OBM Units


How to change the OBM Units?

Problem

I am comfortable working with specific working units, but due to project requirements, I need to change the units between ongoing projects. Is this possible?

Solution

Yes, it's possible to modify the units.

Steps to Accomplish

  1. To achieve this requirement follow the steps below.
  2. First, choose the File tab at the top right. 
  3. Then, go to >Settings>User>File>Design File Settings.
  4. In the Design File Settings dialog first select the ‘Working Units’.
  5. Then tick on the 'Format’ and choose the desired 'Master Unit' options. 
  6. From the File menu click on Save Settings.
  7. You should now see that the Working Units’ have been changed.

Use the images from the screenshots shown below as reference and more technical information can be found at the MicroStation Wiki and help links below.

             

Design File Settings Dialog, Working Units Category (bentley.com)

Important MicroStation Concepts (bentley.com)

Important Civil Tools Concepts (bentley.com)