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    Question Joist extension lines on plan ???

    How do I get joist extensions to show up in plan view? My 3D model looks great, but on the plan the joist lines stop short of the beam they actually extend over. Is there a tool or a check box or something I’m missing???
    My fix was to just draw lines on the end so they show up graphically correct, but if a joist moves I’ll have to keep track of it. There must be a better way. Help?

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    Default Re: Joist extension lines on plan ???

    I realize you can see joist extensions if you change the view prop to medium or fine, but coarse is visually better for the plan work.

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    Default Re: Joist extension lines on plan ???

    I'm still hoping for some help on this subject ... anybody?

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    Default Re: Joist extension lines on plan ???

    I recommend customizing the family.
    Out of the box the joists are limitted and do not display properly (especially when sloping)
    I would encourage you to also rebuild them based on an actual manufacturer. A few of the families (due to the formulas used) can not be stretched to actual size.

    Regarding the joist extensions create independant seat length parameters for each end and constrain your symbol line using either a formula or visibility parameter to control the extension visibility.

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