: Use the Wall tool to draw by clicking and stretching. Holding Shift locks walls to 90 degrees, and the Tab key allows for manual dimension entry.

ArchiCAD is a leading Building Information Modeling (BIM) software developed by Graphisoft , designed to help architects and AEC professionals create intuitive designs and high-quality construction documentation. This guide outlines the essential steps for navigating the software and managing project workflows. 1. Getting Started and Project Setup

: Place these elements directly into walls. You can adjust anchor points and swing directions after placement.

: Organize the vertical structure of your building by navigating to Design > Story Settings . You can insert new levels above or below existing ones, and numbering will update automatically. 2. Core Modeling Workflows

: Use the Eyedropper tool (Alt/Option key) to absorb attributes from one element and quickly apply them to another.

: Upon launching, select "New" and choose the standard Archicad Template or a company-specific one.

: For a consistent interface, users can set their profile to an "Architectural Basic Profile" (e.g., version 27 or 28).

Moving from a 3D model to a set of professional drawings involves the Navigator and Layout Book.