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  1. Sticky Thread Sticky: How to get good answers when you ask questions

    This forum needs a post like this as a sticky. The below was quoted from the ChiefTalk Q&A forum sticky post of the same name. I'd just like...

    Started by Elovia, 08-08-2010 11:24 AM
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    08-13-2010 04:27 PM Go to last post
  2. Thumbs up Sticky Thread Sticky: New Users Welcome

    We have been seeing a lot of new users here on the forum and I wanted to take the time to welcome all of you. If you have been reading the forum...

    Started by Dan Park, 03-28-2006 10:17 AM
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    08-04-2007 09:50 AM Go to last post
  3. Lightbulb Sticky Thread Sticky: How To Attach Pictures to HomeTalk Posts

    It is sometimes helpful to attach a picture to a post to help explain a problem you are having. This is a relatively easy thing to do but can be...

    Started by Dermot Dempsey, 08-18-2005 01:01 PM
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  1. Elevation Cross Section - switch basement off?

    Hi, Trying to produce B&W line plans for permit submission but having trouble switching off the basement. If I back clip or clip from underneath...

    Started by Sydney23, 07-29-2010 04:34 PM
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    Today 02:39 AM Go to last post
  2. How do I view a construction doc that shows all framing for each room

    ...looking to see framing for each room, not the framing 3Dview and then print these construction docs with as much detail and annotation as possible...

    Started by KILO2TANGO, Yesterday 11:30 AM
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    Yesterday 08:56 PM Go to last post
  3. How To Get Multiple Foundation Levels

    BACKGROUND: I have an existing "raised ranch" with a walk-out basement on the downslope side and the upslope side the stem wall is ~36" higher...

    Started by JPH, 09-06-2010 10:37 AM
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    Yesterday 08:40 PM Go to last post
  4. Printing

    When printing a plan I would like the plan to automatically fill the size of the sheet I am using, such as letter ( 8 1/2 x 11) or Legal. I am only...

    Started by Trent N, Yesterday 04:14 PM
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    Yesterday 06:34 PM Go to last post
  5. Trouble Sending elevation view to layout or sending to printe

    The problem I am having is that when I send the view to the layout it is missing portions of the roof and seems to be showing portions of wall...

    Started by migaloo, Yesterday 10:27 AM
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    Yesterday 04:43 PM Go to last post
  6. Access the libraries I downloaded.

    How do I use the librairies that I downloaded from the Chief Architec website they are in my computer but I can't seem to get to them when I am using...

    Started by Ron957, Yesterday 01:42 PM
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    Yesterday 03:42 PM Go to last post
  7. HD Pro 8 Wall Type Definitions Confusion

    I have scoured Help, the manual, and this forum and can find no clear explanation of this. For instance - I have a half daylight basement with brick...

    Started by Hugh, 09-06-2010 05:42 PM
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    09-06-2010 07:46 PM Go to last post
  8. Ready to build from these plans, how?

    HDS9 - Ok, I've got my floorplan the way I want it, now what? I need to get this plan in to a format that framers and other contractors want. I've...

    Started by AngryBadger, 09-05-2010 07:32 PM
    print blueprint plans
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    09-06-2010 06:36 PM Go to last post
  9. Registering Pro 9 multiple times

    A few times I have started Pro 9 on my laptop and the product registration screen appears. Clearly, the software was registered months ago. This...

    Started by GordC, 09-06-2010 12:05 PM
    • Replies: 8
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    09-06-2010 06:33 PM Go to last post
  10. Trial version of HDS

    Hi guys I have been looking for a Home Designer software for my personal projects. So far I have tied a few demo but none on of them as satisfied...

    Started by badaboom, 09-06-2010 06:52 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    09-06-2010 09:03 AM Go to last post
  11. Attic wall problem on unusual shed roof configuration

    I'm trying to display attic walls for a shed roof plane that has several other roof planes nearby which aren't coplanar or connected at the ridge. I...

    Started by austinbuilder, 09-05-2010 09:08 PM
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    09-06-2010 08:45 AM Go to last post
  12. Foundation floor displayed as underlayment

    In several Room Specifications on level 1: - On the Structure tab, I have checked "Floor for this room is supplied by the foundation 'room' from the...

    Started by NorseMN, 09-05-2010 11:21 AM
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    09-05-2010 01:47 PM Go to last post
  13. washer and dryer hookups

    does anyone know where i can find symbols like this (see pic below) to download. It really bugs me that I don't have this in my plan. I have searched...

    Started by Rosco, 09-03-2010 05:31 PM
    • Replies: 3
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    09-03-2010 08:46 PM Go to last post
  14. Product Instrution Manual Misdirection

    I am currently using Interior Designer 9.0. I am trying to add a gable over a window. However I cannot find the Gable Over Door/Window edit button. I...

    Started by mcallahan14, 09-02-2010 09:52 AM
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    09-03-2010 04:33 PM Go to last post
  15. find a bath

    where do I find a free standing bath the same as the one in Interior Design sample gallery

    Started by VEI, 09-02-2010 06:36 PM
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    09-03-2010 02:49 PM Go to last post
  16. Noob here, with a first project question

    I am focusing on landscaping for a friend and wanted to get something decent started so far it looks pretty rough but I am only on my third day with...

    Started by Schadenfreude, 09-02-2010 08:19 AM
    • Replies: 5
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    09-03-2010 12:38 PM Go to last post
  17. Defaults for temporary dimensions

    JulieBB here. I am using Home Designer Pro 9. I am trying to get my temporary dimensions to snap to the interior surfaces of the walls, not the...

    Started by JulieBB, 09-02-2010 08:01 AM
    • Replies: 2
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    09-03-2010 12:26 PM Go to last post
  18. Question Creating floor covering using Interior Design tool

    I'm trying to figure out how to get the interior design tool to reflect the tile I imported as a tile (grout lines, etc) instead of one solid...

    Started by DianaH, 09-03-2010 09:45 AM
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    09-03-2010 10:47 AM Go to last post
  19. bathroom under stairwell

    hi...i won't explain why i am doing a design like this....too many laughs too easy for pros...but i hope this question makes sense: i am designing a...

    Started by titusvilleuk, 09-01-2010 07:23 PM
    • Replies: 5
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    09-02-2010 03:17 PM Go to last post
  20. Roof Problems

    Hi, in the model that I am building, the roof contains a combination of flat (parapet) and regular roof. When I build the roof, it comes out all...

    Started by Cheerios', 09-02-2010 01:08 PM
    • Replies: 2
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    09-02-2010 01:34 PM Go to last post
  21. doors not at ground level

    Hi, I'm using Architectural Home Designer 9.0. My home is built on a slab, so the door opens at almost ground level. Just step down an inch or so,...

    Started by fern, 09-02-2010 09:03 AM
    • Replies: 2
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    09-02-2010 11:56 AM Go to last post
  22. Lost File

    Is there any way to retrieve a plan file that was not saved from 2 days ago??:(

    Started by abrunkles, 09-02-2010 10:54 AM
    • Replies: 1
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    09-02-2010 11:35 AM Go to last post
  23. Reset Origin

    I am a CAD guy but new to Home Designer Pro - I am used to certain CAD functions I can't find how to do here. For instance, when I set up a new...

    Started by c3ajeff, 09-02-2010 08:18 AM
    • Replies: 4
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    09-02-2010 09:42 AM Go to last post
  24. Exclamation Image Distortion

    Help me please! System; Windows 7 Ultimate Quad Q-8300 Intel HD 4650 Ati (1.7 gb) 4 Gb Kingston Ram

    Started by zero2900, 09-02-2010 01:22 AM
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    09-02-2010 07:56 AM Go to last post
  25. birdsmouth is not visible

    I'm not able to view the birdsmouth when I only have the rafter visible. The first image shows where the rafter would sit on the top plate. The...

    Started by last, 09-01-2010 12:21 PM
    • Replies: 4
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    09-01-2010 03:30 PM Go to last post

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