: Automatically generate precise schedules that update in real-time.
Sarah tapped the screen. "You’re doing it the hard way. Remember that installer the IT guy dropped off last week? The suite of plugins? CADimage Tools ?"
"You're smiling," Sarah noted. "That’s terrifying." CADimage Tools Plugins For Archicad 19
When Graphisoft released Archicad 19, it was widely praised for its performance boosts, the new Background Processing feature, and a modernized interface. However, even the most robust BIM software can leave gaps in specific workflows. For many years, the go-to solution for filling these gaps in the Archicad ecosystem was .
CADimage used its own floating palettes. In ArchiCAD 19 (which was pushing the Palette system to its limit), these often got lost behind the main window or reset their positions every time you sneezed. You spent as much time hunting for the "Update Elevation" button as you did drafting. : Automatically generate precise schedules that update in
For ArchiCAD 19 users, CADimage Tools represented a pragmatic suite of productivity enhancements that streamlined documentation tasks, improved consistency, and reduced common errors. While not a substitute for core BIM practices or deeper automation frameworks, the plugins provided tangible day-to-day benefits—particularly for offices seeking incremental efficiency gains without heavy investment in custom development. As with any third-party extension, successful adoption depended on compatibility management, user training, and aligning the tools with office standards and workflows.
ArchiCAD 19’s native stair tool was famously clunky. CADimage’s stair tool allowed for winders and landings that didn't require a geometry degree to fix. It was a lifesaver for residential multi-story projects. Remember that installer the IT guy dropped off last week
: Enhances the native stair tool with more flexible design, drawing, and editing capabilities on the floor plan.