Minimal Space

The following is a description of the Minimal Space page of the Graphical Interface Panel of Door Settings for a “Hinged Door”, with skylight and transom, from the INT ArchiCAD Library.

Use these controls to define the minimal space requirements for clearance on either side of this door.

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As a drafting aid, you can then turn on a Model View Option to display the minimal space clearances (for both doors and objects) on the Floor Plan.

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To view Minimal Space limits on the Floor Plan for all doors and objects in the project which have a defined minimal space parameter:

1.Go to Document > Set Model View > Model View Options

2.Open the Options for GDL Objects panel.

3.Check the Show Minimal Space box.

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Use the controls below the checkbox to define pens, line type and fills for the display of minimal space.