Example object for this post From ARCHICAD 21 a new macro object is available in the ARCHICAD Library: the BasicGeometricCalc macro. As its name suggests, this macro contains basic geometrical calculations, which can come in handy for GDL 2D and 3D scripting. In the normal, international standard-based ARCHICAD Libraries…
Replacing parameter default values in .xml format
Parameter default value replacement method tutorial based on .xml format
Evolution of string parameters
Nearly every library part has string parameters. This post is about the possible solutions of string handling.
2 ways of summarizing values
Summarizing values according to the Calculate Totals option in Project Preferences/Calculation Units & Rules.
How to use the GDL Debugger?
Access and use the GDL debugger tool shipped with ARCHICAD.
How to use the LP_XMLConverter tool?
Convert .gsm objects into editable text files (.xml) and pictures.
How to use parameter buffer for polygons?
Use parameter buffer to avoid duplicated script parts
How to create your own subtype?
Step-by-step tutorial to make your own subtype
