At first, the form modelling (place linear form) is placed. Next, the build model are modfied with extruding.The pop message are requesting to convert into smartsolid? May I know why it is happing and what changes are made after converting?
Hi Agnes,
SmartSolids are generic 3D solids that can be manipulated in many ways using the wise range of MicroStation (Platform) tools so are highly appropriate to many modelling operations, including their parametric capabilities.
However Building Forms have advantages in the right situations, they modification options built in to them, and once Instance Data is attached, say a wall type, will appear in schedules displaying the same properties as a wall placed using the wall tool.
Unlike SmartSolids which are generic forms, Building Forms have properties that identify faces as top/bottom, side/edge. The modification options are shown in the video below, just select a form and the circular manipulation glyphs will appear:
Right-clicking will offer Form specific manipulation tools:
Regards
Marc
Answer Verified By: Agnes Kow