BSB adding extra text and dim styles with Component Library
We are still using Component Library and we are testing BSB. We are finding that when we start a new job out template file only has our standard text and dim styles. But after drawing a single cabinet BSB seems to be adding a multitude of additional textAC COMPANION
Is there a current yearly pricing structure regarding Support and Maintenance for those not making the move to BSB. I am speaking about a single license.Processing Station_ Settings
I am setting up to nest some parts and I have a question about the meaning of one. Can someone explain what this setting is for, I don't understand it. What is "Set Mill"?Converting Text into polylines
We are routing unit number plates and need to routes using a specific font, is there a way within MV to convert text to polylines? I've tried the AutoCAD commands to no avail.Update
I received an email about bsb update dated Oct 11. Toolbox bsb025 Install .zip 25.1.1013/25.0919 Is this an update or full install. I have down loaded it but I don't want to run this till I know what it all means ? Cheers ScottHelp Boxes expire too quickly
these pop up boxes disappear too quickly for me, do we have any control over this sort of setting to increase the time for me to read it without having to highlight again? Its probably 3 seconds too short, and i like to read them multiple times just toCommunity Accessibility Settings (New Controls)
Have you tried the new Accessibility Settings for our Community? Click the circle icon next to your profile image in the upper-right of the Community header. This will open a panel on the right-side of the browser window. Key Features I enabled: NightSaving New Subassembly - updated values not saving back to library or project.
I am trying to add a new Drawer System to our Component Library, and when I try and save the subassembly back to the library after changes values in the lookup table, and other prompts they are not saving and subassembly reverts back to old values. IQ4 2025 Roadmap Preview
Want to see what we’ll be working on in Q4? Join me and other members of our product team tomorrow at 1:30 PM Pacific Time for our Q4 Roadmap Preview. | Register to attend We’ll chat about what made the list, what didn’t, and have an open conversationDoes anyone have a Buyout Door drilling report that they are willing to share?
We just recently moved over to the Foundation library and are still working out the kinks. Does anyone have a Buyout Door Drilling Report they are willing to share? Thanks, JasonBi-Directional SQL Replication
We're in a situation where we may want two people working on the same job while connecting to 2 different datacenters (overseas contractor + local supervisor). Would it be possible for the SQL servers to be synced both ways without making MicrovellumDrawer Box Report is printing incorrect width for drawer.
The drawer report is printing the interior or cabinet bay opening width. 18" wide cab, has a 16.5" opening for drawer. Drawer width should be 15.875" wide but it lists it at 16.5". Any help on how to correct this would appreciated.Design Data Subassembly List - glitch?
Hi, If a sub assembly is to be changed within design data, when selecting 'show subassembly list', the list is extremely small. This usually occurs if a sub assembly window is opened in the design data. Sometimes if that window is closed, the list mayAdded NEW Hinge and machining not showing up in 3D
We added a new hinge, and have all the machining tokens added to the hinge, However we are not getting the associative machining to show on our doors. Anyone have any idea what's going on?Formula Driven Material - Formula HELP
We are working on setting up our foundation library using formula driven materials, and are running into the issue of how to come up with and name each possible material combination. We have projects where we can have 10 different laminate colors, andToolbox BSB Trial
It appears that the trial period is for the company and not for individual users in the company. What happens when the BSB trial ends and some of us have not installed BSB yet? Should everyone install and activate BSB before the end of the trial evenDrawer Report Error
Does anyone know what the correct variable is for the drawer width in the drawer report? It seems the report is using the value for the opening and not the net size of the drawer. The drawer parts however are the correct size.mm and in help
I'm working on some Wizard/formula materials we use imperial. in my wizard i would like a drop down for standard edge band thicknesses like, .5mm 1mm 3mm whats the best way convert that dropdown to imperial for the formula for the thickness in the mRemove Barcode Asterisks
Hi, Production is trying to use our Labels to Scan a Barcode for our Drilltek machine. We're using Code 3 of 9 font, with barcode format set to FileName (No Extension). Our Tech out there is saying its scanning with the correct name, however it wont selectKV Shelf Bracket & Standards
Any chance someone has a "Dynamic Block" for KV. Thanks in advance.Copy a project in the Data Base.
Team, I am trying to create a copy of a project in the database, but it is not getting synced with MV.FEATURE REQUEST: Move “Product Drawing Setups” to Global controlled prompts.
The “Product Drawing Setups” are created and controlled on a per computer basis, allowing each user to make their own setup and changes based on their desired look. For a company that wants to create and control the basic standards of our drawings soMV Undo Command
I feel like it would be extremely useful to have a MV Undo command, Maybe there are some major technical hurdles here but it seems like one of the biggest improvements to useability as a new adopter... Adding this from the comments below for better visibility.Feature Request - Printable Comments
Something i've always wished we had was a way to convey information on a nesting patter that comes through onto the report drawing. I assume it would work in the following way, user draws something in 2d, makes it a specific colour on a specific layerReference PDF for Drawing and Associative Tokens
This may be somewhere in the Knowledge Base section, but I couldn't find, so I thought I share it here for anyone that finds it helpful. If you regularly add tokens to your products, drawing tokens or associative machining tokens, this PDF will tell youFYI: Foundation Library Version 25.0919 is out
Just an FYI the Foundation library version 25.0919 is available to download from the Portal Haven't been able to find any release notes for it yet @Latisha DaubyFEATURE REQUEST: MV Clipboard for Drawing Tokens
There are MV clipboards for parts, prompts, machine tokens, subassemblies, and hardware. These are great tools to help speed up work and keep things consistent - especially when you're needing to customize a product, or if you plan to update your libraryFEATURE REQUEST - Save and close product prompts interface without redrawing
I would like the option of redrawing a product (or not) after making changes to the product prompts. I know in the product list you can access the product prompts interface and make changes without the redraw each time. But this would be a great timeDowel removal at top and back only?
Can you have dowels and conformats machined in the back edges of divisions and ends, but not in the back edge of the top and bottom of the cabinet.Modify default nest colors
Is there any way to change the default colors (currently yellow for borders, green for face 5 detailing, and red for face 6 detailing) being used in the nest composite drawings?Can I control part front edge placement on a nested sheet?
My CNC operator prefers when all front edges of parts face the same way on a nested sheet. Is there a setting for that?Changing Depth Or A Route In The Nest
I am trying to figure out the easiest way of changing the depth of a routing in the CNC nests, specifically when the route has a ramp-in. I can change the depth of a route by reassigning a tool using the "2D MACHINING TOOLS" toolbox but I loose the ramp,Feature Request: Enhanced “Fill Wall with Products” Functionality
The current “Fill Wall with Products” method allows a user to define the quantity of a single product type, then calculates widths based on the wall length (subtracting left and right gaps). While useful, this functionality is limited when designing moreCut Parts Wizard - Are multiple tabs Possible?
Is it possible to add more tabs to the Cut Parts Wizard, similar to how the Hardware Material Wizard has multiple tabs at the top? As we are wanting to move the Interior Finishes and Misc Finishes to there own tabs instead of being under the Category.Block attributes
is there a way to have block attributes refer to the microvellum global? i'm trying to set up detail blocks that show the defaults of the job, so for example have a door reveal detail block that the reveal attributes in the block look to that global.OEM 2021 Cabinet Numbering
Has anyone using OEM 2021 experienced MV not sequencially numbering cabinets when you input them? We can say add a cabinet 1.01 and the next cabinet inserted will have a number r we used early on in the project.Leg Levelers and Finished Ends
Ok so we thinking about switching to using Hafele Axilo Leg Levelers in lieu of ladderbases. Question I have though ... how do you handle FINISHED ENDS?? We are going to use THESE in the FE corners / side though ... Do you know / is there is an EASY wayFeature Request - Panel Instead of Face Frame for Blind Corner Cabinet
The image probably makes this more clear than the following description. When placing a blind corner cabinet using the Face Frame library, it would be great if the hidden part of the cabinet was a wood panel instead of a face frame. I accomplished theDatabase problem
I’m experiencing a critical issue with Microvellum related to the database size. I already performed a cleanup of projects and work orders, and I’ve also used the Database Management tools under Options > Utilities, but the problem persists. The fileElevations on Angled Walls
Morning all, I was wondering if anyone knew the best way to do elevations on angled walls? I can't seem to find a clean way to do them!Next Page
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