Independent Contractors
How do you as individual contractors keep track of projects deadlines and scheduling while sending estimates and invoices? How many customers do you have or take on at a time? Seems like a lot of time would be spent doing other upkeep tasks i.e. sendingcount
Hello Guys i havnt upgraded to toolbox 2023 yet question is what version of autocad does it run as i would like to know if the count command is in this version so i can use it for my title block to count all my hardwares and populate it in a table i knowFoundation Library: Changing Door Style
How, in the foundation do you make changes individually and as a Project change? Also where do you change the drawer rails width to be less than the rails of a door? I.E. from 2.5" to 1.25" Thanks in advance.Ideas for something different
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I'm revisiting using the 2D drawing option in MV but I have a problem when using the 2d drawing tool where it adds multiple imperial scales to the drawing. It then defaults to the imperial scale instead of metric scale for each viewport. In the back ofNew Toolbox Release Available Today! | Build 23.1.0407.641
We are happy to announce that the update to build 23.1.0407.641 is now available! The latest release of Toolbox includes resolutions for issues with Nest Editing Tools, Library Designer and Associative Hardware Machining. Please refer to the completeVector polyline help
I'm struggling with adding 2d plan tokens that follow the shape of a part. For example, a mitered front or back edge of an end panel. I can most likely figure it out by adding the lines and a bunch of if/and/or statements looking at various prompts, butQ & A Drop-In-Session from 4/7
Will the session be available for viewing?New Foundation Hardware for Older Libraries
How compatible is the hardware found in the Foundation library with an older Component library. We're using a customized version of the 49.1 library and aren't looking to put in the time to do the heavy modifications that would be necessary to get theFreelance
I tried starting things on my own but can't for the life of me find anybody that is willing to outsource. Is the industry just really slowing down or what?Work order giving me the wrong quantities.
Hello guys I am having an issue where I am not being able to trust the work order quantities. For example I have a Kitchen and my material quantity when I select all products, It doens't give me a righ number for sheet stock, but if I select one or twoFoundation Library
I cant find in Base Corner Cabinet the tab to have a "straight shelf" it has always been there in previous library. Has this option been removed in the new Foundation Library?MV Recorded walk through
Here goes a shot in the dark, Is there any chance that MV would create a video on how to properly customize the CUI, and breakdown the parts that it would take to make OEM MV function the way that users would like it to function? If you would like examples,"FOUNDATION" Door stile edge line. "2D SECTION"
I'm wondering if anyone has the resolution for the edge line being "Dots" and not a solid line!!Straight Line Routing Machine Token with a Ramp
Hi Guys, Can you put a ramp on a Straight Line Routing Machine Token? I put the tool Number as 101Ramp, but it doesn't seam it is doing the ramp. I could use Pline but the formula just gets a bit more complicated when i have to do 80 of those machineSpeed of MV
Hi I'm new on here and to MV, so please do forgive my ignorance. Can anyone explain to me why one day MV runs super smooth and at great speeds, but the next day I struggle just to open it up. It crashes and takes hrs to do estimate reports. Any helpMicrovellum/ Chat GPT
Hey Microvellum people! Have you all discussed your strategy with how to marry MV with ChatGPT? I haven't been on this thread in a while, we're still using/loving MV; still haven't scratched the surface of its capabilities and still don't feel like we'veMV Follow Up & Flags on Feature Requests
I would love to see more official MV follow up and flags ("Under Review", "Maybe Later", "Implemented", etc.) placed on the most-voted feature requests on this forum. As is, many that have been on here for several months or more remain un-marked, so itNew Toolbox Release Available Today! | Build 23.1.0329.641
We are happy to announce that the update to build 23.1.0329.641 is now available! The latest release of Toolbox includes resolutions for issues with Materials, Part File Names and SQL Databases. Please refer to the complete Release Notes for more informationAdj Shelf Pin Slots
It would be great to have a Tick box option in Product Prompts -> 'Internal Options"' to add parametric slots for shelf pins to fit into. With the ability to adjust for the different sizes of shelf pins. Thank youToolBox 2023 ShutDown without warning
While working in a job, toolbox 2023 ShutDown without any warning or message boxBorder Routing Pass thickness of material
Hi There, Wondering how to set it up so the nested boarders have the machining go a bit over thickness of the material. Right now, if the material is .75" thick, the boarder will be cut at just .75" deep. I'd like the bit to go a bit deeper e.g. .752".2-Step Routing on small parts
Is there a way to setup 2-step routing on parts that fall under a specific length or width parameter?Project Properties
I'm editing my title blocks and noticed that if I add myself as the draftsman, even if I have the employee name as all caps it will still put it in lower case lettering on my title block. Is there a way to make it all CAPS? What's the best way to transfer"Graphics Folder" Adding Blocks for 2D Sections
Not to sure of where to store the blocks I want to use, for 2D Sections.Small dimensions in nest/composite drawing
Hi All, How do you set up / change / make default / large dimensions for use when in the nest/composite drawing?total part quantity on work order summary
I cannot figure out how to include a total part quantity for all manufactured parts on the work order summary report. If possible, i'd like to total parts by material, and possibly by processing station as well. Does anyone know how to do this?MV Sections
Out of curiosity, when I cut a section, is there any way that I could edit the microvellum cutting plane? Or, do I need to use acad erase and recut to section?One or multiple databases?
I am trying to get myself set up for next week, and I want to create a sandbox. My question is, would the sandbox be its own separate database or would it be mingled with all of my other data? https://community.microvellum.com/portal/en/kb/articles/Artificial Intelligence and Microvellum
Has anyone dabbled with Excel Copilot AI to help with writing complex formula in MV? Has it expedited workflow? I've also heard of people using various AI to speed up AutoLISP code writing. Has anyone used it successfully?How Are You Using ChatGPT for Excel Formulas and String Manipulation in Microvellum?
Hey there, Microvellum community! Let's talk about ChatGPT and Excel. Yes, you heard that right. We're bringing the AI language model into our world of cabinets and shop fittings. But here's the thing, ChatGPT can actually be pretty useful when it comesProduct prompts being overridden
Hello again, I have this problem that is driving me slightly crazy. When changing product variable from the Product Prompts screen, certain values get overridden (from a formula to a hard coded value). I think this has something to do with the product3D Connexion Macros
I recently purchased a cad mouse. Has anyone figured out how to optimize the macros? If so, would you please post how you have your steps and text formatted? To the masses: Do you use command strings that are formatted in tool pallets and the CUI coSwitching to Foundation Library
For anyone who has made the switch to the Foundation Library, can you tell me how your experience was? Was it an easy transition? Was it a long process? I'm just curious about what to expect if we decide to swtich over. Thank you so much!"Library Development and Maintenance"
I have heard this term used in a few Videos and would like a better understanding of its meaning and responsibilities, as they relate to the use of MV.Cut parts wizard disappeared
Hello i was working on specification group but cut parts wizard disappeared. How could i fix it?How do I include door and drawer sizes in my Work Order report?
Hi everyone, is there a quick and easy way to include door and drawer sizes in a Work Order report? I've been trying to do it but I need help. Much appreciated if anyone could guide me through it. Thanks.. CTSUGGESTION: Recently Used Products List
Maintain a list of the say...10-15 most recently used products. Since i would imagine MOST of us use the same handful of products 90% of the time, this would save so much clicking through sub menus.Wall associations
I would like to know how would I safely remove a cabinet association from a wall. My recent workflow has changed from placing cabinets on a wall to populating an elevation, and I would like to convert current projects to such.2D Sections with no Construction Holes
I want to remove the construction holes from my 2d Cross Sections and still keep the 3d Full Machining.Next Page
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