Create Custom Library Parts and Components

If you cannot find the library part you need, you can create your own GDL object. You need not do any programming; a few techniques using familiar ARCHICAD tools lets you draw and save a customized object easily, using regular construction elements as custom building blocks (regardless of their originally intended purpose).

Custom components are sub-parts of library parts, such as doorknobs. These, too, you can create graphically and save for use with existing library parts.

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What’s Covered

Save 2D Symbols as Objects

Save 2D Elements as Label

Save 3D Elements as Objects

Save Rectangular Doors and Windows from 3D Model Elements

Save Custom-Shape Doors or Windows

Create Custom Components for Doors, Windows, Curtain Wall, Stair, Railing

Create Custom Components: Example Workflows

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