Saw Optimization
We are purchasing a new Homag saw, and I'm considering dropping Cutrite and just directly sending code to the controller from MV. Is anyone doing this? How is the yield you're getting compared to Cutrite? I checked a few years back, and couldn't getToolbox Training videos
Hi, Have a few new guys starting shortly I am looking for some basic introductory videos on Toolbox. Where can I find those? Looked on Microvellum youtube channel but they are all made private. Thanks2024 Viewbase
Anyone else on Toolbox OEM 2024 and Viewbase doesn't work?XLS Import Not Pulling Job Description
I am working on importing our estimates to import into MV, but the Project Description is not populating. Anyone know what the issue is?The Foundation Library – A Unified Library Data Structure for All
For the last year or so, we have been working hard to develop a new library data structure to replace the cabinet libraries used by clients in various regions of the world. The vision of this initiative was to create a unified dataset that would enableExiting Options window causes 10+ Seconds Delay
Hi, We have a weird problem with a new server update and was wondering if anyone else had heard of this. When we click Toolbox Setup->Options and close the Options Window, we cannot interface with any of the microvellum buttons for about 10 seconds. I2D hardware drawing in 2D Editor UI
How do you turn off 2D hardware drawings in 2D Editor? I don't have any hardware drawing in the 2D Editor UI currently. Yesterday I updated a machine token to a hinge that I've never used before. Now it's drawing a 2D representation of that hardware inMaterial File issues
Has anyone ever had a material just not show up in the interface? I can see the offending sheet material in the spreadsheet. It appears like all the others, but it's not available in the interface. Wondering if there is an easy fix. This is a project,MV COMMAND BOX MISSING
I UPDATED MY CUIX AND NOW MY MV COMMANDS BOX IS MISSING HOW DO I GET IT BACK?Better way to create/update SQL CE configuration
We work with a ton of clients and need to be able to get a clean copy of each customers MV configuration in a SQL CE format. Right now the "correct" and into proper way that I know of to do this is through the transfer tables tool. This issue with thisfoundation library toe kick dowels
we just got the new library and i am going thru trying to get our library to be very sim. to what we are doing for maching now. the question i have is is there a simple way to turn off the doweling at the top of the toe kick with out turning of the endNew Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 24.1.0112.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 24.1.0112.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for issues with session connection alerts, spoilboard penetration values, module trial licenses refreshing, and more. Please refer to the completeMetafile - saving using library designer
I'm not sure how to save revised metafile flatshot tokens to our library using library designer. I have the flatshots looking the way that we like and want to make a sweeping change to all base, tall and upper cabinets. Any advise?Export XML
Is there any way we could export projects as XMLSimple Finger Pull Detail
The last time I was asked to build a cabinet with a beveled edge finger pull detail was well before I became a MV user. It has come up again and highlighted a hole in my ability as a user. I'm hoping someone can point me towards a knowledge base articleHow to grow as a MV programmer/Drafter without a drafting degree
Hi MV family, I would like to hear any experiences or advice from industry professionals about advancing in this field without a technical degree. My experience: Millwork helper/installer 2017-2019 CNC Operator/ 2019 Present CNC Programmer (using MV)system variable monitor
so I have this system variable monitor setup in my 2023 OEM so that it alerts me if a system changes a setting. What I have noticed is that sometimes I get random changes. I think it has something to do the SDI setting. I utilize alot of other softwareshadow line tool
is it possible to have a shadow line finger pull tool as a separate tool, not just the default cutting tool?Missing rout for captured back on corner cabinet
Good afternoon MV, I was wondering if anyone has seen this. It looks like the Rout for the captured back on the right side is missing. I have not tried machining this yet but was wondering if anyone else has come across this, and if so what did you do?Multi-tool depth
When using a multi-tool, the depth specified in the machine token is ignored, instead the individual tool depths within the multi-tool are used. This system does not allow for the use of formulas or using a multi-tool at different depths - you have toMenus not showing/operating correctly
I have had issues with the menus and drop downs for a while, and they seem to have gotten worse. Below you can see the subassembly save menu is cropped beyond use. The next image I am trying to illustrate how the tab out menus have layered on top of theSection Label Drawing Mirrored
I was trying to update the drawing labels to match our current style, and when it comes in it is mirrored. Anyone know how to fix this?Dynamic Item Numbers
Hi Is there a way to have an item number dynamically set based on a global setting? e.g. Item Number =If(G!Cabinetry_Option=2,"1","NOCUT") We have a cabinetry layout for a regular tiny house customer who has multiple versions of essentially the same cabinetry.Changing Current Configuration
I think it would be nice if there was the option to change the current configuration without exiting and relogging in. It would be nice if maybe you could do it from the tool bar also.cui import
i had my interface setup like my Acad interface with all my toolbars how i like them and for some reason when i was messing around in the cui stuff i hit a button that made it go back to the default with the ribbon(which i hate). how do i get it bacTitle Block address not populating from Project Properties
My address is not auto populating from the information in Project Properties. The Job Name, Job Number and Contractor are coming over correctly, but for some reason the address is not. Can anyone point me in the right direction on how to fix this?Using Microvellum for Entire cabinet process
We are having a discussion with our team right now on how much of Microvellum we should use in our process. Wondering how many of you use it for your sales renderings and quoting specifically?New Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 24.1.0108.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 24.1.0110.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for issues with face 6 machining file names, copied parts or products in the Products List, product or part comments in the Custom Settings tab,Switching from Toolbox AC to OEM
Hello, we are highly considering switching from Toolbox AC to the MV OEM. We have been using standard AutoCAD for decades now, and have been tailoring Toolbox for the past year now to fully implement Microvellum across the board in our engineering department.Mouse Ear Routing Issue
Hello Good day. this is a single page MDF shaker door front (see attached image) , but it seems we have an issue with the lead in and lead out. what is the best solution to solve this. Thank youChecking Your Work
Hello! This year our shop is refocusing on reducing errors. We don't have a ton, but we are far from perfect. What strategies do you use to ensure that your work is correct before being released? Thanks, JasonBathroom Partition Expansion - Questions
Hardware: What hardware manufacturers are included in this expansion for the American market? We primarily use Jacknob hardware. Link: Toilet Partition Hardware & Parts - Jacknob, #1 Online Store! Shipping / Packing List Reports How does the ShippingTurn off outline border of product
I have drawn a custom fireplace mantel and I want to turn off the outline border for elevation drawings. I have deleted the drawing tokens for all parts that will not show on the 2d elevation but I cannot find where I can turn off the border. Please seeUpdating the project database to the newest settings of the library
I have an older project that was created prior to some major changes to our library, products, spec groups, and material files. Is there a way to overwrite the old project files and bring the new settings into the old project? The older project doesn'tFeature Request - Prompt organization options
Hello all, One thing I've noticed since I've started working in Microvellum is that prompts are fairly limited in UI organization options. While I appreciate that there's colors, tabs, and different types of control types that allow for some organization,Draw dynamic image - exploded parts list to correct size
Hi. Currently and as the MV team has confirmed to me, these part list dimensions show the panel size less edgeband thickness with absolutely no way to alter this behaviour, irrespective to how the processing stations are set up. We rely heavily on theThick Back Dado/Rabbet Machining Issue
Does anyone have any idea of how to correct the machining on this rabbet cut for a thick back, without adding a new separate machine token? Currently, using the tools we want to use, the rabbet isn't getting fully cut around the edge of the thick back.Q&A Drop-in Session - January 4, 2024 - Recording Now Available!
Did you miss our live Q&A drop-in session this morning? Not to worry, we recorded it for you. The recording from our 7 AM session is now available: Q&A Drop-In Session | Microvellum Software Our free LIVE events provide a great opportunity to learn, connect,Part label printed out doesn't match cut part.
Hi everyone, I have a problem that when I processed from MV 2023, the part label matches with the part from MV, but at a saw station, the part label doesnt match with the cut part. Part stickers were randomly, some do match but some dont in a same WorkToolbox 2023 Now Available!
We are happy to announce that the update to Toolbox 2023 is now available. To discover the new features and abilities of Toolbox 2023 check out What's New in Toolbox 2023 (OEM). For help installing Toolbox 2023 please visit the Installing Toolbox andNext Page
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We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 24.1.1030.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for issues with routing and door profiles, specific settings within data access, the setmill of extruded products, the Library Update Utility,New Foundation Library Release Available Today: Build 24.1025
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