Adding blocking line to framing

This function can be used to add a blocking line between joists in the framing over which the joists will continue unbroken. Framing pieces can be added between the joists as shown in the figure below.

Add a blocking line in the following way:

1. Select Floor Joists, Roof Rafters > Edit Framing Lines.
2. Select the method of selecting structure.

   Selecting structure

3. Select the method of selecting structural layer.

   Selecting structural layer

4. Select the structure and the structural layer (type FRAMING).
5. Right-click to open the context-sensitive menu.
6. Select Add Blockings.
7. Select the start point of the line.

   

8. Select the end point of the line.

   

9. Select the framing detail.

   Select framing detail

Note

• As a default, all framing line symbols are visible in the floor plan drawing. If necessary, you can hide the blocking line symbols by clicking the button Blocking lines on the contextual toolbar.

Editing framing lines
Selecting a point location