Quick Answer: How do I copy an archicad file from one model to another?

How do I copy from one ArchiCAD file to another?

You can, simply just marquee around the content you want, in Perspective OR Axonometry, Copy (Ctrl+C), and there you go! Simple paste using Ctrl+V onto a floorplan, section, worksheet, or any other 2d view.

How do you copy in ArchiCAD?

The first option to invoke a copying command is via Edit > Move > Drag/Rotate/ Mirror a Copy.

  1. To demonstrate the second option, the command “Drag” is used as an example.
  2. Invoke the command “Drag” and start to move the element as you are used to it.
  3. Before finishing the move, press the “CTRL” or “Option”- key once.

How do I copy a 3D model in ArchiCAD?

there is workaround. – In 3D mode, select the whole model(or parts you wish), then group them. Go to 2D plan view, and select one of the grouped elements(it will select the whole group) then ctr-c and paste into the new archicad instance in plan view again… there you go.

How do I copy a floor plan in ArchiCAD?

Click on a layout and hold down the mouse button + either the alt key on a Mac or CTRL key on a PC then drag it. A plus icon will appear indicating you’re dragging a copy.

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How do I copy in ArchiCAD 24?

Quick Key Tuesday: Drag multiple copies shortcut keys



To Drag Multiple Copies of an element, select it and activate the Drag command Ctrl + D (PC) or Command + D (Mac) then use the multiple copy shortcut key; Ctrl + Alt (PC) or Command + Alt (Mac). You should see two small plus icons ‘++’ next to your cursor.

How do I copy and paste a window in archicad?

You can alt-click the window you want (to make sure it is the same window), and then just click it into place in the other wall.



  1. Labels:
  2. Archicad.
  3. Design.

How do you show the floor below in ArchiCAD?

Change the Wall to Floor Plan Display > Show on Stories > All Relevant Stories, Floor Plan Display > Floor Plan Display > Projected with Overhead, and Floor Plan Display > Outlines > Overhead Lines > Dashed.

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