How do I transform a shearwall into a beam?
Shearwalls can be transformed into beams at any stage of the project. For this process, the command "Shearwall to beam" has been developed.
To transform the shearwall into a beam;
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Choose the shearwall or shearwalls that will be transformed into beams.
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Click the Modify/Transform/Beam to Shearwall/Shearwall to Beam icon in the ribbon menu .
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The Beam Settings dialog will open.
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Change height or material properties as needed.
Click the OK button.
Existing shearwall will be converted into beams automatically.
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