Spoil Board Penetration
Hi, can someone please confirm their G-Code is reading correct spoil board penetration after recent software updates? Mine is only cutting a max depth of the material thickness, and wanted to compare with other users before creating a new case. Than
Recover a deleted project
A project was deleted when importing a project with the same name. There were some rooms I needed from the deleted one. Is it possible to recover the whole project that was deleted earlier today?
Flatshot Token: Section Issue
I've created a flatshot token for a countertop product. The Plan works great, the section will not show the miters on the parts at the deck & front edge. I'm using the Miter token and it looks good in the 3d part, it's just not translating to the flatshot
no drawing?
When i go to Nest Options / Open Drawing there is no .dwg. Where are the settings for this? There used to be a setting that controlled whether you had all nest in one drawing or a dwg per material. I think it was in the processing station? I can't
How to create an error message for user to prevent wrong/excessive prompt imput
Hi Guys, I am creating a custom product that will have a multiple prompts ( text box + combo Box) for users to type in the amount and qty they need and I want to set a limit of the sum of all the prompts inputs. So i am thinking of how to give the user
Bugle Guide
If something like this already posted somewhere I am sorry, just struggled with using bugles on PLINES and started understand it better, so figure I would share what I learned. If anyone has anything else to add please do. Where to start: A bugle will
Coworker Locked a Drawing
Hi, I have a new coworker that just started MV and they somehow locked a drawing. Its creating a lockfile.lck every time. The only way to open the file is going into Task Manager and ending AutoCAD component Has anyone seen something like this? Each time
Solid Modeling Tools - Extruded Tools
When I create a 3D product with Solid Modeling Tools (SMT), I noticed that some SMT tools do not modify the product permanently. For example, I want to stretch a part (entity), there is a tool for that in the Extruded Tools window under Extruded Entities.
Spec Group Issue
I have recently imported a library from one of our clients and for some reason, the spec groups are not working properly. In "Library Specifications Group", I get: As you can see, there is no Project Wizard or door wizard. I do have a project from the
Add Finish Label in Foundation
How do I turn this off?
New Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 24.1.0213.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 24.1.0213.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for issues with edgebanding thickness, the OFFSETPOLYLINE function, saw optimization, and part thickness values. Please refer to the complete Release
Controlling Part Graining
Noticed on a job recently that when a product is switched in OPEN mode, many of the parts get "Force Length" set, but when its set to closed mode it says "None" is there a way to control this? Because i have a job that has grained materials on both the
Long time user with some bad habits, Looking for advice
Im a long time microvellum user who is trying to upgrade and train a new employee at the same time. I have been with my company for about 20 years and have been the main programmer for our CNC and panel saw for all of that time. I use a mix of Microvellum
Custom Perfect Corners Machining
Howdy all, Just wondering if there is a way to do perfect corners routing on custom nests when using Nesting/2D Machining Tools or any other method?
Adding Appliance
Id like to add a few appliances to my library, i can get the 3d .dwg from the manufacturer, but have no idea how to add it into MV. thanks
Solid Model Analyzer - Machining to All Parts
I noticed on newer Microvellum Builds that when I Solid Model Analyze a 3D model, all parts have machining (routing) even the basic rectangular parts. In older Builds, simple rectangular parts did not have machining assigned to them. I am not sure which
Importing extruded molding CUTX file through data base explorer
I imported an updated version of our extruded crown through data base explorer. When I try to use it, there isn't a pick points option any longer? Is there a special prompt value somewhere in the extruded crown spreadsheet that I need to "reset"? New
Report code fix (String to Decimal)
I'm trying to round a value, but its giving me an error. We're not wanting these to be 4 decimal places. The Round(Data,int) seems to work in most other places. Thanks, -James
Microvellum Drafter in Washington DC greater area
Hello community, I have an opening position for a Microvellum drafter, this position will be a direct hire, and I'm not looking for a sub-contract drafting company/individual. The main job description will be to interpret the IFC set and transform it
Understanding "Units"
In the registry units are listed. I know (1) is for imperial and (2) is for metric. What is the (0) used for?
Get a eNullObjectId when moving walls and products
I will have a issue where I try and move a product or wall and I get a error message. Any idea what might be driving it?
Edit Multiple Products Prompt "redraw product on close"
It would be nice if there was no need to have to check the box for a redraw. The purpose is to make change so why is there a need for the "check box" One less click means faster productivity!!
Foundation Library
We're just getting our feet wet with MV, and was wondering about the prevailing opinion on migrating to the foundation library. From what I understand it's not on parity with the traditional component library, i.e. no face frames, but is it feature complete
max buildup variable
can someone tell me where to change the prompt for countertop buildup? the default is 16 and i want to change it in my library.
Hardware Token - machining two non-adjacent panels
I'm trying to add a new hardware item for a closet rod. The problem I'm running into is getting it to only show once on the hardware report while also getting the machining for the rod on both side panels. I'm guessing there's not a perfect solution to
Setting default properties for camera views in template
Hi When I create a new camera in our standard template I get the following default properties: Camera Z: 0 Target Z: 0 Lens Length (mm): 50 But I want these to default to (Not that the specific numbers matter...): Camera Z: 1600 Target Z: 1200 Lens Length
Exporting Tool Strip
I read on here a while back we can export the tool strip on the Toolbox menu bar however I cant find the reference for it. Does anyone know how to export this per person? We might be doing a bunch of software reinstalls soon, and this could help save
Return Filler (Shadows) & Flush with Carc Applied Ends Need Their Own Door Reveal Global
The return filler (shadow that is installed flush with the face of the cabinets) needs its own global. As it stands at the moment whenever you select the return filler (or same problem applies to an Applied End that is flush with the face of the carcase)
report designer
can someone explain how to go about changing the page size on existing reports? i know how to edit individual reports but i would like to change the default paper size for some of the reports we use the most.
No Back Holes on F.E.
The problem I am having is when I select a Finished End, It drills all the holes in the side of the cabinets except for the holes for the back. I cant find where to adjust this. I have finished ends in construction options set to screw, is there another
Splitting a project into phases
We have drawn a large job which now needs to be split in to phases (Phase 1 and Phase 2, for example) and we need the phase name to be shown on the report and the ptx files. Our only 'work around' we have is to rename the file each time we wish to save
Add Plan Drawer Qty Lines spacing
Any idea how to change the spacing of the plan view drawer quantity lines? they are too close to each other. Please see attached. Thanks
Folder color change after part modification - Foundation Library
Hello, So I tried to search for this but haven't been able to see a solution but was wondering if anyone knows how to get the color of the folder in the part properties window to go back to green without having to click "Revert Subassembly"? The reason
Cam Holes For Drawer Fronts
How would I go about changing the drawer front cam adjusters to default to 4 of them instead of 2? I would like them to be roughly an 1 1/2" in from the sides.
Add "Mitre" as another cabient construction option when you select the "advanced" menu in the prompts
It be handy to be able select "Mitre" as an option for constructing cabinets under the "Show Advanced Options" in the product prompts. We typically run our parts with mitres 1mm oversize then cut the mitre on the saw so whilst theyre cut on the CNC square
New Toolbox Release Available Today: Build 24.1.0207.641
We are happy to announce that Toolbox build 24.1.0207.641 is now available! This build includes resolutions for a wide range of issues with 3D representation, flatshots, and material collection pointers. Changes have been made to the Factory Workbook
Horizontal Grained Doors and Drawer Fronts - Perfect Gain
I am using the CCL library (v50.3) and "Perfect Grain" does not appear to work with horizontal grain on doors and drawer fronts. Or am I missing something? I have "Perfect Grain" checked off and I have assigned the Grain Direction for doors and drawer
Dado Machine Token - Draw Only
Hi, I'm wondering if there is a way to make the Dado machine token draw only? We use FF Dado to Fixed Shelves/Vertical Bays, however production doesn't want the CNC to cut that Dado... they have another machine to do it. Is there a way I can set it to
Split Machining
Is it possible to split machining between processing stations? Example: Face 5 3mm diameter holes drilled on a flat table machine, and 8mm diameter holes drilled on a pod & rail machine? Don't ask me why, I know it seems counterintuitive. Thanks, Ry
Foundation Library - Drawer Box Rear Gap Setting
Hello, Can anyone point me in the direction of where I can modify the "Drawer Box Rear Gap" setting in the Foundation library? It used to be a global setting but now I cannot locate it... Below is from library 50.3
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