Graphics Programs Reference
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Figure 21.3
Visibility settings for device geometry
Another option for viewing device family geometry is to create a Yes/No
parameter that controls the visibility of the solid forms in the family. The
Visible parameter of a solid form can be associated with the Yes/No
parameter. This enables you to turn on the geometry when needed for
coordination in plan views. However, using this type of visibility control will
turn on or turn off the geometry everywhere that it can be seen, so section
and elevation views will also be affected.
When creating geometry in a face-hosted family, be aware that, if you model
a solid form so that it is inside the host, the device will not be visible when
the family is hosted by a floor unless the view range of the view includes the
floor.
Figure 21.4
shows a device family hosted by a floor in a project. The
device is not visible in the plan view because the bottom of the view range
is at the face of the floor. Technically the device is not within the view range
and is therefore not visible.
Figure 21.4
Device family hosted by a floor
One way to avoid this scenario is to adjust the view range of your plan views
so that the bottom of the view is slightly below the top face of the floor
