Error in Origin and Rotation Tab
When using Part Properties in this particular file it throws an error when trying to use the Origin and Rotation Tab. It occurs with any of the cabinets I have made and modified. I am not sure how to correct this error and I do not intend to start over.
2D wire pulls not showing up
The wire pulls native to the library ( Foundation 22_0317) aren't drawing on 2D drawings. The "rods" and knobs draw just fine. I've looked at the tokens, DRAWBLOCK is there, all parameters look correct, and I've been through the dwg's in factory data.
Offset Polyline Errors
I'm getting incorrect results from the Offsetpolyline function. It works fine without arcs but with arcs I'm getting a variety of errors. See images, the magenta line is what it should be doing. I've confirmed the issue by reducing the offset amount gradually
Slide Boring
I'm building a custom dresser and I have a drawer stack next to a cubby unit. The slide boring isn't showing up in my cubby side. I know there is a list somewhere in MV that has a list of names of parts that the slide boring is associated with. Does anyone
Link Distance Between Parts to Material or Tool
I'm sure it must have been asked before but it is it possible to associate the Distance Between Parts with the Material in the same way as Sheet Sizes and Trims are set? Or link it to the Tool Number? As the diameter and offsets dictate this amount.
Include all scales in my annotative dimensions
Here is my problem. We use annotative dimensioning. When I do the dims in model space it only includes the one scale that is current. As a result it does not show up if the viewport is at a different scale. I know how to fix it and add the extra scales
Adjusting Dowel Patterns for Ease of Construction
I work at a midsize cabinet factory as an engineer. All of our millwork is custom- each piece is produced for the job it was drawn for, and we do only commercial jobs. With the nature of our production process, because so many types of cabinets come
New Release Available Today: Build 22.1.0712.641
We are happy to announce that the update to build 22.1.0712.641 is now available! This build features several improvements related to Workbook Designer, Tool File functionality and setting modifications. Read the complete Release Notes for this build.
Wood Hacks 2D Drawing Instructions
James, I have followed your instructions in part 2 and I don't have the same results as you show in the beginning of part 3. I have attached my screen shots and the Drafting Tab does not display the same. I am doing this at the Project Level (for now).
Drafting - Spec Pages
I'm wondering what other companies are doing to create their spec pages. Specifically pages that detail finish colors, hardware selections, edgebanding selections, and construction specs. Currently we create our spec pages manually in autocad, but I'd
Open Discussion: Shop Drawing Best Practices
I'm curious to know what processes you're using when it comes to creating shop drawings. Are you strictly using Microvellum to draw plans, elevations, and sections? Is it a mix of Microvellum and AutoCAD drafting? What about AutoCAD functions and commands
Option to Change Configuration Units Outside of Registry
We work with many client's configurations, and often need to switch between SQL CE configurations that are both metric and imperial. Currently, the only way that I am aware of to change the Units (after initial install of MV) is through the registry.
Edit Part to radius results
Hi. I am making a plywood template for a curved wall and have made a polyline of the template and applied it with Edit Part to a plywood part to make the shape and it appears correct in the model space however running it to a work order the part is a
New Release Available Today: 22.1.0406.641
We are happy to announce that the latest Toolbox build release is now available! This release, 22.1.0406.641, include resolutions and modifications that many have been anticipating. Read the complete release notes for this release. How to Get
New Release Available Today: 22.1.0620.641
We are happy to announce that the update to build 22.1.0620.641 is now available! This build features several improvements related to Reports and labels. Read the complete Release Notes for this build. How to Get the Update Microvellum software updates
Material Tool Override
Hi! Something here i dont understand. Im trying to add a new tool and use it in one material only (for door). I have done this before and its working pretty fine. The new one i cant process as i get a Collective Error. Tool Number name always seem to
FEATURE REQUEST: Allow "Associative Drawing Name" dwgs to work for HWR Arrays
Most of the hardware I have implemented is through hardware arrays, so this option would really be beneficial for us. It would allow us to use 1 drawing for several different hardware allocations. The drawing library we maintain would be able to decrease
A New Way to Request Help with Your Software Management
Recently, we've been working on ways to improve our processes related to how we respond to inquires related to software management - i.e., software activations, deactivations, upgrade requests, and other types of questions related to managing your software. As
2D section tokens/drawing layers
Is there a way to assign different parts to different layers when making a 2d section? I would assume it would be a similar approach to the the 2d product tokens but I don't see anything for the sections specifically.
Layer Names
I am trying to set up some plan view annotation through drawing token prompts. I can successfully do this however the layer name that I put in the prompts always has "2D_" appended to the front of it when it is created in the actual drawing. I am exporting
Edge all round-Adj Shelves and Fixed Shelves
Hi all, We edge all round our Adj Shelves, in the Foundation Library is there another tick box that I can turn on the formula for this to happen and not the fixed shelves as well, I'm having issues of all my fixed shelves getting edged all round when
PLINE Machine Tokens
Are machining tokens dynamic or static in nature? For example, I am designing a product with a curved end panel. Works great until I change the depth of the unit, then I lose most of my curve. See attached images. The before is correct at 24" Deep.
Results: Bookshelf Reading List for Q3:2022
The votes have been counted and the results are... drum roll please... July: Built to Last by Jim Collins August: Kaizen by Sosuke Takahashi September: Win the Day by Mark Batterson Thanks everyone for your votes and input. Let's get reading!
true shape nesting
i'm curious as to how many here use true shape nesting and is it worth the cost. we do a lot of odd custom designs ans use SMA quite a bit, will true shape nest save me time?
Open Interior with MDF - How to turn off edges
Does anyone know of an easy way to toggle off carcass and shelf part edging when the cabinet is set to Open Interior and the material is MDF?
Parametric Circle Routes
I want to create a parametric circle table for my library. I wrote a parametric route with bulges. When I draw circle in AutoCAD equal to the diameter of my route is off. I have 5 points. One for each quadrant, the fifth is back to the starting point.
FYI Spreadsheet formatting trick
I was doing some copy and pasting in the spreadsheet yesterday and accidently fat fingered the keyboard while trying to press CTRL-V. It turns out CRTL-B will bold the text or formula in that cell. Could be very handy for machining token names. Maybe
June's Virtual Events
Next month you can look forward to learning more about performance optimization with WEB-CAB, our toilet partition expansion, a live discussion on CNC machinery with special guest C.R. Onsrud, our latest library advancements and more! Virtual events are
True Shape Nesting
I have noticed that all Toolbox Release after #21.1.0420.641, True Shape Nesting will put a border around most non-rectangular parts like it is not doing True Shape Nesting. I have tried moving the True Shape Control Slider to max, but it still puts a
Change section view depth
It is possible to limit the depth of view on a section so it only shows lines beyond x inches? Thank you in advance.
Cabinet Size Restrictions
Is there a way to limit / restrict cabinet sizes. For example, if we only want cabinet designed in 1" increments, how could we keep someone from developing something with fractional dimensions. Obviously S.O.P. applies here, but it is possible within
Cross Section Views
What steps are needed to show hinges and drawer glides in section views, as seen in this MV video clip?
Aventos VLOOKUP TABLE
How is the Table listed. I don't find them under Hinge, so I figure they have a table all their own
MV Detailer and Programmer
Hi, We are situated in Greater Toronto Area and a busy millwork Shop. We are looking for experienced detailer and Programmer. Thank-you Please Email Us at [email protected]
Cabinet Back Dado
For the associated machining for cabinet back dados with a double pass, the router tool starts in the middle of the part. Is there a way to have the router tool start and end away from the part? In v67, the associated machining for dados started at the
Width factor of Drawing Token Text
Can you adjust the width factor of text that comes in with 2D Drawing Tokens? The text that comes in with DRAW2DADJ (for example) is the correct text style, height, and layer, but the width factor of that text style is not applied. Can I change that?
Asking to Re-Activate Software on Start Up
If your license is current, but you keep getting the Activate Software window when starting up Toolbox, this is the fix. Instead of entering your serial number and password every time, go to your MV Toolbox icon on your desktop and Right-click then Run
How to program 1,000+ doors on MV
Hello MV family, We have a job that is only slab doors and wanted to see what's the best way to go about this. There are about 8 different sizes and hinge bore is consistent at 3-7/8". Any recommendations on how to do this efficiently would be appreciated.
MV Bookshelf - May 2022: "How to Lead When You're Not In Charge" by Clay Scroggins
I apologize for being late posting on May's Book-of-the-Month. "How to Lead When You're Not In Charge" by Clay Scroggins In this book, Clay will walk you through the challenge of leadership and the four basic behaviors all great leaders have and how to
MV Bookshelf - June 2022: "The Power of Discipline" by Daniel Walter
June is here and that means another new book! I'm really excited to jump into this book as self-discipline is an area I struggle. I'll do great for a while and then fall back into lazy habits (I've got to fix that). I'm looking forward to the discussion
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