Modify Straight Wall

All the tasks associated with the modification of the straight wall element can be performed from the Modify Straight Wall window.

The functionality of this window is identical to the Create Straight Wall window. Refer to Create Straight Wall for further information.

To copy the section of another wall, click Pick profile to copy and select the other wall. To modify the section, click Catalogue. The Wall Specification window is displayed with the selected wall as the CE.

Select the specification using the Specification drop-down list.

Select the section using the Generic Type drop-down list.

Choose the alignment of the wall using the Justification, Member Line, and Joint Line drop-down lists.

Enter the properties of the section using the Modify Properties window displayed when you click Properties.

To adjust the ends of the straight walls and beams and the columns connected to the wall, select the Re-trim all attached sections option.

Click Apply to change the wall section, then Cancel to delete any input and close the Wall Specification window.

Note:

The modification is made immediately; before the Straight Wall Modification window is confirmed.

The properties can be altered using Properties.

Text in red indicates that the wall is connected to the end of the named wall or beam.

Text in yellow indicates that the wall is connected along the named wall or beam.

Text in green indicates that the wall is connected to the named floor.

If the connectivity is activated, the position and miters of the ends are adjusted.

Note:

If the connectivity hinders you in making the desired change, you can disconnect the end using Disconnect Walls.

To confirm the change, click Apply.