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Using MicroStation Named Fences

August 24, 2015 by Chuck Kirasic Leave a Comment

The named fence option allows the user to create a permanent fence within the MicroStation file for reference file clipping.

MicroStation Container Files

March 10, 2014 by Chuck Kirasic 13 Comments

Do you think managing many reference files in MicroStation is a tedious task? Chuck Kirasic shares how using a container file will help!

AutoCAD to MicroStation migration tip: working with references

August 6, 2011 by Edwin Prakoso 4 Comments

MicroStation tip for AutoCAD users and people who just start using references. Learn the details about reference dialog.

MicroStation tip: How to make a non-plot level

July 28, 2011 by Edwin Prakoso Leave a Comment

Do you want to exclude some MicroStation levels from plotting? Make them as non-plot level? Or do you want to exclude certain types of elements from plotting?

MicroStation tip: using active element priority

May 2, 2011 by Edwin Prakoso Leave a Comment

Do you need to create hidden lines in MicroStation drawings, and need to change it often? Try using element priority to do it automatically.

MicroStation tip: How to change crosshair’s color?

April 29, 2011 by Edwin Prakoso 3 Comments

Want to change pointer’s circle or crosshair color in MicroStation? Read how to do it here.

MicroStation tip: change view background color and pointer size

April 5, 2011 by Edwin Prakoso 6 Comments

Do you want to change MicroStation view background? Or do you prefer to have full sized pointer/crosshair? See how you can do it in MicroStation here.

MicroStation tip: Create automatic plot date in title block

March 25, 2011 by Edwin Prakoso 1 Comment

Need to show plot date information in title block? We can do that in MicroStation using pen table. See how you can do it here.

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How to: Selectively Select Objects in Revit

Revit model usually is not as complicated as an AutoCAD drawing. You can select objects easier before you modify it. However, in a complex model, you need a method to select multiple objects faster. You want to select them based on specific properties. For example, you want to select all walls with a specific type. Or you want to select all walls with a specific function.
We cover different methods in this article that you can use.

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