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    [Plugin] Window Tools: Revised, 4 tools, incl. icons.

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      tomot
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      @unknownuser said:

      Can you post an image of what the plug is capable?

      yes see: http://www.sketchucation.com/forums/scf/viewtopic.php?f=180&t=12758

      [my plugins](http://thingsvirtual.blogspot.ca/)
      tomot

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        tomot
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        @unknownuser said:

        tomot,
        Should I delete them before installing your new overall 'Windows Tool'.
        I think that might be wise, but you don't mention that all.
        Please fill me in.

        It does not matter when you un-install them before or after,
        and thanks for the reminder

        [my plugins](http://thingsvirtual.blogspot.ca/)
        tomot

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          pilou
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          Thx and bravo for the plug! 😎

          Frenchy Pilou
          Is beautiful that please without concept!
          My Little site :)

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            tomot
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            Here is what prompted my adventure into Ruby and Windows Tools.
            At that time I had created the simple glazing tool, only for my own use.
            Attached is a picture of my design of a Residence for a Client,
            that I photo shopped into the landscape.
            This House is currently now under construction.


            Pano1.jpg

            [my plugins](http://thingsvirtual.blogspot.ca/)
            tomot

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              kobus
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              great plugin, thanks !

              you should be interested in the future. you will spend the rest of your life there

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                seasdes
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                Thank you for the plugin Tomot. I do not seem to be able to get it to work as I am anticipating.

                Is it supposed to cut a double wall?

                Do you have an idiots guide as how to use it.

                Seasdes

                Using Sketchup Pro 2019

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                  tomot
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                  @seasdes said:

                  Thank you for the plugin Tomot. I do not seem to be able to get it to work as I am anticipating.

                  Is it supposed to cut a double wall?

                  Do you have an idiots guide as how to use it.

                  Seasdes

                  please check my post http://www.sketchucation.com/forums/scf/viewtopic.php?f=180&t=12072
                  No, It does not cut double walls. It uses the same principles that are used in construction everyday, you need determine where your wall openings are first, before you install the window.

                  [my plugins](http://thingsvirtual.blogspot.ca/)
                  tomot

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                    tomot
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                    One should not assume that the Glass Tool or Mullion Tool is capable of defining
                    a rectangular opening only. The opening can be any configuration.
                    As long as the size of the 3 point rectangle is large enough to cover the entire
                    irregular opening. The same holds true for the Mullions. Just make sure those tools
                    are setback sufficiently from the face.


                    window.png

                    [my plugins](http://thingsvirtual.blogspot.ca/)
                    tomot

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                      rv1974
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                      Hi Tomot!
                      Can you switch to "cut window" gluing components not groups as the result?
                      There's Didier Bur's ruby to cut thick wall. Even more you could
                      unite 2 scripts.

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                        tomot
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                        @rv1974 said:

                        Hi Tomot!
                        Can you switch to "cut window" gluing components not groups as the result?
                        There's Didier Bur's ruby to cut thick wall. Even more you could
                        unite 2 scripts.

                        I'm sorry I don't understand your comments.
                        and can you be more specific: what are the exact names
                        of the scripts you are taking about?

                        [my plugins](http://thingsvirtual.blogspot.ca/)
                        tomot

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                          rcossoli
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                          Tanks!!!, I find it very useful, I'm going to try

                          THREEDIMENSIONSWEB dot COM

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                            rv1974
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                            @tomot said:

                            @rv1974 said:

                            Hi Tomot!
                            Can you switch to "cut window" gluing components not groups as the result?
                            There's Didier Bur's ruby to cut thick wall. Even more you could
                            unite 2 scripts.

                            I'm sorry I don't understand your comments.
                            and can you be more specific: what are the exact names
                            of the scripts you are taking about?


                            Hi!
                            Your tools produce groups not components. Correct?
                            Components instead of groups are better idea IMHO.
                            Components with "cut opening" and "glue to any plane" (to cut a single plane-wall) would be the best. (See components-architecture-
                            windows for instance).

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                              tomot
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                              @rv1974 said:

                              Your tools produce groups not components. Correct?
                              Components instead of groups are better idea IMHO.
                              Components with "cut opening" and "glue to any plane" (to cut a single plane-wall) would be the best. (See components-architecture-
                              windows for instance).

                              You have 5 choices available to you:

                              use existing components,
                              make your own components,
                              use Windowizer,
                              use Window Tools,
                              design your own Ruby.

                              In addition once you have made a window with Window Tools, you simply select all the groups right click and make your own component. You can quickly make any number of different windows, and save each as a component.
                              But, if you prefer to use only a "single wall plane" then simply use Windowizer.

                              The reason why I made Window Tools is explained here.

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                              I have been in Residential design and construction for 39 years, during that time, I have never considered designing a 3d envelope using single planes for my Clients.

                              [my plugins](http://thingsvirtual.blogspot.ca/)
                              tomot

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                                cyan.archnet
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                                Hats off to you for this plugin!, thanks!!

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                                  agrazdi
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                                  Are you planning to extend it to draw doors ?

                                  Thanks

                                  agrazdi

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                                    tomot
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                                    @agrazdi said:

                                    Are you planning to extend it to draw doors ?

                                    Thanks

                                    agrazdi

                                    Yes, I'm working on this project, however I'm still unclear
                                    as to how many types of doors, should be included.
                                    probably: single, double, and sliding.
                                    at present I have only single door with right and left hand option.

                                    [my plugins](http://thingsvirtual.blogspot.ca/)
                                    tomot

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                                      honoluludesktop
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                                      How about adding a pair of bifolds.

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                                        herodes
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                                        @tomot said:

                                        Yes, I'm working on this project, however I'm still unclear
                                        as to how many types of doors, should be included.
                                        probably: single, double, and sliding.
                                        at present I have only single door with right and left hand option.
                                        I am pretty sure you have visited this,... but just in case http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Door

                                        %(#BFBFBF)[http://arhitektonas.blogspot.com
                                        I know me,... I am that guy...
                                        ]

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                                          pommes
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                                          hi,is your plugin ok for mac users too?Thanks.

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                                            tomot
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                                            @pommes said:

                                            hi,is your plugin ok for mac users too?Thanks.

                                            I have no idea about that, perhaps someone that uses SU on the MAc will let us know.

                                            [my plugins](http://thingsvirtual.blogspot.ca/)
                                            tomot

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