adding Rebar to Slabs
    • To add trimmer bars to an existing opening
    • To add an opening and trimmer bars to a slab together
    • Perimeter Trimmers
      • Perimeter Trimmers - Trim Reinforcing tab
      • Perimeter Trimmers - End Conditions tab
      • Perimeter Trimmers - Options tab
      • Perimeter Trimmers - Assignment tab
    • Adding Perimeter Trimming Bars to Slabs
    • Editing Slab Reinforcement
  • Stairs
    • Stairs - Base Flight tab
    • Stairs - Upper Flight tab
    • Stairs - Assignment tab
  • Manipulating Reinforcement
    • Understanding Spacings
    • PC Toggles
    • Working With End Conditions
      • Edit End Condition
      • Rebar End Properties
      • To edit an end condition using the Edit End Condition dialog
      • To edit an end condition using the Edit End Condition tool
      • To edit an end condition using standard end condition tools
      • To edit an end condition using user-defined end condition tools
      • Converting End Condition to Bent Bar
      • Adding a mechanical device to a rebar end
      • Rotating End Conditions
      • Aligning End Conditions
      • Aligning Perimeter Trimmer Bar End Conditions
      • Deleting End Conditions
    • Adding Individual Bars to Existing Reinforcement
      • Single Rebar
        • Single Rebar - Rebar tab
        • Single Rebar - End Conditions tab
        • Single Rebar - Options tab
        • Single Rebar - Assignment tab
      • Adding a Single Bar to an Existing Concrete Element
      • Irregular Dispatch Reinforcing
        • Irregular Dispatch Reinforcing - Main Reinforcing tab
        • Irregular Dispatch Reinforcing - End Conditions tab
        • Irregular Dispatch Reinforcing - Options tab
        • Irregular Dispatch Reinforcing - Assignment tab
      • Creating an Irregular Dispatch
      • Single Rebar Distribution
        • Single Rebar Distribution - Rebar tab
        • Single Rebar Distribution - End Conditions tab
        • Single Rebar Distribution - Options tab
        • Single Rebar Distribution - Assignment tab
        • Match and Extend Tool
          • Match and Extend Tool for Wall Corner Rebars
      • Adding a Starter Bar to a Concrete Element
      • RebarSet - Single
        • RebarSet-Single - Main Reinforcing tab
        • RebarSet-Single - Lap Options tab
        • RebarSet-Single - End Conditions tab
        • RebarSet-Single - Options tab
        • RebarSet-Single - Assignment tab
      • To Add a Single RebarSet to a Concrete Element
    • Modifying Existing Reinforcement
      • Editing Rebar
      • Copying Rebar
      • Moving Rebar
      • Exploding Rebar
      • Deleting Rebar
      • Trimming Rebar
      • Extending Rebar
      • Stretching Rebar
      • Breaking Rebar
      • Breaking and Joggling Rebar
      • Healing Rebar
      • Joggling Rebar
      • Create Rebar Lap Splice
      • Creating Rebar Lap Splice
      • Polycut Rebarset
    • Face Based Rebar Modeling
      • Associative Extraction
      • Associative Intersection
      • Associative Slice
    • Rebar Display tools
      • Changing Reinforcement Appearance
      • Hiding Reinforcement
      • Displaying Reinforcement
        • To display reinforcement bars
        • To display top reinforcement bars
        • To display bottom reinforcement bars
        • To display left reinforcement bars
        • To display right reinforcement bars
        • To display stirrups
        • To display all hidden reinforcement bars
        • To display all rebar laps with lines
        • To display all rebar laps with crank
      • Resymoblize reinforcing steel in a dynamic view
  • Rebar Schedule Generator
  • Manual Bar Mark Manager
  • Creating Bar Bending Schedules
    • Partlist Creation (Concrete)
    • Partlist Print
    • PSCOM Batchprint
    • Creating a Bar Bending Schedule
      • To create a parts database
      • To generate the bar bend schedule report
    • Calculate Volume
    • Calculating Concrete Volume
  • Working With Rebar and Concrete Codes
    • Codes Manager
    • Selecting Rebar and Concrete Codes
    • Viewing and Modifying Rebar Code Settings
    • Bar Analytics
    • Rebar Comparison
      • To Upgrade Existing DGN or DWG Files
    • Export Rebar - ARMA File Settings [Technology Preview]
• Creating Drawing Elements
  • Setting the Active Element Attributes
    • What Are Element Attributes?
    • Color
      • To Set the Active Color
      • To Set the Active Color Using a True Color Value
      • To Set the Active Color Using a Color Book
      • To Set the Active Color with a Key-in
      • Color Tables
        • To Customize a Color Table
        • To Interpolate Colors
        • To Duplicate a Color Elsewhere in the Table
        • To Individually Modify a Color
        • Color Table Dialog
          • Modify Color Dialog
            • Modify Color Dialog, True Color Tab
            • Modify Color Dialog, Color Book Tab
        • Color Interpolation Dialog
      • Color Books
        • To Create a Color Book
        • To Modify a Color in a Color Book
        • To Rename a Color in a Color Book
        • To Delete a Color from a Color Book
        • To Export a Color Book
        • To Import a Color Book
        • Color Book Editor Dialog
      • Colors Configuration Variables
    • Line Weight
      • To Set the Display Widths for Element Line Weights
    • Line Style
      • To Set the Active Line Style from the Attributes Toolbox
      • To Set the Active Line Style From the Line Styles Dialog
      • To Set the Active Line Style with a Key-in
      • To Set the Active Global Line Style Scale Factor for Custom Line Styles
      • Line Style Modifiers
        • To Use a Custom Line Style
      • Activating Line Style Modifiers
        • To Override the Starting or Ending Width for Each Dash Stroke in Elements Placed with the Active Line Style
        • To Apply a Scale Factor to All Displayable Characteristics of the Active Line Style
        • To Shift or Adjust Stroke Patterns Differently than Specified in the Active Line Style Definition
      • Standard Line Styles
      • Line Styles Dialog
      • Line Style Editor Dialog
        • Line Style Editor Dialog, Stroke Pattern Attributes Section
        • Line Style Editor Dialog, Line Stroke Pattern Section
        • Line Style Editor Dialog, Point Symbol Section
        • Line Style Editor Dialog, Selected Stroke or Vertex Section
        • Line Style Editor Dialog, Sub-Components Section
        • Create Point Symbol Dialog
        • Manage Line Style Definitions Dialog
      • Raster Custom Line Styles
      • Raster Line Style Example
    • Other Element Attributes
      • Fill
        • To Set the Active Fill Type and Color
        • To Set the Active Fill to a Gradient
        • To Add Color Keys to a Gradient Fill
        • To Reposition a Color Key on a Gradient Fill
        • To Change the Color of a Color Key in Gradient Fill
        • To Delete Color Keys from a Gradient Fill
        • To Turn Fill On or Off in a View in One or More Views
        • To Turn Fill On or Off in All Open Views
      • Class
      • Element Transparency
        • To Set the Active Element Transparency
        • To Modify the Element Transparency
      • Element Priority
        • To Set the Active Element Priority
        • To Modify the Element Priority
      • Element Template
        • To Set the Active Element Template
        • To Associate or Lock an Active Element Template before Placing an Element
      • Matching the Active Attribute Settings to Element Attributes
        • To Change an Active Attribute Setting to Match the Corresponding Attribute of an Existing Element
        • To Change the General Active Element Attribute Settings to Match the Attributes of an Existing Element
        • Using Matching Tools
          • Match All Element Settings
            • To Match an Element's Attributes
            • To Match an Element's Attributes With Key-in
          • Match Element Attributes
            • To Match an Element's Level and Symbology Attributes (Those That Are On in the Tool Settings Window)
            • To Match an Element's Level and Symbology Attributes
            • To Match an Element's Level and Symbology Attributes Using AccuSnap
            • To Match Individual Element Attributes
            • To Match Individual Element Attributes Using AccuSnap
  • Base Geometry
    • Base Geometry Toolbox
    • Points Toolbox
      • Place Active Point
        • To Place the Active Point
      • Construct Points Between Data Points
        • To Construct Active Points Between Data Points
      • Project Active Point Onto Element
        • To Project the Active Point onto an Element
      • Construct Active Point at Intersection
        • To Construct an Active Point at an Intersection
      • Construct Points Along Element
        • To Construct Active Points Along an Element
      • Construct Active Point at Distance Along Element
        • To Construct the Active Point at a Distance Along an Element
    • PLACE POINT STRING <CONTINUOUS | DISJOINT>
      • To Place a Continuous Point String
      • To Place a Disjoint Point String
    • Linear Elements Toolbox
      • Place SmartLine
        • To Place a Chain of Connected Line Segments and Arc Segments
      • Place Line
        • To Place a Line
      • Place Stream Line String
        • To Place a Stream Line String
      • Place Freehand Sketch
        • To Place a Freehand Line
      • Place Point or Stream Curve
        • To Place a Point Curve
        • To Place a Stream Curve
      • Construct Angle Bisector
        • To Construct an Angle Bisector
      • Construct Minimum Distance Line
        • To Construct a Minimum Distance Line
      • Construct Line at Active Angle
        • To Construct a Line That Intersects a Line Segment at the Active Angle
    • Polygons Toolbox
      • Place Block
        • To Place a Rectangular Shape
      • Place Shape
        • To Place a Polygonal Shape
      • Place Orthogonal Shape
        • To Place an Orthogonal Shape
      • Place Regular Polygon
        • To Place a Regular Polygon with the Radius Keyed In
        • To Place a Polygon with the Radius Defined Graphically
        • To Place a Polygon by Defining an Edge
    • Arcs Toolbox
      • Place Arc
        • To Place an Arc by Its Center
        • To Place an Unconstrained Arc by Three Points
      • Place Half Ellipse
        • To Place a Half Ellipse
      • Place Quarter Ellipse
        • To Place a Quarter Ellipse
      • Modify Arc Radius
        • To Modify an Arc's Radius
        • To Modify an Arc's Radius without Changing the Center or Sweep Angle
      • Modify Arc Angle
        • To Modify an Arc's Sweep Angle
      • Modify Arc Axis
        • To Modify an Arc's Axis
    • Ellipses Toolbox
      • Place Circle
        • To Place a Circle by Its Center
        • To Place a Circle by Defining Three Points on It's Circumference
        • To Place a Circle by Its Diameter
      • Place Ellipse
        • To Place an Ellipse by Center and Edge
        • To Place an Ellipse by Edge Points
        • To Place an Ellipse by End Points
  • Isometric Drawing
    • To Set the Isometric (Drawing) Plane
    • To Force Each Data Point to Lie on the Isometric Plane
    • To Configure the Pointer for Isometric Drawing
    • Isometric Toolbox
      • Place Isometric Block
        • To Place an “Isometric” Block
      • Place Isometric Circle
        • To Place an “Isometric” Circle
  • Using Curves
    • Point Curves
    • B-spline Curves
      • Methods by Which a Curve Is Calculated
        • Least Squares by Tolerance
        • Least Squares by Number
        • Catmull-Rom
      • B-spline Curve Settings
        • B-spline Curve Order
        • B-spline Curve Closure
        • 3D and B-splines Dialog
      • Special-Purpose 2D B-spline Tools
    • Composite Curves
    • Creating Any Conceivable Curve
      • To Place a Predefined Curve
      • To Select Another Curve from the Resource
      • To Edit Values in the Equation That Defines a Curve
      • To Define a Curve's Formula
      • Sample Curve Formulas
      • Function Format for Curves
      • Deriving a Curve from an Existing Curve
    • Curves Toolbox
    • Create Curves Toolbox
      • B-spline by Points
        • To Place a B-spline Curve by Entering Data Points
        • To Construct a B-spline Curve by Selecting an Element
      • B-spline by Tangents
        • To Create a B-spline Curve that Passes Through a Set of Data Points with Interactively Specified Tangent Directions
        • To Create a B-spline Curve that Passes Through the Vertices of Existing Elements and Whose Tangent Directions Correspond to the Elements' Directions
      • Composite Curve
        • To Place a Composite Curve
      • Interpolation by Arcs
        • To Place an Arc Interpolation by Entering Data Points
        • To Construct an Arc Interpolation by Selecting an Element
      • Conic Curve
        • To Place a Conic Section
      • Spiral Curve
        • To Place a Spiral
      • Helix Curve
        • To Place a Helix
  • Using Multi-Lines
    • Defining Multi-Lines
      • To Define a Multi-Line
      • To Add a New Profile to a Multi-Line Definition
      • To Copy a Profile of a Multi-Line Definition
      • To Delete a Profile from a Multi-Line Definition
      • To Adjust a Component Line's Offset
      • To Give a Component Line Attributes That Override the Active Element Attributes
      • To Add Color Fill to a Multi-Line Definition
      • To Delete a Component Line from a Multi-Line Definition
      • To Define a Start Cap for a Multi-Line
      • To Define an End Cap for a Multi-Line
      • To Define Multi-Line Joints
    • Multi-Lines Toolbox
      • Place Multi-line
        • To Place a Multi-Line
      • Match Multi-line Definition
        • To Match the Active Multi-Line Definition
      • Change Multi-line
        • To Change a Multi-Line to the Active Multi-Line Definition
      • Drop Multi-line
        • To Convert a Multi-Line to Its Components
        • To Drop Multi-Line Elements in the Fence Contents
      • Construct Closed Cross Joint
        • To Construct a Closed Cross Joint
      • Construct Open Cross Joint
        • To Construct an Open Cross Joint
      • Construct Merged Cross Joint
        • To Construct a Merged Cross Joint
      • Cut Single Component Line
        • To Cut a Single Component Line
      • Cut All Component Lines
        • To Cut All Component Lines
      • Construct Closed Tee Joint
        • To Construct a Closed Tee Joint
      • Construct Open Tee Joint
        • To Construct an Open Tee Joint
      • Construct Merged Tee Joint
        • To Construct a Merged Tee Joint
      • Construct Corner Joint
        • To Construct a Corner Joint
      • Uncut Component Lines
        • To Uncut a Single Component Line
        • To Uncut All Component Lines
      • Multi-line Partial Delete
        • To Delete Part of a Multi-Line
      • Move Multi-line Profile
        • To Move a Multi-Line's Work Line
        • To Move One of a Multi-Line's Component Lines
      • Edit Multi-line Cap
        • To Change a Multi-Line's End Cap
    • Dropping Multi-Lines
      • To Drop a Multi-Line
    • Multi-Line Styles
      • To Create a Multi-Line Style
      • To Save a Multi-Line Style
      • To Save All Multi-Line Styles
      • To Copy a Multi-Line Style
      • To Rename a Multi-Line Style
      • To Delete a Multi-Line Style
      • To Reset a Multi-Line Style
      • To Import a Multi-Line Style
      • To Update a Multi-Line Style from a DGN Library
      • To Set a Multi-Line Style as the Active Multi-Line Style
      • Multi-line Styles Dialog
        • Multi-line Styles Dialog Icons
        • Multi-line Styles Dialog, Profiles Tab
        • Multi-line Styles Dialog, End Caps and Joints Tab
        • Remap Multi-line Elements Dialog
  • Using Cells
    • Using Cells in 3D
    • Cells Toolbox
      • Place Active Cell
        • To Place the Active Cell
        • To Place Content from a Web Page as a Cell
      • Web-Drop Settings Dialog
      • Select and Place Cell
        • To Select and Place a Cell
      • Define Cell Origin
        • To Define a Cell Origin
      • Replace Cells
        • Replacing Parametric Cells
        • To Update Cells from the Active Cell Library
        • To Replace Cells Individually or Globally
        • To Replace Individual or Multiple Cells Inside a Fence
        • To Individually Replace Cells Containing User Data
        • To Replace Cells from the System Command Line
      • Place Cell Index
        • To Create and Place a Cell Index
      • ANNOTATIONSCALE
        • To Select All Elements That Use Annotation Scale
    • Cell Library Dialog
      • Create Cell Dialog
      • Update Parametric Cell
        • To Update a Parametric Cell in a DGN with a Newer Version Having Updated Item Type and Parametric Information
        • To Place a Parametric Cell Containing Updated Versions of the Current Item Type Libraries in a DGN
      • Extract Cell Model
    • Cells Configuration Variables
    • Hatching and Patterning
      • Controlling the Display of Patterns
        • To Turn the Display of Patterns On or Off in One or More Views
        • To Turn the Display of Patterns On or Off in All Open Views
      • Placing Patterns in the Design
      • Associative Patterns
      • Snappable Patterns
      • Excluding Areas Inside a Patterned Area from Patterning
      • Patterning Disjointed Regions
      • Cells Used for Patterning
        • Pattern Cells Supplied with the Product
        • Guidelines for Creating Pattern Cells
    • Patterning Toolbox
      • Hatch Area
        • To Hatch the Area Inside a Closed Element
        • To Hatch the Area Between Multi-Line Components
        • To Hatch a Fenced Area
        • To Hatch the Intersection or Union of Closed Elements
        • To Hatch the Difference Between Elements
        • To Hatch an Area Enclosed by Bounding Elements
        • To Hatch an Area Containing Nested Elements Within the Bounding Elements
        • To Hatch an Area Bounded by Intersecting Segments of Elements
        • To Hatch an Area Defined by Data Points
      • Crosshatch Area
      • Pattern Area
        • To Pattern the Area Inside a Closed Element Using a Cell
        • To Pattern the Area Inside a Closed Element Using a Pattern from a PAT File
        • To Pattern the Area Between Multi-Line Components
        • To Pattern a Fenced Area
        • To Pattern the Intersection or Union of Closed Elements
        • To Pattern the Difference Between Elements
        • To Pattern an Area Enclosed by Bounding Elements
        • To Pattern an Area Defined by Data Points
        • To Replace a Pattern Applied to an Area
        • To Modify the Settings for a Pattern Applied to an Area
      • Linear Pattern
        • To Pattern a Linear Element
      • Show Pattern Attributes
        • To Display the Angle and Scale of a Pattern Element
      • Match Pattern Attributes
        • To Match the Active Pattern Settings to Those of an Existing Pattern Element
      • Change Pattern
        • To Change an Existing Pattern to the Current Settings
      • Drop Associative Pattern
        • To Drop an Associative Pattern or Hatching
      • Delete Pattern
        • To Delete Patterning
  • Drawing Aids
    • Measure Toolbox
      • Measure Distance
        • To Measure the Linear Distance Between Two Data Points
        • To Measure the Distance Along an Element
        • To Measure Perpendicular Distance from an Element
        • To Measure Perpendicular Distance from a Segment of an Element
        • To Measure the Minimum Distance Between Elements
        • To Measure the Maximum Distance Between Elements
        • To Measure the Minimum Distance to a Surface (3D Only)
        • To Measure Elements in a Reference Considering the Reference Scale
      • Measure Radius
        • To Measure an Element's Radius
      • Measure Angle Between Lines
        • To Measure the Angle Between Two Lines
      • Measure Length
        • To Measure the Length of an Element(s)
      • Measure Area
        • To Measure the Area and Perimeter of One Element
        • To Measure the Area Defined by a Fence
        • To Measure the Area of the Intersection or Union of Closed Elements
        • To Measure the Area of the Difference Between Elements
        • To Measure the Area of Touching Elements or Whose Endpoints Are Within the Maximum Gap
        • To Measure an Area Defined by Data Points
      • Measure Volume
        • To Measure Volume
    • Mass Properties Window
      • Mass Properties Window, Basic Properties
    • Locks
      • Lock
      • Unlock
    • Locks Toolbox
    • Locks Dialog
      • Locks Dialog, Snap Section
      • Locks Dialog, Axis Section
      • Locks Dialog, Unit Section
      • Locks Dialog, Isometric Section
    • Using Auxiliary Coordinate Systems
      • Controlling the Display of the ACS Triad
        • To Turn On or Off the Display of the ACS Triad in One or More Views
        • To Turn On or Off the Display of the ACS Triad in All Open Views
      • Activating Auxiliary Coordinate Systems (Without Using AccuDraw)
        • To Define an ACS in a 2D Model by Typing the Origin
        • To Make a Previously Defined ACS the Active ACS
        • To Define an ACS by Data Points in a 2D Model
      • Importing Auxiliary Coordinate Systems
        • To Import an ACS
    • ACS Toolbox
      • Define ACS by Element
        • To Define an ACS by an Element
      • Define ACS by Points
        • To Define an ACS with Data Points
      • Define ACS by View
        • To Define an ACS That is Aligned with a View
      • Define ACS by Reference
        • To Define an ACS That is Aligned with a Reference
      • Rotate ACS
        • To Rotate the Active ACS
      • Move ACS
        • To Move the Active ACS
      • Apply ACS to Selected View
        • To Apply an ACS to a Selected View
      • Select ACS
        • To Select and Attach an ACS
    • Setting the Active Point
      • To Designate a Zero-Length Line as the Active Point
      • To Designate a Character as the Active Point
      • To Designate a Cell as the Active Point
    • Digitizing
      • Setting Up to Digitize
      • Digitizing Tablet Partitioning
        • To Change the Default Digitizing and Screen Partitions on the Tablet Surface
      • Placing Monument Points
        • To Place Monument Points That Associate Points on the Hard Copy With Points in the Design Plane
      • Tools for Digitizing
      • Panning While Digitizing
      • Digitizing Dialog
• ProStructures Drawing Production
  • ProStructures Drawing Production Theory
    • ProStructures Dynamic Views Workflow
    • Basic Components of Dynamic Views
    • Dynamic Views and Drawing Composition
    • Cached Dynamic Views
      • DV Tools
        • Synch (Visible Edges)
        • Reload (All)
      • Controlling Export Visible Edges Using Visible Edge Processing Configuration Variables
        • Visible Edge Processing Override Actions
      • Visible Edge Processing Configuration Variables Arguments
      • Increasing Display Performance of Cache Views
      • Cached Dynamic View Scenarios
    • 3D Modeling Best Practices
    • Printing, Plotting, and Publishing to Mobile Devices
    • Customization and Dynamic View Setup/Project Administrator
  • 2D Rebar: Bar Labeling and Symbolization
    • Overview
      • Creating Dynamic Views
      • Software Directory
      • System Environment Variables
    • 2D Rebar
      • 2D Rebar Tools
        • Bar Modification
        • Modify Rebar tools
        • Redraw Rebar
        • Redraw Detail
        • Undo Rebar
        • Rebar Quick Edit
          • Quick Editing
        • Change Attributes
        • Fudge Rebar
          • To apply Fudge to Long Bar/Long bar Group
          • To apply Fudge to Main Bars
    • Rebar Defaults
      • The Rebar Defaults Tools
        • Main Bar Defaults
        • Bar Range Defaults
        • Longitudinal Bar Defaults
        • Level Defaults
        • Bar Label Defaults
        • Read Defaults File
        • Save Defaults File
        • Save To Project
    • 2D Rebar Configuration
      • Nominal Defaults File (defaults.def)
      • Display Parameters (display.sys)
      • Preset Text Menus (presets.sys)
  • Automatic 2D Rebar Labeling [Technology Preview]
  • Detailing
    • DetailCenter
      • 2D Detailing
      • Detailing with the DetailCenter
        • DetailCenter Overview
        • DetailCenter (Standard)
          • Detail Center - Parts tab
            • Detail Center Settings - Parts
          • Detail Center - Views tab
            • Detail Center Settings - Views
            • Definition of Main View
            • Preview Views
            • Add or Remove Views
            • Detailing
          • Detail Center - Insert tab
            • Drawing Synchronization
            • Detail Center Settings - Insert
            • US Mark Numbering dialog
          • Detail Center - Settings tab
        • Settings for Display dialog
        • Creating Additional Views from the Detail Center
          • Add View Pos dialog
        • Working With the Revision Center
          • Revision Center
            • Revision Center - Documents tab
            • Revision Center - Parts Tab
            • Revision Center - Conflicts Tab
            • Revision Center - Settings tab
      • DetailCenter Modes
      • Detailing in Standard and Express Modes
        • Setup Task: Create Detail Styles
        • Prepare Your Model: Run Positioning and Create Views
        • Assign Each View or Part to a Detailing Style
        • Create 2D Detail Blocks
        • Insert 2D Cells into a Drawing Frame
        • Use the DetailCenter Express Wizard to Create your 2D Drawings
      • General Information - Scale and Dimension Styles
        • 1:x Scale Factor
      • General Information - Detail Types
      • General Information - Group Structure
      • Intelligent 2D-Details
      • Display of Construction Components List
      • Information About the Component Parts
        • Assigning Detail Styles
      • Automatic Label Translation
        • Edit Translation dialog
      • Transfer Drawing Paths
        • Transfer Drawing Data
        • Drawing Verification
      • Direct Detailing
      • Modification Management
        • Update Drawings
        • Anchorage Point
          • Set Anchor Point
        • Protection Against Update
          • Update Protection dialog
        • Reset Modifications
        • Drawing List
      • Replace Detail name dialog
    • Detailing Style
      • Working with Detailing Styles
        • Creating a Detail Style
        • Previewing a Detail Style
        • Modifying a Detail Style
        • Copying a Detail Style
        • Setting a Default Detail Style
        • Removing a Detail Style
        • Saving Detail Style
        • Loading an Existing Detail Style
        • Creating and Assigning a Theme for your Detail Style
        • File Format for Detail Styles
      • General Info
      • Detail Style Wizard
        • Detail Style - Default Settings tab
          • Detail Style-Default Settings - Common tab
          • Detail Style - Default Settings - Partial Views tab
          • Construction Axes in Overviews
          • Individual component labeling
          • Symbolic display
        • Detail Style - 2D Display tabs
          • Detail Style - 2D-Display - Common tab
            • Detail Style-2D Display - Common - Holes tab
          • Detail Style-2D Display - Common - Line Display tab
            • Detail Style-2D Display - Common - Line Display-Center Lines tab
          • Detail Style-2D Display- Text Display tab
            • Detail Style-2D Display- Text Display-Text Style tab
          • Detail Style-2D Display- Single Parts tab
          • Detail Style-2D Display - Groups tab
          • Detail Style-2D Display - Connection node tab
          • Detail Style-2D Display - Views tab
            • Detail Style-2D Display - Views - Object Display tab
        • Detail Style - Dimensioning tab
          • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Common tab
            • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Common-Holes tab
            • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Common-Distances tab
            • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Common-Miscellaneous tab
              • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Common-Miscellaneous Text display tab
              • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Common-Miscellaneous Min/Max
            • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Common-Optimization tab
              • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Common-Optimization Min/Max range tab
              • Example – Detailing of a Single Part
          • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Single Parts tab
            • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Single Parts-Reference Points tab
            • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Single Parts-US-Notch tab
          • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Groups tab
            • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Groups-Reference Points tab
              • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Groups-Reference Points Endplate tab
                • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Groups-Reference Points Section tab
                • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Groups-Individual Parts tab
                • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Groups-Individual Parts Reference Points tab
                • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Groups-Sub Group details tab
                • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Groups-Sub Group details Reference Points tab
          • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Assemblies tab
            • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Assemblies-Reference Points tab
            • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Assemblies-Group Details tab
          • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Connection Node tab
            • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Connection Node-Reference Points tab
          • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Views tab
            • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Views-Reference Points tab
              • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Views-Reference Points-Anchor Details tab
            • Detail Style-Dimensioning - Views-Area Analysis tab
        • Detail Style - Descriptions tab
          • Detail Style-Descriptions - Position Flags tab
          • Detail Style-Descriptions - Welding Symbol tab
            • Distribution Symbols dialog
          • Detail Style-Descriptions - Elevation Symbol tab
          • Detail Style-Descriptions - Additional Text tab
          • Detail Style-Descriptions - Additional Text-Views tab
      • Dimensioning
        • Extended Conception 
        • Dimensioning Structure
        • Dimensioning Groups
          • Standard Default Settings
        • Dimensioning Areas
          • Individual Areas in Complex Group Structures
          • Local Areas in Overviews
          • Reference Axis of the Shape
          • Primary and Secondary View
          • Linear and Radial Dimensioning Chains
          • Reference Points of Dimensioning
          • Inset Reference Points
          • American Dimensioning
        • Dimensioning of Steel and Concrete
          • Structure of Part Areas
        • Working with Dimensioning Groups
          • Assign Parts dialog
          • Labeling of Dimensioning Chains
          • User-defined dimension points and dimension references
        • Dimensioning Chain Settings
          • Selection Range
          • Adjustment Range
          • Adopt Primary Default Settings
        • Style Variants
        • Settings for Individual Dimensioning
        • Components of Structural Dimensioning
    • Detailing Style Assistant
      • Easy creation of detailing styles
        • Restricted detailing styles
        • Context-related content
      • Launching the detailing style assistant
      • Content of standard templates
        • Dimensioning for parts, end plates, and anchor details
        • Dimensioning for groups, subgroups, and sections
        • Dimensioning for assemblies
        • Dimensioning for overviews
        • Templates for dimension line distances
    • DetailCenter Express
      • Starting DetailCenter Express
      • DetailCenter Express
        • DetailCenter Express - Starting page
        • DetailCenter Express - Prepare Detailing
        • DetailCenter Express - Detail Style for Single Parts
        • DetailCenter Express - Detail Style for Groups
        • DetailCenter Express - Detail Styles for Assemblies
        • DetailCenter Express - Detail Style for Views
        • DetailCenter Express - Detail Styles Additional Tasks
        • DetailCenter Express - Detailing
        • DetailCenter Express - Insert Details
        • DetailCenter Express - Single Sheet Output ... Insertion Options
        • DetailCenter Express - Multi Sheet Output ... Insertion Options
        • DetailCenter Express - Multi Sheet Output ... Optimize Insertion
        • DetailCenter Express - Insert Details ... Common
        • DetailCenter Express - Insert Details ... Drawing Borders
        • DetailCenter Express - Fill Title Block ... Drawing Number
        • DetailCenter Express - Block ... Data Entries
        • DetailCenter Express - Clean Up Detailing
      • Single Sheet Output
        • Structure of a Scale File
        • Sheet Template File
        • Insertion Areas of a Sheet Template File
        • Drawing List
    • DetailCenter Composer
      • Starting DetailCenter Composer
      • Manual Insertion Mode
        • Selection with Filter
          • Define Filter
        • Insertion Options
        • Sorting of Detail Blocks
        • Arrangement of Detail Blocks
        • Output Specifications
        • Drawing Sheet Specifications
        • Title Block and File Name
        • Title Block Entries
        • Finalizing Works
      • Batch Insertion Mode
      • Format File
        • Drawing Directory
    • RevisionCenter
      • What is the RevisionCenter?
        • Documents
        • Modifications
      • RevisionCenter Window Layout
        • The RevisionCenter interface
        • Display document and component lists
      • Document Overview
        • Update document
      • Component Overview
      • Conflict Overview
        • Identifying conflicts
        • Displaying conflicts
        • Resolving conflicts
    • Cranked 2D-View
      • Cranked View
    • Benchmark
      • Benchmark - North Symbol tab
      • Benchmark - Horizontal tab
      • Benchmark - Top Edge Steel tab
      • Benchmark - Shape Label tab
    • Manual Object Link
      • Add Manual Link
    • Drawing Templates
      • Drawing Templates Definition dialog
    • Manual 2D Cut
      • Manual 2D Cut - Options tab
      • Manual 2D Cut - Position Flags tab
      • Manual 2D Cut - Symbol tab
      • Manual 2D Cut - Patterning tab
    • Manual Dimensioning
      • Measured
      • User Dimension Points
      • Dimension Chains
      • Alignment and Coordinate Dimensioning
      • Fence Chain Dimensioning
    • Manual Labeling
      • Create Annotation Label
        • Create Annotation Label - Display Style tab
        • Create Annotation Label - Text Content tab
        • Create Annotation Label - Fraction Style tab
        • Create Annotation Label - Edit & Exchange tab
    • Elevation Flags
      • Elevation Flags - Insert tab
      • Elevation Flags - Zero point tab
      • Elevation Flags - Layout tab
        • Elevation Style Display dialog
      • Elevation Flags - Sort tab
      • Creating an elevation flag
    • Weld Symbols
      • Weld Styles
        • Weld Styles - Insert tab
          • Weld Group Settings dialog
        • Weld Style Display tab
        • Weld Styles - Sort tab
    • Short 2D manually
      • 2D Shortening
    • 2D-Cutout
      • 2D Cutout
    • Hole Display Styles
      • Hole Display Styles - Layout tab
      • Hole Display Styles - Sort tab
    • Automatic 2D-Cut
      • Automatic 2D-Cut
      • Modification of Cut
    • Reference Files
      • Workflows
      • To set requirements for using reference files
• Working with Existing Elements
  • Identifying Elements
  • Selecting Elements
    • Selecting Multiple Elements
    • Selecting Elements Based on Attributes
      • Select By Attributes Dialog
      • Select By Properties Dialog
      • Select By Save Sets Dialog
    • The Element Selection Tool and the Reset Pop-up Menu
    • Using Handles
      • To Move Elements with the Element Selection Tool
      • To Copy Elements with the Element Selection Tool
      • To Modify a Selected Element (Default Mode)
      • To Modify a Selected Element (Alternative Mode)
      • Tool Widgets
    • Bring to Front
    • Selection Toolbox
    • Select All
    • Select None
  • Using a Fence
    • Fence Properties
    • Placing a Fence
      • To Remove a Fence if It Is Already Displayed
    • Named Boundaries from Fences
    • Specifying Which Elements Are in the Fence Contents
      • To Manipulate the Fence Contents
      • Manipulations on Many Elements
    • Optimized Fence Clipping
      • To Create an Associative Hole Inside an Element Using Optimized Fence Clipping
    • Special Fence Manipulations
    • Fence Toolbox
      • Place Fence
        • To Place a Rectangular Fence
        • To Place a Polygonal (Non-Rectangular) Fence
        • To Place a Circular Fence
        • To Place a Fence Using an Element
        • To Create a Named Boundary from Active Fence
        • To Make a Named Boundary the Active Fence
      • Modify Fence
        • To Move a Fence Without Replacing It
        • To Modify a Vertex of a Fence Orthogonally
        • To Modify a Vertex of a Fence by a Single Vertex
      • Manipulate Fence Contents
      • Delete Fence Contents
        • To Delete Fence Contents
      • Drop Fence Contents
        • To Drop the Complex Status of the Fence Contents
      • Copy/Move Fence Contents to New File
        • To Copy the Fence Contents to a New File
        • To Move the Fence Contents to a New File
    • FENCE SELECTION
      • To Select Elements Inside the Fence
      • To Add Elements in New Fence to the Selected Elements
      • To Deselect Elements in the Fence
    • FENCE FILE (FF=)
      • Using a Key-in to Copy the Contents of a Fence to a New DGN File
    • FENCE SEPARATE (SF=)
      • Using a Key-in to Move the Contents of a Fence to a New DGN File
  • Changing Elements
    • Manipulate Toolbox
      • Copy Element
        • To Copy an Element(s)
      • Move Element
        • To Move an Element
        • To Move One or More Selected Elements
        • To Move the Fence Contents
      • Scale
        • To Scale an Element(s) by the Active Scale Factors
        • To Scale an Element(s) Graphically
        • To Scale Elements, in a Fence, About Their Centers (by a Scale Factor)
      • Rotate
        • To Rotate an Element(s)
        • To Rotate an Element by the Active Angle About Its Center
        • To Rotate a Group of Elements by the Active Angle About Their Centers
      • Mirror
        • To Mirror an Element(s)
      • Construct Array
        • To Create a Rectangular Array
        • To Create a Polar Array
        • To Create an Array Along a Path
      • Align Edges
        • To Align Elements to Another Element
      • Stretch Element
        • To Stretch Segments of Elements That Overlap a Fence
        • To Stretch Segments of Elements That Overlap an Existing Fence
      • Move/Copy Parallel
        • To Move or Copy an Element Parallel to the Original
        • To Move or Copy an Element, Parallel to the Original, by a Graphically Defined Distance
        • To Copy a Segment of an Element
        • To Copy the Portion of an Element
      • Move to Contact
        • To Move an Element to Contact an Existing Element
        • To Move Multiple Elements to Contact an Existing Element(s)
      • Set Element Elevation
        • To Set Element Elevation
    • Modify Toolbox
      • Modify Element
        • To Modify an Element
        • To Modify the Endpoint of a Line
        • To Modify a Circle
        • To Modify an Ellipse
        • To Modify the Sweep Angle of an Arc
        • To Modify the Radius of an Arc Without Changing Its Center Point
        • To Modify the Radius of an Arc Without Changing Its Endpoints
        • To Modify a Vertex of a Multi-Segment Element
        • To Modify a Linear Segment of a Multi-Segment Element
        • To Modify an Arc Segment of a Multi-Segment Element
        • To Move a Linear Segment Parallel to Itself
        • To Modify the Vertex of Orthogonal Segments
        • To Change a Vertex Type
      • Break Element
        • To Delete Part of an Element
        • To Break an Element at a Defined Point
        • To Break an Element by Dragging a Line
        • To Break an Element by Another Element
      • Extend
        • To Extend or Shorten a Line by Entering a Data Point
      • Trim to Intersection
        • To Extend or Shorten Two Elements to Their Intersection
      • Trim to Element
        • To Extend or Shorten an Element from Its Segment to Its Intersection with Another Element
        • To Extend or Shorten an Element to Its Intersection with Another Element (Cutting Element Selected First)
        • To Extend or Shorten Overlapping Element to Its Intersection with Another Element
        • To Extend or Shorten Multiple Elements to Their Intersection with Another Element
      • Trim Multiple
        • To Trim and/or Extend One or More Elements
      • Insert Vertex
        • To Insert a Vertex in a Line, Line String, Multi-Line, Shape, or B-spline Control Polygon
        • To Attach a Line Segment to an Endpoint of a Line or Line String
        • To Add a Control Point to a Curve
        • To Add a Control Point to a Curve and Maintain the Shape
      • Delete Vertex
        • To Delete a Vertex or an Extension Line
    • Fillets Toolbox
      • Construct Circular Fillet
        • To Construct a Circular Fillet
      • Construct Parabolic Fillet
        • To Construct a Parabolic Fillet
      • Construct Chamfer
        • To Construct a Chamfer
    • Drop Toolbox
      • Drop Element
        • To Break Up an Element into Its Components
      • Drop Complex Status
        • To Break Up a Complex Element into Its Components
      • Drop Line String/Shape Status
        • To Convert a Line String or Shape to Individual Line Elements
      • Drop Association
        • To Discontinue an Association
        • To Discontinue All Association Points on an Element(s)
        • To Discontinue All Associations in a Fence Contents
    • Properties Toolbox
    • Change Attributes Toolbox
      • Change Element Attributes
        • To Change an Element's Attributes (Those That Are Set to On)
        • To Match the Active Attributes to an Element and Use These Settings to Change the Attributes of Other Elements
        • To Change the Attributes of One Element to Match Those of Another, Without Affecting the Active Attributes
      • Change Element to Active Area
        • To Change an Element to the Active Area
      • Change Element Fill
        • To Change an Element to the Active Fill Type
    • Custom Line Styles Toolbox
      • Modify Line Style Attributes
        • To Modify a Line Style Attribute by Typing a Value
        • To Modify a Line Style Attribute Graphically
      • Drop Line Style
        • To Drop an Element with a Custom Line Style
    • CHANGE LINESTYLE SCALE
      • To Scale an Element's (Custom) Line Style by a Specific Factor
      • To Scale the (Custom) Line Style of Elements Contained in a Fence by a Specific Factor
    • Changing the Level of an Element
      • To Change an Element's Level Using the Active Level Drop-Down Menu
      • To Change an Element's Level with the Change Element Attributes Tool
      • To Move Elements from One Level to Another Level Using a Key-in
      • To Copy Elements from One Level to Another Level Using a Key-in
      • To Select All Elements on a Level Using a Key-in
      • To Delete All Elements on a Level Using a Key-in
      • To Purge All Elements on a Level Using a Key-In
    • Changing an Element's Template Association
      • Determining an Element's Template Association
      • Associating an Element with a Template
      • Associating an Element with a Different Template
    • Updating Elements from a Template
      • Updating Elements While Updating a Template Created in the Open DGN File
      • Updating All Elements Associated with a DGN Library Template
      • Updating Selected Elements Associated with a Local Template
      • Modify Curves Toolbox
        • Rebuild Curve
          • To Rebuild a B-spline Curve
        • Extend Curve
          • To Extend an Element
        • Change Curve Direction
          • To Reverse an Element's Direction
        • Blend Curve
          • To Construct a Blend Between Two Elements
        • Flatten Curve
          • To Flatten or Project an Element
    • Modify B-spline Curves Toolbox
      • Edit Control Points
        • To Change the Number of Control Points in a B-spline Curve
      • Change Curve Order
        • To Change the Order of a B-spline Curve
      • Change Curve Closure
        • To Change the Closure Setting for a B-spline Curve
      • Edit Weights
        • To Edit the Weight of a B-spline Control Point
      • Edit Kinks
        • To Insert a Kink Point in a B-spline Curve
        • To Remove an Existing Kink Point from a B-spline Curve
      • Edit Knots
        • To Insert a Knot Point in a B-spline Curve
        • To Remove an Existing Knot Point from a B-spline Curve
      • Edit Nodes
        • To Insert a Node Point in a B-spline Curve
        • To Move a Node Point in a B-spline Curve
      • Fair Curvature
        • To Minimize the Curvature of a B-spline Curve
      • Curve Handlebar
        • To Modify a B-spline Curve Using Handlebar Editing
      • Split Curve
        • To Split a B-spline Curve By Numbers
        • To Split a B-spline Curve At Kink Points
        • To Split a Curve into Its Beziers
        • To Split a B-spline Curve By Parameter
    • Curve Utilities Toolbox
      • Convert to B-spline Curve
        • To Convert an Element to a B-spline
      • Facet Curve
        • To Facet a B-spline Curve
      • Extract Points from Curve
        • To Evaluate a B-spline Curve
      • Curve by Formula
        • To Place a B-spline Curve Defined by Equations
        • To Place a Line String Defined by Equations
        • To Construct a Curve Defined by Equations and Another Curve
        • To Construct a Line String Defined by Equations and Another Curve
      • Curve by Formula Dialog
      • Match Curve Settings
        • To Match the Active Curve Settings
    • Specialized Manipulation and Modification Tools
      • To Use Specialized Tools
    • Putting Group Holes in Planar Solid Elements
  • Grouping Elements
    • Using Complex Chains and Complex Shapes
    • Using Groups
      • To Create a Group
      • To Break Up a Group
    • Using Graphic Groups
      • To Manipulate or Modify a Graphic Group
      • To Manipulate or Modify One or More Member Elements of a Graphic Group
    • Using Named Groups
      • To Create a Named Group with the Add to Graphic Group Tool
      • To Create a Named Group from the Named Groups Dialog
      • To Create Named Groups for Lights
      • To Add Elements to an Existing Named Group with the Element Selection Tool
      • To Add Selected Elements to an Existing Named Group with the Add to Graphic Group Tool
      • To Add Elements Individually to an Existing Named Group with the Add to Graphic Group Tool
      • To Add Selected Elements to an Existing Named Group from the Named Groups Dialog
      • To Add Elements Individually to an Existing Named Group from the Named Groups Dialog
      • Creating Named Group Hierarchies
        • To Create a Hierarchy
        • Using the Drag-and-Drop Technique to Create a Hierarchy
        • To Remove Named Groups from a Parent Group
      • Quicksets
        • To Create a Quickset from the View Control Pop-up Menu
        • To Recall a Quickset from the View Control Pop-up Menu
        • To Create a Quickset with a Keyboard Shortcut
        • To Recall a Quickset with a Keyboard Shortcut
      • Named Groups Dialog
      • Create Link on Named Group Dialog
    • Using Displaysets
      • To Create a Displayset from Selected Elements
      • To Add Elements to a Displayset
      • To Remove Elements from a Displayset
      • To Clear a Displayset to Show All Elements
      • To Select a Named Group or Hierarchy as the Displayset
    • Groups Toolbox
    • Create Complex Chain
      • To Create a Complex Chain Manually
      • To Create a Complex Chain Automatically
    • Create Complex Shape
      • To Create a Complex Shape Manually
      • To Create a Complex Shape Automatically
    • Create Region
      • To Construct a Complex Shape from the Intersection or Union of Elements
      • To Construct a Complex Shape from the Difference Between Elements
      • To Construct a Complex Shape by Flood
    • Add to Graphic Group
      • To Create a Named Group
      • To Add Elements to a Named Group
      • To Create a Graphic Group or Add Elements to a Graphic Group
      • Using a Selection Set to Add Elements to a Graphic Group
    • Create Named Group Dialog
    • Drop from Graphic Group
      • To Remove an Element(s) From a Graphic Group
      • To Use a Selection Set to Remove Elements From a Graphic Group
      • To Break Up an Entire Graphic Group
    • Group Holes
      • To Group a Solid and a Hole(s)
    • Associating Elements
      • Elements That Can Be Associated with Other Elements
      • Associating Cells
        • To Associate a Shared Cell with Another Element
      • Associating Multi-Lines
        • To Associate a Multi-Line with Another Element
    • Group
    • Ungroup
  • Using Terrain Model Elements
    • To Apply an Element Template to a Terrain Model
    • To Override the Symbology of a Terrain Model
    • Terrain Model Toolbox
      • Import LandXML Terrain Model
        • To Import a LandXML File
        • LandXML Import Dialog
      • Label Terrain Contours
        • To Label Terrain Contours
      • Label Terrain Spots
        • To Label Terrain Spots
• References, Raster Images, Point Clouds, and Reality Mesh
  • Attaching References
    • To Attach a Single Reference
    • To Attach a Model Reference from the Models Dialog
    • To Attach a Model Reference from the Explorer Dialog
    • To Attach a Saved View Reference from the Saved Views Dialog
    • To Attach a Saved View Reference from the Explorer Dialog
    • Attaching References with Recommended Settings
      • To Attach a Model Reference with Recommended Settings Using Drag-and-Drop Operation
      • To Attach a Model Reference with Recommended Settings Using the Attach Reference Dialog
      • To Attach a Saved View Reference with Recommended Settings
    • Attaching References Coincident to the Active Model
      • To Attach a Reference Coincident
      • To Attach Multiple References from a Single Directory
      • To Attach Multiple References from Multiple Folders
      • To Attach References Interactively by Using Drag-and-Drop Operation
      • To Attach a Model as a Coincident Reference Using Drag-and-Drop Operation
      • To Attach the Active Model to Itself as a Reference (Self-Reference)
    • Attaching References Using Views and Named Boundaries
      • To Attach a Reference by Using Standard Views
      • To Attach a Reference by Using a Named Boundary
      • To Attach a Reference by Using a Saved View
    • Making Portable Reference Attachments
      • To Attach a Model as a Reference Residing in a Directory Specified by a Configuration Variable
    • Locating Attachments
    • Locating Lost Attachments
      • To Update a Reference When ProStructures Cannot Locate the File
    • Attaching Remote References
      • To Attach a Remote Reference
  • Reference Update Sequence
    • Adjusting the Update Sequence
      • To Modify the File Update Sequence
      • To Restore the Default Update Sequence
      • To Override the Custom Update Sequence with the Default
  • Working with Attached References
    • Clipping References
      • To Define a Reference Clipping Boundary by Using a Fence
      • To Define a Reference Clipping Boundary by Using a Named Fence
      • To Define a Reference Clipping Boundary by Using an Element
      • To Mask a Reference
      • To Selectively Delete Reference Clipping
      • To Define a Reference Front Clipping Plane (3D Only)
      • To Define a Reference Back Clipping Plane (3D Only)
      • Modifying Reference Clip Boundaries and Masks
        • To Adjust a Single Vertex of a Reference Clip Boundary and Mask
        • To Adjust Multiple Vertices of a Reference Clip Boundary and Mask
    • Manipulating References
      • Using Standard Tools to Manipulate References
      • Using the Reference Tools to Manipulate References
        • To Move a Reference Selected from the References Dialog List
        • To Move a Reference by Using a Fence
        • To Copy Elements from a Reference to the Active DGN File
        • To Copy References Selected from the References Dialog List
        • To Copy References by Using a Fence
        • To Scale References Selected from the References Dialog List
        • To Scale References Selected by Using a Fence
        • To Rotate References Selected from the References Dialog List
        • To Rotate References by Using a Fence
        • To Mirror References Selected from the References Dialog List
        • To Mirror References by Using a Fence
        • To Copy and Fold a Reference About a Horizontal or Vertical Line
        • To Copy and Fold a Reference About a Specified Line
      • Manipulating Masked Area of a Reference
        • To Enable Manipulating Masked Area of a Reference
      • Temporarily Activating a Reference for In-Place Editing
        • To Activate a Reference for In-Place Editing by Selecting an Element in the Reference
        • To Activate a Reference for In-Place Editing from the References Dialog List
        • To Deactivate a Reference and Release Its Lock
        • To Deactivate a Reference Without Releasing Its Lock
        • To Release the Lock on a Deactivated Reference
      • Manipulating Elements in a Cached Reference
        • To Hide Elements in a Cached Reference
        • To Copy and Manipulate Elements in a Cached Reference
      • Exchanging to a Reference
        • To Exchange to a Reference Selected from the References Dialog List
        • To Exchange to a Reference by Selecting a Referenced Element
        • To Exchange to a Reference from a Key-in by Using the References Dialog
        • To Exchange to a Reference Selected Graphically
        • To Exchange to a Reference by Using a Key-in
    • Setting Reference Presentation
      • To Set Presentation Options for a Reference
    • Reloading References
      • To Reload a Reference
      • To Reload All Attached References
      • To Update Reference Elements in a View
    • Detaching References
      • To Detach References
      • To Detach All References
    • Controlling Reference Settings
      • To Turn On or Off the Display of a Reference
      • To Disable Reference Level Property Changes from Remaining in Effect Across Sessions
      • To Turn On or Off Snapping to Elements in a Reference
      • To Control Whether Elements in a Reference Can Be Identified (for Construction)
      • To Change a Reference's Logical Name or Description
      • Adjusting Reference Colors
        • To Dim All Elements in a Reference
        • To Make All Elements in a Reference the Same Color
      • Reference Transparency
        • To Set Reference Transparency from the Transparency Dialog
        • To Set Reference Transparency from the Adjust Colors Dialog
      • Reference (Display) Priority for 2D References
        • To Set the (Display) Priority for References in a 2D Model
    • Identifying References
      • To Identify a Reference
    • Working with Nested References
      • Modifying Attributes of Nested References
      • Adjusting Nested References Colors
      • Controlling the Reference Color Table
    • Merging References into the Active Model
      • To Merge the Active Model and Attached References
    • References Tools for Drawing Creation
    • Reference Toolbox
    • Attach Reference
    • Set Reference Clip Boundary
    • Set Reference Clip Mask
    • Delete Reference Clip
    • Set Reference Back Clip Plane
    • Set Reference Front Clip Plane
    • Reload Reference
    • Move Reference
    • Copy References
    • Scale References
    • Rotate Reference
    • Mirror Reference
    • Copy Reference By Folding
    • Set Reference Presentation
    • Hidden Line Settings Dialog
      • Hidden Line Settings Dialog, General Tab
      • Hidden Line Settings Dialog, Hidden Tab
      • Hidden Line Settings Dialog, Visible Tab
    • Cached Visible Edges Settings Dialog
      • Cached Visible Edges Settings Dialog, General Tab
      • Cached Visible Edges Settings Dialog, Symbology Tab
    • Detach Reference
    • REFERENCE UPDATE
    • References Key-ins
      • References Key-in Format
      • Reference Settings Key-ins
      • Visible Edges Display Key-ins
      • Miscellaneous References Key-ins
      • Reinstating Level Display On and Off Settings After Switching References Outside the Product
  • Reference Configuration Variables
  • Raster Manager Overview
    • Using Raster Manager
      • Raster Manager Dialog
        • Attach Raster Reference Dialog
        • Save Raster As Dialog
        • Raster Convert Dialog
        • Raster Save As Settings Dialog
        • Cache Manager Dialog
        • Image Server Settings Dialog
        • WMS Map Editor Dialog
          • WMS Map Editor Dialog, Map Layers Section
          • WMS Map Editor Dialog, Settings Tab
            • Select Coordinate System Dialog
          • WMS Map Editor Dialog, Preview Tab
          • Servers Manager Dialog
        • WMTS Attachments (Web Map Tile Service)
          • WMTS Map Editor Dialog (Web Map Tile Service)
            • WMTS Map Editor Dialog, Map Layers Section
            • WMTS Map Editor Dialog, Settings Tab
            • WMTS Map Editor Dialog, Preview Tab
            • Servers Manager Dialog
        • Layer Display Dialog
      • To Show or Hide a Field in the Raster Manager Dialog
    • Printing Raster Images
    • Batch Raster File Conversion
      • Syntax for MSBatch Raster File Conversion
    • Supported Output File Formats
  • Raster Manager Tools
    • Raster Toolbox
    • Raster Display Toolbox
    • Bring to Front
      • To Bring a Raster Image to the Front of the Display
      • To Bring a Raster Image Forward One Position in the Display
    • Send to Back
      • To Send a Raster Image to the Back of the Display
      • To Send a Raster Image Back One Position in the Display
    • Fit to View
      • To Fit All Raster Images to a View(s)
      • To Fit Selected Raster Images to a View(s)
    • Actual Resolution (1:1)
      • To Fit a Raster Image to Its Actual Resolution
    • Contrast/Brightness
      • To Adjust the Contrast/Brightness Display of an Attached Raster File
    • Raster Control Toolbox
    • Attach
      • To Attach a Raster Reference
    • Raster Selection
      • To Select, Interactively, One or More Raster References
    • Transform Raster
      • To Move an Image
      • To Scale an Image
      • To Rotate an Image
    • Move Raster
      • To Move a Raster
    • Scale Raster
      • To Scale an Image Using Active Scale
      • To Scale an Image Using 3 Points Scale
    • Rotate Raster
      • To Rotate an Image to a Specified Angle
    • Mirror Raster
      • To Mirror an Image Using the Mirror Tool
      • To Reverse an Image Using a Mirror Creating a New Output Image
    • Raster Warp
      • To Warp a Raster Reference
    • Clip
      • To Crop a Raster Image Using an Element to Define the Boundary
      • To Crop a Raster Image Using a Fence to Define the Boundary
      • To Crop a Raster Image Using a Block to Define the Boundary
      • To Mask an Area of a Raster Image Using an Element to Define the Boundary
      • To Mask Part of a Raster Image Using a Fence to Define the Boundary
      • To Mask Part of a Raster Image Using a Block to Define the Boundary
    • Modify Clip
      • To Modify a Clipping Polygon
    • Unclip
      • To Delete All Clipping Polygons from a Raster Image
      • To Delete Selected Clipping Polygons from a Raster Image
  • Managing Raster Image Files
    • Raster Image Display
      • Attaching Raster Files
        • To Attach a Raster Reference Based on the Image's Own Positioning Information
        • To Attach a Raster Reference Interactively
      • Selecting Raster Files to Modify or Manipulate
        • To Select One Image in a View
        • To Select Additional Images in a View
        • To Select One Raster Image from the List
        • To Select Additional Raster Images from the List
        • To Select Several Consecutive Raster Images from the List
        • To Deselect Images
        • To Deselect All Images in a View
        • To Deselect All Raster Files from the List
      • Detaching Raster Files
        • To Detach Selected Raster Files
        • To Detach All Raster References
      • Image Server
        • To Set a New Image Server
        • To Attach a File from a Server
      • WMS Attachments
        • To Create a New WMS Attachment
        • To Attach an Existing WMS
      • ECWP Image Server
        • To Attach a File from an ECWP Image Server
      • Bing Maps
        • To Attach Bing Maps
    • Raster Attachment Options Dialog
    • Default Raster Attachment Options Dialog
    • Supported Image Input File Formats
      • Image Formats Supported in Read-Only Mode
    • Controlling the Display of Images in Views
      • To Change the Views in Which an Image Is Displayed
      • Changing the Display Order of Raster Image Files
        • Using the Raster Manager Dialog’s Menus
          • To Bring One or More Images to the Front in the List
          • To Send One or More Images to the Back in the List
          • To Bring One or More Images Forward One Place in the List
          • To Send One or More Images Backward One Place in the List
          • To Change the Display Order in the List Interactively
        • Using the Raster Group of the Attach Tab in the Drawing Workflow
          • To Bring One Image to the Front of the Display in a View
          • To Bring Several Images to the Front of the Display in a View
          • To Send One Image to the Back of the Display in a View
          • To Send Several Images to the Back of the Display in a View
    • Fitting Images to a View
      • To Fit a Single Image to a View
      • To Fit All Images to a View
    • Displaying an Image at Full Resolution
      • To Display an Image at Its Full Resolution with the Actual Resolution (1:1) Tool
      • To Display an Image at Its Full Resolution from the Raster Manager Dialog
    • Changing the Display Characteristics of Raster Images
      • To Change the Contrast or Brightness of an Image
      • To Change the Display Gamma Setting for an Image(s)
    • Raster Images and DWG Workmode
      • Raster Manager and DWG Workmode
      • General Raster Features Disabled in DWG Workmode
      • File-type Dependant Raster Features Disabled in DWG Workmode
      • Supported Raster Image File Types in DWG Workmode
      • Troubleshooting Rasters and DWG Workmode
    • Raster Manager and Binary Workmode
    • Enhanced Dynamic Rubber Bands
  • Modifying Raster File Attachments
    • Clipping Raster Image Files
      • To Crop an Image Interactively
      • To Crop an Image Using an Existing Fence or Closed Element
      • To Mask Part of an Image Interactively
      • Modifying Clipping Polygons
        • To Modify a Raster Clipping Polygon
      • Deleting Clipping Polygons
        • To Delete Selected Clipping Polygons from a Raster Image
    • Moving, Warping, and Resizing Image Files
      • Using the Transform Tool
        • To Rotate an Image Interactively
        • To Scale an Image Interactively
        • To Move an Image Interactively
      • Using the Warp Tool
        • To Match an Image Feature to a Design File Element
    • Image Draping
      • Draping and Rendering
      • 3D Surfaces and Raster Manager
      • Integration with Rendered Objects
      • Draping Supported in Some Products
      • Associating an Image to a 3D Surface
        • Overview of a Draping Process
    • Reprojecting Images
      • Reprojection Workflow
        • Rasters Attached in a Model in a Reference
        • Rasters Attached in the Master Model
      • Changing the Geographic Coordinate System of the DGN
      • Copy and Paste a Raster (including Merge to Master)
      • Applying a GCS to a Raster (Resampling)
      • Editing Tools and Reprojected Rasters
  • Raster Configuration Variables
  • Using Point Clouds
    • Point Cloud Toolbox
      • Point Clouds Dialog
      • Convert Dialog
    • Attaching Point Cloud Data
      • Attach Point Cloud
        • To Attach a Point Cloud
        • To Convert a Point Cloud File
        • To Batch Convert Multiple Point Cloud Files to a Single POD File
        • To Batch Convert Multiple Point Cloud Files to Individual POD Files
      • Detach Point Cloud
        • To Detach a Point Cloud
        • To Detach a Point Cloud from the Point Clouds Dialog
    • Modifying Point Cloud Data
      • Clip Point Cloud
        • To Apply a Clip to a Point Cloud Using a Block
        • To Apply a Clip to a Point Cloud by Boundary
        • To Apply a Clip to a Point Cloud by Mask
      • Delete Point Cloud Clip
        • To Delete a Clip from a Point Cloud
    • Displaying the Point Cloud Data
      • Point Cloud Styles
      • To Filter the Point Cloud by Classification
      • To Colorize Points by Elevation
      • To Display Point Cloud Data by Intensity
    • Reviewing Point Cloud Data
      • To Visually Inspect the Point Cloud
      • To Change the Size of the Points in a Point Cloud
      • To Measure Distance in a Point Cloud
    • Referencing a Point Cloud
    • Printing a Point Cloud
      • To Print a Point Cloud
  • Reality Mesh Files Support
    • Attach Reality Mesh
      • To Attach a Reality Mesh
      • Scalable Mesh File Support
      • ProjectWise ContextShare Browser
        • ProjectWise ContextShare Dialog
    • Remove Reality Mesh Clipping
    • Reality Mesh Attachments Dialog
    • Reality Model Classification
      • Working with Reality Model Classifiers
      • Attach Classifier to Reality Mesh
        • To Attach Classification to a Reality Mesh
• 3D Design and Modeling
  • Understanding 3D Models
    • Basic 3D Concepts
      • Design Cube
      • View Volume
        • Display Depth
      • Active Depth
      • Standard Views
      • View Coordinates
      • Perspective Projection
      • Using the Grid in 3D
    • 3D Elements
      • Open 3D Elements
      • 3D Primitives
      • Parametric Solids and Surfaces
      • Free-Form (NURBS) Surfaces
    • Settings That Affect Solids and Surfaces
      • Display of Solids and Surfaces
        • To Change the Default Display of Solids and Surfaces
      • Locate Interiors
        • To Change the Method of Selecting Surfaces
      • Use Optimized Fence Clipping
    • Visible Edges DGN Files
      • To Export a Visible Edges DGN File
      • To Export Multiple Visible Edges DGN Files
      • Input Command File
      • Visible Edge Processing Configuration Variables
      • Export Visible Edges Dialog
        • Export Visible Edges Dialog, General Tab
        • Export Visible Edges Dialog, Symbology Tab
    • DWG Workmode and 3D
  • Drawing in 3D
    • Placing Elements in 3D
      • Specifying Whether an Element Encloses Volume
        • To Change an Element from a Surface to a Solid
    • Using AccuDraw in 3D
      • The AccuDraw Window in 3D
      • Orienting the Drawing Plane in 3D
        • Arbitrary Rotations
          • To Rotate the Drawing Plane Axes to Align with the Current View
          • To Interactively Rotate the Drawing Plane Axes
        • The Front, Side and Top Rotations
          • To Rotate the Drawing Plane Axes to Align with the Standard Top, Front, or Side (Right) View
        • Rotating 90° About a Specified Axis
          • To Rotate the Drawing Plane Axes 90° About an Individual Axis
    • Precision Input Key-ins in 3D
    • 3D Data Points and 3D Tentative Points
      • To Define a 3D Point with 3D Data Points or 3D Tentative Points
    • 3D Auxiliary Coordinate Systems
      • ACS Type
      • Using AccuDraw with Auxiliary Coordinate Systems
        • To Save a Drawing Plane Coordinate System
        • To Recall a Saved Drawing Plane Coordinate System
      • Other Ways of Working with Auxiliary Coordinate Systems
        • To Identify an ACS to Make It the Active ACS
    • Manipulating and Modifying Elements in 3D
      • Selecting Elements in 3D
      • Identifying Existing Elements
      • Using a Fence in 3D
    • 3D Printing
    • Parametric Components Dialog
      • Parametric Components Dialog, Named Presentation Tab
        • To Add an Element to a Named Presentation
        • To Remove an Element from a Named Presentation
        • Standard Workflow for Using Named Presentations
      • Parametric Components Dialog, Placement Points Tab
        • To Add a Placement Point to an Element
        • To Remove a Placement Point from an Element
      • Parametric Components Dialog, Perforators Tab
        • To Define a Perforator
        • To Remove Perforator Properties of an Element
        • To Place a Perforator in a Design
        • Standard Workflow for Using Perforators
  • Surface Modeling
    • Creating Surfaces
      • Planar Surface by Points
        • To Place a B-spline Surface by Two Points
        • To Place a B-spline Surface by Three Points
        • To Place a B-spline Surface by Averaging Points
      • Surface by Edge Curves
        • To Construct a Surface by Edges
      • Surface by Corner Points
        • To Construct a B-spline Surface by Defining Its Four Corner Points
      • B-spline Surface by Points
        • To Place a Free-Form Surface with Data Points
        • To Construct a Free-Form Surface Based on an Element's Vertices
      • Surface by Image
        • To Create a Surface from a Raster Image
      • Loft Surface
        • To Create a Surface by Lofting Section Elements
        • To Create a Surface with Guide Wires
      • Loft Surface by Vertices
        • To Construct a Surface Between the Vertices of Two Profiles
      • Loft Rectangle to Circle
        • To Create a Surface Between a Block and a Circle
      • Surface by Network of Curves
        • To Construct a Surface That Interpolates a Network of Elements
      • Surface by Extrusion
        • To Create a Surface by Extrusion
      • Surface by Extrusion Along Path
        • To Create a Surface by Extrusion Along a Path
        • Surface By Extrusion Along Path - Circular Profile
          • To Create a Tubular Surface
      • Swept Surface Along Curves
        • To Sweep Two Section Profiles Along One Trace Curve
        • To Sweep One Section Profile Along Two Trace Curves
        • To Sweep Two Profiles Along Two Trace Curves
      • Surface by Revolution
        • To Create a Surface by Revolution
      • Helical Surface
        • To Interactively Construct a Helical B-spline Surface
      • Slab Surface
        • To Place a Slab Surface
      • Dome Surface
        • To Place a Dome Surface, Dome Radius Method
      • Cylinder Surface
        • To Place an Orthogonal Cylinder Graphically (No Constraints)
      • Torus Surface
        • To Place a Torus Surface
      • Cone Surface
        • To Place a Cone Surface
      • Elliptical Cone Surface
        • To Place a Right Elliptical Cone Surface Using AccuDraw
    • Modifying Surfaces
      • Trim Surfaces
        • To Trim Two Elements to Their Common Intersection
      • Trim Surfaces by Curves
        • To Trim a Surface/Solid by Projecting a Profile
      • Fillet Surfaces
        • To Place a Fillet Between Two Surfaces
        • To Place a Fillet Between Two Surfaces with the Face Only Option
      • Fillet Surfaces along Curves
        • To Construct a Fillet Between Two B-spline Surfaces Along Their Rail Curves
      • Blend Surfaces
        • To Construct a Blend Between Two Surfaces
      • Extend Surface
        • To Extend a Surface
      • Offset Surface
        • To Construct an Offset Surface
      • Merge Surface to Edge
        • To Merge One Surface to the Edge of Another
      • Stitch Surfaces
        • To Stitch Two Surfaces Together
      • Combine Surfaces tool
        • To Combine Two B-spline Surfaces (Sharing a Common Edge)
      • Split Surface
        • To Split a Surface By Points
        • To Split a Surface By Numbers
        • To Split a Surface At Crease Iso Curves
      • Surface Handlebar tool
        • To Modify a Surface Using Handles
      • Twist Surface
        • To Twist a B-spline Surface About an Axis
      • Untrim Surface
        • To Reverse a Surface Boundary
        • To Remove Trimmed Regions
      • Edit Surface Control Points
        • To Edit a B-spline Surface
    • Using Surface Utilities
      • Change Surface Normal
        • To Change a Surface's Normal Direction
      • Change Surface Order
        • To Change the Order of a B-spline Surface
      • Change Surface Closure
        • To Change the Closure for a B-spline Surface
      • Planar Slice
        • To Create a Section Using a Planar Shape as a Cutting Plane
        • To Create a Section by Defining a Cutting Plane
        • To Create a Section Using a View to Position the Cutting Plane
      • Match Surface Settings
        • To Match the Active Surface Settings
      • Convert to Surface
        • To Convert a Surface to a B-spline Surface
      • Rebuild Surface
        • To Reduce the Number of Poles in a B-spline Surface
      • Extract Points from Surface/Face
        • To Evaluate a B-spline Surface
      • Extract Iso-Curves
        • To Construct a Curve Based on an Iso-Parametric Line from a Surface
        • To Extract Multiple Curves from a Surface
      • Compute Surface Intersections
        • To Construct Points and Surface Normals at the Intersection of a Line with a Solid
      • Show Surface Curvature
        • To Visualize the Curvature of a Surface
      • Unroll Developable Surface
        • To Unroll a Developable Surface
    • Surfaces Toolbox
    • Create Freeform Surfaces Toolbox
    • Create Surfaces Toolbox
    • Primitive Surfaces Toolbox
    • Modify Surfaces Toolbox
    • Modify B-spline Surfaces Toolbox
    • Surface Utilities Toolbox
  • Mesh Modeling
    • Creating Meshes
      • Mesh from Element
        • To Construct a Faceted Element from a Surface or Solid
      • Mesh from Contours
        • To Construct a Mesh Element From Contours
      • Mesh from Points
        • To Create a Mesh from Points Using Global Z or View
        • To Create a Mesh from Points Using Vector
        • To Create a Mesh from Points Using Tunnel
        • To Create a Mesh from Points Using Volume
      • Extrude Mesh Volume
        • To Extrude a Volume
        • To Extrude to a Target
      • Thicken Mesh to Volume
        • To Thicken a Mesh to Volume
      • Mesh from Two Curves
        • To Fix a Missing Mesh Edge
        • To Create a Mesh Between Two B-spline Curves
        • To Create a Mesh Between Two Mesh Elements
      • Place Grid Mesh
        • To Place a Grid Mesh
      • Create Drape Mesh
        • To Create a Drape Mesh
    • Shrinkwrap Mesh
      • To Create a Shrinkwrap Mesh
    • Modifying Meshes
      • Modify Facets
        • To Add a Vertex
        • To Remove a Vertex
        • To Swap an Edge
        • To Split Facets
      • Stitch Into Mesh
        • To Stitch Two Meshes Together Using the Stitch Mesh Method
        • To Stitch Two Meshes Together Using the Bridge Mesh Method
        • To Stitch Two Meshes Together Using the Merge Edge Method
      • Split Mesh
        • To Split a Mesh into Separate Parts
      • Decimate Mesh
        • To Reduce the Number of Facets in a Mesh
      • Mesh Unite
        • To Unite Two Mesh Elements
      • Mesh Intersect
        • To Intersect Two Mesh Elements
      • Mesh Subtract
        • To Subtract One Mesh Element from Another
      • Mesh Project
        • To Trim a Mesh by Projection
      • Drag Mesh
        • To Drag a Mesh
        • To Drag a Mesh Softly
      • Drag Mesh Facets
        • To Drag a Mesh
        • To Drag a Mesh Softly
      • Subdivision Mesh
        • To Subdivide an Existing Mesh Element
      • Change Mesh Normal
        • To Reverse the Direction of Mesh Element Normals
        • To Make the Vertex Order Consistent Around All Facets
        • To Make the Vertex Normal Consistent with the Vertex Order
        • To Hide Facet Edges Whose Angle is Less than Average Normal
      • Delete Mesh Facet
        • To Delete Individual Facets
        • To Delete Facets Using a Block
        • To Delete Facets Using a Line
    • Using Mesh Utilities
      • Extract Boundary
        • To Extract a Boundary Segment
        • To Check the Boundary Conditions of a Mesh
      • Cleanup Mesh
        • To Refine a Mesh Element
      • Close Mesh Voids
        • To Close Mesh Voids
        • To Close a Mesh Element to a Volume
      • Unfold Mesh
        • To Unfold a Mesh
      • Convert Mesh To Surface
        • To Convert a Mesh to a Surface Automatically
      • Mesh Audit
        • To Audit a Mesh
      • Facet Smoothing
        • To Smooth a Set of Polygons
        • To Unsmooth a Set of Polygons
      • Split Facet
        • To Delete One or More Facets
        • To Delete Unselected Facets
        • To Split a Mesh by Selecting Its Facets
      • Retriangulate
        • To Retriangulate a Mesh
        • To Create Mesh Fragments Within Holes
        • To Add Triangles Within Inlets of Selected Facets
      • Edge Display
        • To Hide Edges of a Mesh Element
    • Meshes Toolbox
    • Create Meshes Toolbox
    • Modify Meshes Toolbox
    • Mesh Utilities Toolbox
    • Boolean Meshes Toolbox
  • Solids Modeling
    • Creating Solids
      • Slab Solid
        • To Place a Slab
      • Cylinder Solid
        • To Place a Cylinder
      • Sphere Solid
        • To Place a Sphere
      • Ellipsoid
        • To Place an Ellipsoid Using Accudraw
      • Cone Solid
        • To Place a Solid Cone
      • Elliptical Cone Solid
        • To Place a Right Elliptical Cone Using AccuDraw
      • Torus Solid
        • To Place a Torus
      • Linear Solid
        • To Place Walls Using Linear Solid Tool
      • Solid by Extrusion
        • To Create a Solid by Extrusion
      • Solid by Extrusion Along Path
        • To Create a Solid by Extrusion Along a Path
        • Solid By Extrusion Along Path - Circular Profile
          • To Create a Tubular Solid
      • Thicken Surface
        • To Create a Solid by Adding Thickness to a Surface
      • Solid by Revolution
        • To Create a Solid by Revolution
      • (Technology Preview) Loft Solid
        • (Technology Preview) To Create a Solid by Lofting Section Elements
    • Using Solid Utilities
      • Align 3D
        • To Align the Faces of Two Elements Using the Face to Face Method
        • To Align Two Elements Using the Plane to Plane Method
        • To Align a Plane to a Curve
      • Extract Faces/Edges
        • To Extract a Face from a Solid or Surface
      • Convert to Solid
        • To Convert a Surface to a SmartSolid
        • To Convert a Smart Solid to a Parametric Solid
      • Add Entity Size Filter
        • To Remove Parametric Entities/Features by Size
    • Solids Toolbox
    • Primitive Solids Toolbox
    • Create Solids Toolbox
    • Solid Utilities Toolbox
  • Parametric Modeling
    • Introduction to Parametric Modeling
      • Parametric Modeling Types
        • Constraints Based Modeling
        • History Based Modeling
      • Solids Working Area
    • Parametric Modeling Workflows
      • Drawing a Sketch Profile
      • Applying Constraints
        • Auto 2D Constrain
          • Auto Constraint Setting Dialog
          • To Identify and Highlight Construction Implied Constraints
        • Parallel 2D Constraint
          • To Apply a Parallel 2D Constraint
        • Perpendicular 2D Constraint
          • To Apply a Perpendicular 2D Constraint
        • Coincident 2D Constraint
          • To Apply a Coincident 2D Constraint
        • Tangent 2D Constraint
          • To Apply a Tangent 2D Constraint
        • Fixed 2D Constraint
          • To Apply a Fixed 2D Constraint
        • Concentric 2D Constraint
          • To Apply a Concentric 2D Constraint
        • Equal 2D Constraint
          • To Apply an Equal 2D Constraint
        • Dimension Element Constraint
          • To Add Dimension Constraint to an Element
        • Distance Constraint
          • To Apply a Distance Constraint
        • Angle Constraint
          • To Apply an Angle Constraint
        • Equal Distance Constraint
          • To Apply an Equal Distance Constraint
        • Area Constraint
          • To Apply an Area Constraint
        • Perimeter Constraint
          • To Apply a Perimeter Constraint
        • To Create a New Variable while applying a 2D Dimensional Constraint
        • To Create a New Expression while applying a 2D Dimensional Constraint
        • Parallel 3D Constraint
          • To Apply a Parallel 3D Constraint
        • Perpendicular 3D Constraint
          • To Apply a Perpendicular 3D Constraint
        • Coincident 3D Constraint
          • To Apply a Coincident 3D Constraint
        • Tangent 3D Constraint
          • To Apply a Tangent 3D Constraint
        • Fixed 3D Constraint
          • To Apply a Fixed 3D Constraint
        • Concentric 3D Constraint
          • To Apply a Concentric 3D Constraint
        • Dimensional 3D Constraint
          • To Apply a Dimensional 3D Constraint
        • 3D Angle Constraint
          • To Apply a 3D Angle Constraint
      • Managing Constraints
        • To Edit the Value of a Dimensional Constraint
        • Remove Constraints
          • To Remove the Constraints from a Profile
        • To Remove a Constraint
        • Show Degree of Freedom
          • To Check the Degree of Freedom of a Parametric Profile
        • Manipulate 3D Constrained Geometry
          • To Manipulate a 3D Constrained Geometry
      • Creating Parametric Elements
      • Applying Features to Parametric Elements
        • Cut Solid with Curve
          • To Create a Cut Using an Element Profile
          • To Create a Non-Orthogonal Cut in a Solid
        • Fillet Edges
          • To Fillet an Edge(s) of a Solid or a Projected Surface
        • Chamfer Edges
          • To Chamfer an Edge(s) of a Solid or a Projected Surface
        • Hole
          • To Place a Hole
        • Protrusion
          • To Create a Protrusion on a Solid
        • Shell Solid
          • To Add a Shell to a Solid
        • Sweep Edge
          • To Make a Cut or Protrusion Along the Edge(s) of a Parametric Solid
        • Imprint
          • To Imprint an Element onto a Face of a Solid
        • Taper Face
          • To Taper a Face(s) of a Solid
        • Spin Face
          • To Spin a Face of a Solid Using Spin Face tool
        • To View and Edit a Parametric Model's Feature Tree
        • Solid Features Toolbox
      • Managing Features and Feature Inputs
        • Show Feature Inputs
          • To Show a Feature Input
        • Hide Feature Inputs
          • To Hide a Feature Input
        • Replace Feature Inputs
          • To Replace a Feature Input
        • Move Feature
          • To Move a Feature Input
        • Rotate Feature
          • To Rotate a Feature Input
        • Mirror Feature
          • To Mirror a Feature Input
        • Array Feature
          • To Create a Rectangular Array of a Feature
          • To Create a Polar Array of a Feature
          • To Create an Array of a Feature Along a Path
        • Remove Last Applied Feature
          • To Remove the Last Applied Feature
        • To Move a Feature to the Top in the Feature Tree
        • Disable Feature
          • To Disable a Feature
        • Delete Feature
          • To Delete a Feature
      • Modifying Parametric Elements and Features
        • To Modify a Cut Interactively Using Handles
        • Edit Feature Parameters
          • To Change the Radius of an applied Fillet/Blend
          • To Change the Type of an Applied Hole
        • Modify Solid Entity
          • To Modify an Entity (Face, Edge or Vertex) of a Solid
          • To Modify Multiple Entities (Faces, Edges or Vertices) of a Solid Simultaneously
        • Trim Solid
          • To Trim a Solid to Another Solid
        • Unite Solids
          • To Create a Boolean Solid from the Union of Two or More Solids
        • Subtract Solids
          • To Create a Boolean Solid from the Subtraction of Two or More Solids
        • Intersect Solids
          • To Create a Boolean Solid from the Intersection of Two or More Solids
        • Delete Piece
          • To Delete a Solid Piece
        • Delete Face
          • To Delete a Face(s) of a Solid
        • Modify Features Toolbox
    • Variables and Variations
      • To Create a Local Variable
      • To Use Variables from Item Types
      • To Create a Variation
      • To Import Variables and Variations
      • Importing Variables and Variations Using Key-ins
      • To Export Variables and Variations
      • Variables Dialog
      • (Technology Preview) Variables Dialog
      • Expression Builder
        • To Create a Valid Expression to Define a Variable
    • Parametric Cells
      • Place Parametric Cell
      • To Place a Parametric Cell
    • Parametric Modeling Workflow - Designing Parametric Doors and Generating Doors Schedule
  • Associative Extraction
    • To Create an Associative Extraction of a Face
    • To Create an Associative Extraction of an Edge
  • Replacing Parametric Cells
• Drawing Composition
  • Dynamic Views
  • Setting Up Project Standards
  • Design Composition
    • To Create a Design Composition
  • View Composition and Sheet Composition
    • Automating Dynamic Views
      • Dynamic Views Workflow 1
      • Dynamic Views Workflow 2
      • Drawing Boundary
      • Using Drawing Boundaries and Named Boundaries to Automate Dynamic Views
      • Place Named Boundary
        • To Place a Named Boundary Using a Drawing Boundary
        • To Place a Named Boundary Using an Element
        • To Place a Named Boundary by Two Points
        • To Place a Named Boundary by Polygon
        • To Place Named a Rectangular Array of Named Boundaries
        • To Place an Array of Named Boundaries Along a Path
        • To Place Named Boundaries by Length
      • Named Boundaries Dialog
      • Source of Settings for Saved Views and References
    • Manual Dynamic Views
      • View Composition: Create the View in the Design Composition
        • Creating a Clip Volume by Using the Place Fitted Section Tool
        • Clip Volume Settings in View Attributes Dialog
        • Clip Volume Edit Handles
        • To Create a Saved View from a Clip Volume
        • Manipulating the View Boundary
      • Sheet Composition: Place Drawings on Sheets
        • To Create a Sheet Composition
        • To Drag a Saved View from the Explorer Dialog onto a Sheet
        • To Drag a Saved View from the Saved Views Dialog onto a Sheet
        • To Place a Saved View on a Sheet from Its Corresponding Callout
        • Associating a Saved View with a Callout
          • To Associate a Saved View with a Callout
    • Using Drawing Models
    • Displaying 3D Models on 2D Drawings
      • Cached Visible Edges
      • Reloading the Cache
  • Detailing
    • Placing Detailing Symbols
      • Detailing Symbol Styles
        • To Provide Custom Cells and Create Placeholder Fields
        • To Create a Detailing Symbol Style Using Custom Cells
        • Detailing Symbol Styles Dialog
      • Placing a Section Callout
        • To Open a Section View from a Callout in the Same View Window
        • To Open a Section View from a Callout in Another View Window
        • To Attach a Section View to a Sheet as a Reference
      • Placing a Section View on a Sheet
      • Placing Detail Callouts on Section View Attachments
      • Placing an Interior Elevation Callout
        • To Add Elevation Callouts to the Existing Interior Elevation Callout
        • To Delete Elevation Callouts in an Interior Elevation Callout
        • To Rotate the Elevation Callout in an Interior Elevation Callout
      • Modifying Properties of a Callout
        • To Modify a Callout by Selecting It
        • To Modify a Callout Through the Properties Dialog
        • To Modify a Callout by Modifying the Saved View
        • To Create a Step or a Gap in a Section or Plan Callout
        • To Merge the Step Handles of a Section or Plan Callout
      • Updating Placeholder Fields of a Callout
        • To Update Placeholder Fields for a 3D Design Model Referenced in a Sheet Model
        • To Update the Placeholder Fields of a Section Callout in a 2D Sheet Model
        • To Update the Placeholder Fields of a Detail Callout in a 2D Sheet Model
    • Detailing Symbols Toolbox
      • Place Section Callout
        • To Place a Section Callout
      • Place Detail Callout
        • To Place a Detail Callout
        • To Place a Detail Callout Using an Existing Element to Define the Detail Area
      • Place Elevation Callout
        • To Place a Single Elevation Callout
        • To Place an Interior Elevation Callout
      • Place Plan Callout
        • To Place a Plan Callout
      • Place Drawing Boundary
        • To Place a Drawing Boundary by Two Points
        • To Place a Drawing Boundary by Element
      • Place Title Text
        • To Place Title Text
    • Overview of Callouts in 3D
      • Association Lines
    • Using Callouts in 3D
      • To Display Sheet Annotations in a 3D Design Model
      • To Open a Reference Sheet Model from a Marker in a 3D Design Model
      • To Clip a Model from a Callout in a 3D Design Model
      • To Open a 3D Design Model from a Callout in a Sheet Model
      • To Open a Sheet Model from a Drawing Boundary Displayed in a 3D Design Model
      • To Open a Drawing Model from a Drawing Boundary in a Sheet Model
    • Mini Toolbar for Callouts
      • Apply View
        • To Apply the Saved View From a Callout in a 3D Design Model
      • Create Drawing
        • To Create a Saved View
      • Show Callouts
        • To View Callouts in a Design or Sheet Model
      • Place View on Drawing or Sheet
        • To Place a Saved View on a Drawing Model
    • Numbering Sheets and Drawings
      • To Navigate to a Drawing Boundary on a Sheet
      • To Change a Drawing Identifier in a Sheet Composition
    • Capturing Graphics in Dynamic Views
  • Annotations
    • Annotation and Drawing Composition
      • To Place Associative Dimensions
      • To Apply Patterning to Represent Section Graphics
    • Text
      • Placing Text
        • To Place Text with the Place Text Tool
        • Fields - Derived Content in Text
          • To Update Fields in a Text Element(s)
          • To Update All Fields in the Active Model
        • Setting Text Attributes
          • To Set Active Text Attributes
          • To Browse Fonts
          • View Independent Text
        • Text in 3D
      • Using the Text Editor Window
        • Basic Text Editing Functions
          • Moving the Insertion Point
          • Selecting Text
          • Using Tabs
            • To Set a Tab Stop
            • To Clear a Tab Stop
            • To Set a First Line Indent
            • To Set a Paragraph Indent
          • Editing Text
            • To Replace Text in the Text Editor Window
            • To Move Text in the Text Editor Window
            • To Copy Text in the Text Editor Window
            • To Insert a New Line in the Text Editor Window
          • Inserting Symbols
            • To Insert a Symbol(s) While Entering or Editing a Text Element
            • To Add a Symbol to Your Favorite List
          • Inserting and Editing Fields
            • To Insert a Field While Entering or Editing a Text Element
            • To Edit a Field
            • To Reassign a Field to a Different Target Element
        • Enter Data Fields (EDFs)
          • To Insert or Create an EDF
          • To Edit an EDF
        • Using Auto-Stacked Fractions
          • To Place a Stacked Fraction with Auto-Stacking On
          • To Place a Stacked Fraction with Auto-Stacking Off
          • Editing Stacked Fractions
            • To Edit a Stacked Fraction
            • To Drop a Stacked Fraction
      • Text Editor Window
      • Text Editor Icon Bar
      • Fields Editor Dialog
      • Edit Enter Data Field Dialog
      • Insert Stacked Fraction Dialog
      • Edit Stack Fraction Dialog
      • Symbols Inserter Dialog
      • Edit Indentation & Tab Settings Dialog
      • Select Field Type Dialog
      • Using Placeholders for Text
        • Empty Text Nodes
          • To Place Empty Text Nodes as Placeholders for Text to Be Added Later
        • Enter Data Fields
          • To Create an Enter Data Field in the Text Editor Window
          • To Create an Enter Data Field in the Dialog Box Editor
          • To Edit Text That Contains Enter Data Fields Using the Text Editor
          • To Edit Text That Contains Enter Data Fields Using the Dialog Box Editor
      • Text Toolbox
        • Place Text
          • To Place Text at the Active Angle and Active Text Settings
          • To Bypass the Text Editor Window
          • To Place Fitted Text
          • To Fill In Empty Text Node(s)
          • To Place Text That Wraps to a Graphically-Defined Width
        • Place Text Along
          • To Place Text Above or Below an Element
          • To Place Text on an Element
          • To Place Text Along an Element
        • Place Note
          • To Place a Note
          • To Place a Callout
        • Edit Text
          • To Edit Text
        • Spell Checker
          • To Search for and Correct Spelling Errors in the Active Model
          • To Search for and Correct Spelling Errors in a Text Element, Text Node, Tag, Dimension, Note or Symbol
          • To Search for and Correct Spelling Errors in a Selection Set
          • To Search for and Correct Spelling Errors Within a Fence Contents
          • To Search for and Correct Spelling Errors Before Placing Text
          • To Add a User Defined Dictionary
          • To Add the Currently Flagged Word to the User Dictionary
          • To Add a Word to the User Dictionary
          • To Delete a Word from the User Dictionary
          • Spelling Dialog
          • Manage User Dictionary Dialog
        • Change Text Case
          • To Change the Case of Text
          • To Change the Case of Text with a Fence
        • Display Text Attributes
          • To Display Attributes of a Text Element
        • Match Text Attributes
          • To Match the Active Text Settings to the Attributes of a Text Element
        • Change Text Attributes
          • To Change a Text or Tag Element's Attributes (Those That Are Set to On)
        • Place Text Node
          • To Place a Text Node
        • Update All Fields
          • To Update All Fields in the Text Element(s)
        • Drop Text
          • To Convert Text to Individual Elements
      • Justify Enter Data Field (JUSTIFY)
        • To Justify an Enter Data Field
      • FIELD UPDATE
        • To Update All Fields in the Active Model
        • To Update Fields in a Text Element(s)
      • Controlling the Display of Text
        • To Turn On or Turn Off the Display of Text in a View
        • To Turn On or Turn Off the Display of Text in All Open Views
        • To Turn On or Turn Off the Display of Text Node Numbers and Symbols in a View
        • To Turn On or Turn Off the Display of Text Node Numbers and Symbols in All Open Views
      • Searching for and Replacing Text
        • To Find Text in the Active Model and its References
        • To Interactively Find and Replace Text
        • To Replace All Instances of a String in the Active Model
        • To Select and Replace Text
        • Regular Expressions
        • Find Text (or Find/Replace Text) Dialog
      • Text Styles
        • To Create a New Text Style
        • To Create a Copy of a Text Style
        • Text Styles Dialog
          • Text Styles Dialog Icons
          • Text Styles Dialog, General Tab
          • Text Styles Dialog, Spacing Tab
          • Text Styles Dialog, Under/Overline Tab
          • Text Styles Dialog, Background Tab
          • Text Styles Dialog, Advanced Tab
          • Remap Elements to Text Style Dialog
        • Modifying Text Styles
        • To Delete Text Styles
        • Instance-Specific Style Overrides
          • To Apply Style Overrides
        • Working with Text Style Libraries
          • To Copy a Library Text Style into the Active File
          • To Compare a Local Text Style with Its Library Text Style
          • To Import Text Styles from Another File or DGN Library
        • Remapping Text Styles
          • To Remap Text Styles
      • Importing Text
        • To Place a Text File into a Model
        • Include Text File Dialog
      • Using Fonts
        • True Type Fonts
        • RSC (Resource Fonts)
        • SHX (AutoCAD Fonts)
        • Font Substitution
        • Searching Font Definitions
        • Fonts Configuration Variables
        • Font Configuration File
          • Locale-Specific Settings
          • Font-Specific Settings
      • Importing Images
        • To Import an Image File into a Model
        • Supported Export Formats
          • Setting the Number of Colors in Exported Images
        • Select Image File Dialog
          • Select Image File Dialog, Image Section
      • Flags
      • Annotate Toolbox
        • Place Flag
          • To Place a Flag
        • Show/Edit Flag
          • To Display or Edit a Flag's Explanatory Message from Selected Flag
        • Update Flags
          • To Update a Flag's Display Image
      • Annotating Models in 3D
      • Cloud Toolbox
        • Cloud By Points
          • To Place a Revision Cloud
        • Cloud By Element
          • To Create a Revision Cloud from an Existing Closed Element
          • To Create Revision Clouds from Multiple Elements
    • Dimensioning
      • Dimension Elements
      • To Turn On or Off the Display of Dimensions in a View
      • To Turn On or Off the Display of Dimensions in All Open Views
      • Dimension Styles
        • To Create a Dimension Style
        • To Make a Dimension Style the Active Style
        • To Save a Dimension Style to the DGN File
        • To Copy a Dimension Style
        • To Remap Dimension Styles
        • To Delete Dimension Styles
        • To Reset a Dimension Style
        • To Modify Settings for a Single Dimension Style
        • To Modify Settings for Multiple Dimension Styles
        • To Compare Two Dimension Styles
        • To Display Differences Between Two Dimension Styles
        • To Turn the Preview Pane On or Off
        • To Control Dimensions Displayed in the Preview Pane
        • To Turn the Dimension Styles List Box On or Off
        • Dimension Styles Dialog
          • Dimension Styles Dialog Icons
          • Dimension Styles Dialog, Geometry Tab
          • Dimension Styles Dialog, Units Tab
          • Dimension Styles Dialog, Text Tab
          • Dimension Styles Dialog, Symbology Tab
          • Dimension Styles Dialog, Advanced Tab
        • Remap Elements to Dimension Style Dialog
      • Dimension Style Libraries
        • To Save and Modify a Dimension Style from a Library
        • To Compare a Local Dimension Style with the Dimension Style Library
        • To Display Differences Between a Local Dimension Style and the Dimension Style Library
        • To Import Dimension Styles from Another File or DGN Library
        • To Update Dimension Styles from Dimension Style Libraries
      • Aligning Dimension Styles
      • Associating Dimensions with Elements
        • To Place Association Points
      • Dimensions Toolbox
        • Element Dimensioning
          • To Dimension an Element
          • To Label the Length and Direction of a Line
          • To Dimension a Distance Perpendicularly from an Element (at a Separately-Identified Point)
          • To Dimension the Radius of a Circular Element
          • To Dimension the Radius of a Circular Element with an Extended Leader
          • To Dimension the Diameter of a Circular Element
          • To Dimension the Diameter of a Circular Element with an Extended Leader
          • To Dimension Diameter with the Dimension Placed Parallel
        • Linear Dimensioning
          • To Dimension the Distance Between Two Points
          • To Create a Linear Dimension by Selecting Multiple Elements
          • To Create a Stacked Linear Dimension from an Origin
          • To Create a Chained Linear Dimension from an Origin
        • Angular Dimensioning
          • To Dimension an Angle
          • To Dimension an Angle(s) from an Origin
          • To Dimension the Angle Between Two Lines
          • To Dimension the Size of an Arc
          • To Dimension an Arc from an Origin
        • Ordinate Dimensioning
          • To Place an Ordinate Dimension
        • Change Dimension
          • To Change a Dimension to the Active Dimension Attributes
          • To Change a Dimension by Changing the Dimension Style
          • To Change Only Some of a Dimension's Attributes
        • Match Dimension Settings
          • To Match Dimension Settings
        • Drop Dimension Element
          • To Break Up a Dimension Element
          • To Break Up Dimension Elements in the Fence Contents
        • Reassociate Dimension
          • To Recreate a Dimension's Associativity Individually
          • To Recreate Several Dimensions' Associativity Using a Fence
        • Place Center Mark
          • To Place a Center Mark in a Circle or Arc Using the Place Center Mark Tool
      • Angular Dimensions Toolbox
        • Dimension Angle from X-Axis
          • To Dimension an Angle from the X-Axis
        • Dimension Angle from Y-Axis
          • To Dimension an Angle from the Y-Axis
        • Dimension Chamfer
          • To Dimension the Angle of a Chamfer
      • XYZ Text Toolbox
        • Label Point Coordinate
          • To Label Coordinates with a Data Point
        • Label Element Coordinates
          • To Label Coordinates of a Single Element
          • To Label Coordinates of Fenced Elements
          • To Label Coordinates of All Elements in a Design
        • Export Coordinates
          • To Export Coordinates of a Single Element to a Text File
          • To Export Coordinates of Fenced Elements to a Text File
          • To Export All Coordinates of Elements in the Design File to a Text File
        • Import Coordinates
          • To Import Coordinates from a Text File as Points
          • To Import Coordinates from a Text File as Text
          • To Import Coordinates from a Text File as Cells
      • Insert (Dimension) Vertex
        • To Add an Extension Line to a Dimension Element
      • Delete (Dimension) Vertex
        • To Delete an Extension Line
      • Dimensioning Key-ins
        • To Turn Off a Dimension's Extension Line
        • To Turn Off All of a Dimension's Extension Lines
        • To Turn On a Dimension's Extension Line
        • To Turn On All of a Dimension's Extension Lines
        • To Toggle the Display of a Dimension's Extension Lines
        • To Change the View That Determines the Orientation of Dimension Text
        • To Change the Dimension Text Justification
      • Changing Dimension Associations
        • To Drop an Association Point
        • To Reassociate an Extension Line to an Element
      • Modifying a Dimension Element and Dimension Text
        • To Move an Extension Line
        • To Modify the Length of an Extension Line
        • To Modify the Length of Extension Lines
        • To Move Dimension Text
        • To Edit Text in a Dimension Element
      • Dimension Audit
        • To Set Criteria for a Dimension Audit
        • To Find a Dimension Error
        • To Run Dimension Audit from Key-ins
        • Dimension Audit Dialog
    • Labels
      • To Place a Label with a Leader
      • To Place a Label Without a Leader
      • Place Label
      • Filtering Cell Names in the Place Label Tool
    • Favorites
      • To Create a Text Favorite
      • To Insert Favorite Text
      • To Rename a Text Favorite
      • To Remove a Text Favorite
      • Text Favorite Manager
        • To Create a Text Favorite
        • To Edit a Text Favorite
        • To Insert Favorite Text
        • To Remove a Text Favorite from the Favorites List
    • Item Types
      • Attach Item
        • To Attach an Item to an Element
        • To Attach an Item to a File, Model, or Reference
      • Attach Item Dialog
        • To Attach an Item Type to an Element
        • To Search for a Picklist Value in the Attach Item dialog
        • (Technology Preview) To Clone Items to an Element
      • Detach Item
        • To Detach an Item from an Element
        • To Detach an Item from a File or a Model
      • Edit Item Dialog
        • To Edit an Attached Item Type
      • Item Type Definitions and Instances Export and Import
        • To Export Item Type Definition to Excel File
        • To Import Item Type Definition from Excel
        • To Export Item Type Instances to Excel
        • To Import Item Type Instances from Excel
      • Picklist Manager
        • Picklists from DGNLibrary files
        • To Create a Picklist
        • To Add a Picklist to an Item's Property Definition
        • To Export a Picklist
        • To Import a Picklist
      • Expressions
        • Expression Types and Syntax Examples
        • Expression Builder Dialog for Item Types
          • To Create a Valid Expression to associate with a Property Definition
        • To Define and Apply an Expression
        • To Use a Property Definition Value Within Another Property Definition Value for Expression
        • Expression to Derive Data from Lookup Tables
      • Item Types Dialog
        • To Define Picklist Settings for Picklist Source as Range
        • To Define Picklist Settings for Picklist Source as Named Range
        • To Define Picklist Settings for Picklist Source as Column
        • To Define Picklist Settings for Picklist Source as Custom
      • Preferred Units Dialog
      • Upgrade Tag Sets Dialog
        • To Upgrade Tag Sets to Item Types
      • (Technology Preview) Populate an Item Type with Latitude/Longitude Properties
    • Comparing Text Field, Label, Note, Table, Report, Item, Item Type, and Item Sets
    • Area Tools
      • Measure Area and Place Text
        • To Measure Area of an Element and Place it as Text
        • To Measure Area and Place Text Using Flood
        • To Measure Area and Place Text Using Union or Intersection
        • To Measure the Area Difference Between Elements
        • To Measure Area of an Element
      • Area Calculator and Place Text
        • To Calculate the Sum of Areas of Elements and Place as Text
        • To Calculate the Difference in the Areas of Elements and Place as Text
      • Place Area and Place Text
        • To Place Area and Place Text in a Design
      • Area Tools Parameters
        • To Set Parameters for Area Tools
  • Scheduling and Reporting
    • Tables
      • Creating Table Seeds
      • Working with Tables
        • To Add or Edit Text in a Table
        • To Change the Column Width or Row Height of a Table
        • To Distribute the Rows of a Table
        • To Distribute the Columns of a Table
        • To Lock the Size of a Table
        • To Change the Symbology of the Cell Borders in a Table
        • To Show or Hide the Cell Borders of a Table
        • To Change the Fill Color of a Cell in a Table
        • To Merge Cells of a Table
        • To Split the Cells of a Table
      • Place Table
      • To Place an Empty Table
      • To Place a Table from a Report Definition
      • To Place a Table from an Excel Workbook
      • To Refresh a Table
      • Table Tools Contextual Tab
      • Item Type Definitions and Instances Export and Import
      • (Technology Preview) Save Style
    • Report Definitions
      • General Workflow for Creating a Report
      • To Save a Report Definition from Search in the Resources Tab of the Explorer Dialog
      • To Export a Report to Excel Workbook or .csv File
      • To Place a Report Definition as a Table
      • To Import a Report Definition
      • Reports Dialog
        • (Technology Preview) Summarize, Groups and Aggregates
          • To Group Columns and Aggregate Column Information
          • To Summarize Information in Report Columns
      • Upgrade Tag Report
      • To Upgrade a Tag Report Template
  • Printing, Publishing, and Export
• Working with Complete Designs
  • Digital Rights Technologies
    • File Protection
      • What Is File Protection?
        • To Protect a File
        • To Enable File Protection
      • Encryption
      • File Protection and Rights
      • Authorizing Users and Assigning Rights
        • Authenticating Users
        • Protecting a File
          • Protecting with a Certificate or Password
            • To Protect a File with a Certificate
            • To Protect a File with a Password
          • Creating Licenses to Authorize Users
            • To Add an Everyone License
            • To Add a Password License
            • To Add a Recipient Certificate License
            • To Remove a License
        • Obtaining a Person’s Certificate
          • To Obtain a User's Certificate via Signed E-Mail
        • Using Protected Files
          • URL Authentication
          • Opening a File in an Unsecured Environment
          • Opening a File in Secure Mode
        • Digital Rights Dialog
          • Add Recipient Certificate Dialog
          • Add Password Dialog
          • License Properties Dialog
      • Digital Rights-Compliant Applications
        • Signing Applications
          • To Add a Certificate That Identifies a Rights–Compliant Application
          • To Add a Public Key Token to a List of Authorized .NET Assemblies
        • VBA Macros
        • Trusted Applications Dialog
          • Add Trusted Signing Certificate Dialog
      • Protect Dialog
      • Certificates Dialog
    • Protection Configuration Variables
    • Digital Signatures
      • Digital Signature Components
        • Model Scope
        • File Scope
        • Signature Scope Not Restricted to View and Level Display
        • Signature Excludes External Resources, Databases, and User Preferences
        • Changes Inside File That Do Not Invalidate Signatures
        • Changes Outside File That Do Not Invalidate Signatures
        • Signatures and Design History
        • Signatures and Other Signatures
        • Digital Signatures and References
        • File Signatures
        • Model Signatures
        • Signature Cells
          • To Create a Signature Cell Using a Cell Library
          • To Create a Signature Cell Using a Model
        • Signature Decorations
        • Spoofing and Trust
        • Signature Integration
        • Multiple Digital Signatures
        • Multi-User Support and Digital Signatures
        • Customization of Signatures
      • Digital Signatures Dialog
      • Add File Signature Dialog
      • Place Signature Cell Dialog
      • Add Hidden Digital Model Signature Dialog
      • Signature Properties Dialog
      • Tools for Signing
        • To Sign an Entire File
        • To Sign Multiple Files via Batch Command
        • Adding a Model Signature
          • To Add a Model Signature
        • Hierarchical Signing
          • To Create a Signing Hierarchy
        • To Remove a Signature
        • To Re-validate a Signature
      • Digital Signatures Toolbox
        • Digital Signatures
      • Place Signature Cell
        • To Place a Signature Cell
      • Security Configuration Variables
  • Printing
    • Introduction to Printing
      • The Printing Interfaces
      • Changing the Appearance of a Plot
      • Defining Default Properties for a Plot
      • Previewing Plots
      • Printing to a ProjectWise InterPlot Server
      • Configuration Considerations
        • Selecting a Printer
        • Printer Paper Sizes
    • Using the Print Dialog
      • Creating a Print from the Print Dialog
        • Introduction to the Print Dialog
          • To Open the Print Dialog
          • To Expand the Print Dialog to Visually Check the Printed Output
          • To View the Print Size, Scale, and Position Settings
        • Selecting the Print Area
        • Setting the Output Color Mode
        • Printing Rasterized, Rendered, and Transparent Prints
        • Selecting a Printer for the Print Dialog
          • To Select a Bentley Printer Driver
          • To Select a Windows Printer Driver
          • Printer Driver Selection Guide
          • Supported Printers
          • Display Labels
            • To Add or Change a Display Label for a Printer
        • Setting the Printing Parameters
          • Setting the Paper Size, Orientation, and Output
          • Setting the Print Scale and Print Size
          • Setting the Printer's Units
            • To Change the Printer's Units
          • Setting the Print Position
          • Setting the Print Resymbolization
            • To Attach a Pen Table in the Print Dialog
            • To Detach a Pen Table in the Print Dialog
            • To Attach a Design Script in the Print Dialog
            • To Detach a Design Script in the Print Dialog
          • Setting the Print Rotation and Mirroring
        • Previewing the Printed Output
          • To Open the Preview Window
          • Updating from the View
            • To Update the Print Dialog Preview from the View
            • To Update the Preview Window from the View