Changing Dimension units in ArchiCAD

Published: 04 December 2022
on channel: LAJ CAD-Forum

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Certainly! Changing dimension units in ArchiCAD is a straightforward process. Here's a step-by-step guide:

How to Change Dimension Units in ArchiCAD:

1. Open Your ArchiCAD Project:
Launch ArchiCAD and open the project file for which you want to change the dimension units.

2. Access the Project Preferences:
In the top menu, go to "Options" and select "Project Preferences."

3. Navigate to Working Units:
Within Project Preferences, find and click on the "Working Units" option. This is where you can adjust various unit settings.

4. Choose Length Units:
In the Working Units dialog, locate the "Length" section.
Use the drop-down menu next to "Length" to select the desired unit for your dimensions (e.g., meters, millimeters, feet, inches).

5. Adjust Additional Settings:
Depending on your project requirements, you may also want to adjust other settings such as "Angle," "Area," and "Elevation."

6. Apply Changes:
After selecting the desired units, click "OK" to apply the changes.

7. Update Dimensions in the Project:
ArchiCAD will prompt you to update existing dimensions to match the new unit settings. Confirm the update to ensure consistency throughout your project.

8. Verify Changes:
Double-check that dimensions in your project now reflect the updated unit settings. Measure a known distance to confirm accuracy.

9. Save Changes:
Save your ArchiCAD project to ensure that the new unit settings are preserved.

By following these steps, you can easily change the dimension units in ArchiCAD to suit the specific requirements of your project. Always review your project after making unit adjustments to confirm that the dimensions are displayed correctly and accurately reflect your design intent.

John Andrew Lugwana,
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B.Arch (MUK), LAJ CAD FORUM

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