ideYAPI BIM Knowledgebase Troubleshoot Modeling Issues Current: How do I transform a shearwall into a beam? 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;Choose the shearwall or shearwalls that will be transformed into beams.Click the Modify/Transform/Beam to Shearwall/Shearwall to Beam icon in the ribbon menu .The Beam Settings dialog will open.Change height or material properties as needed.Click the OK button.Existing shearwall will be converted into beams automatically. ×