CAD/BIM Tips & Tricks

Introduction to models for the new V8 user

A design model is similar to the “DWG model space” and a sheet model is similar to the “DWG paper space”.

Determine which of your massive set of DGN project files contained a specific text string or a particular cell or model or level.

Have a macro recorded that will perform that repetitive action without your having to go through all the key-strokes and mouse-clicks each time.

Include that little section of the reference that is just outside the boundary.

Ensure consistency by offering an easy way to standardize level settings in your design files.

Leverage cells is to place them as “annotation cells” in models that will be referenced to sheets that have different annotation scales.

A common task for surveyors, civil engineers and GIS professionals is recreating a property boundary from a plat.

Use tentative point snaps to quickly measure distances between elements in your design files.

Here is an easy way to trim several elements very quickly using the MicroStation Trim Element command along with the PowerSelector tool.