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.Product/Item Number Scaling Issue
I'm having an issue with the scaling of my product/item number. When I was putting in a cabinet I was getting a ton of different scales for my dimensions and product/item numbers *see attached* and it was a long process to go and manually change the scaleUnderstanding MV Template Layers; FOUNDATION
I have noticed in time that the layers list has grown. In the attached file I have expressed some questions, to help me better understand their purpose. I understand the purpose of "Layer Management" and would appreciate some input.Hardware Association Error
I have started a new project which is actually copied from a previous project. When I started drawing cabinets the cabinet pulls are on a layer 3D_HWRAssociationError and not in the correct location. I have attached a picture to illustrate. The job IMachining
Hi, I just wanted to find out if anyone else is having problems with Blum Legrabox bottoms pocket cut outs, and what you may have done to work around the problem. The machining pattern has been changed for a pocket cut out in the new foundation library,Drawer slide length drop down selection - inch or mm?
Foundation library - is there a way to change the length descriptions in the drop down selection for slides so that they display in their respective lengths as sold by manufacturers? Currently when we select a slide that is sold in mm increments, theyReference Subassemblies
How do I reference a specific subassembly in the local product and even inside of a subassembly? Example: I have a subassembly called "Shelves", it has Qty, height, etc and origin information. I want to the prompts in the local to look at "depth" of theThe MiLL National Training Center
For everyone looking for skilled workers but not sure where to look, check out this Limelight on The MiLL National Training Center in Colorado Springs, CO. If your local school district has a CTE program in place, reach out to them to see how you canFEATURE REQUEST: Update the command line help text for “Associate Products to Wall”.
When using the Associate Products to Wall the initial prompts simply says, “Select objects:”. This would help in training new users while also being more accurate and specific in the command. It would be helpful and correct if the prompt was “Select wallIs anyone using a Stream Deck in their workflow?
I just came across the Elgato Stream Deck. It's an LCD control panel that lets you automate commands. I've seen where autocad commands have been programmed to help increase drawing speed. Is anyone using one? Do you like it?New Toolbox Release Available Today! | Build 23.1.0313.641
We are happy to announce that the update to build 23.1.0313.641 is now available! The latest release of Toolbox includes resolutions for issues with label images, subassemblies, the processing center and hardware machine tokens . Please refer to the completeFEATURE 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 soHettich Sensys hinges Add-on Now Available for the Foundation Library
Developed by Hettich Competence Services, we now have a special set of Hettich Sensys hinges developed specifically for the Microvellum Foundation Library. With a simple download and import, you can expand your inventory of hardware to include Hettich’s"Reverse Engineer"
I remember watching another of James's EXCELLENT video's. Forgot the name of it. I believe I will find the answer to my question: how to find the workbook in the drivers seat for being able to have my section dims reflect starting at the "Wall Thickness".3d space mouse
I have just purchased a 3Dconnexion Enterprise space mouse to use, and so far I am liking it. But I have a problem with the view buttons do not work. I just wanted to see if any one uses one and if they have ever had a problem with using it with MicrovellumIndex -out of range -Toolbox 2023_Foundation Library
Hello, I'm getting this error message. Hoping someone can explain the cause. Thanks in Advance.Copy a "Product" or a "Vertical"
I learned from my use of "EPB" that every line segment created is to have its own/separate "Vertical". I believe the reason is: if one "Vertical" was used for the whole die wall being drawn, eventually there would be conflicts within the "Data". DoesData Connection Error
We are having Data Connection Error when connecting remotely any idea what is going onBack of the cabinet to be the same height as the sides?
Hello, is there a global to change the back of the box to be the same height as the sides on Upper/Tall cabinets?Miters
What's the best way to make a miter NOT 45 degrees? For example, a solid raised panel door has corner miters, but one stile needs to be wider than the top & bottom rails since it goes behind molding. Do you just move the line in the 2d parts and redraw?Material Hatching
I would like to know where to go to edit these hatch settings.House Construction using Microvellum
I’ve been developing my own products for nested based high performance house construction and wondered if anyone else is using Microvellum in a similar way? Is this a direction MIcrovellum would consider moving towards considering the enormous marketMid Stile or Mid Rail
In the 47.1 library, I'm having trouble figuring out how to add a mid stile to a "drawer front" for a large wall panel. Is there a product that does this easier? I can create it as a door panel with a mid rail, but then I guess I would need to rotateCabinets with dividers, not equal spaces
Is there a way to change the spaces of the divided cabinet so they are not equal? I think this function should operate similar to how drawer fronts can be manipulated. I have a cabinet with 5 dividers and would like to move eachFlattened 3D Wall Section Hatch
I would appreciate some direction. Would like to add it for my "MV Sections" Any help will be appreciated Thanks.Shape a base?
Is there a way to have this outcome for a base cabinet?How to save and or restore Microvellum Custom Toolbar Configuration
In the the old Microvellum 67 you could load various custom toolbar configurations. Version 7 appears to have discarded this ability. I added a number of custom commands and Icons to my MV toolbar and would like to be able to back it up or restoreNext Page
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