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Mapping Managment
Learn how to apply an existing mappings mapping to the project and evaluate a mappings status.
The Mappings List is used to apply a mapping and to manage the mappings in the project. Each Mapping in the list has an indicator that denotes the status of the mapping. When selected the BIM and 4D data is processed and objects that meet the criteria are assigned to tasks. |  | ||||||
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When objects are already assigned to the schedule the indicator applies or reapplies the mapping. Additionaly filters are removed and recreated, objects associated with the filter are unassigned and new objects are assigned. | |||||||
 | Deletes the mapping. Also deletes associated filters and unassigns objects associated with the mappings. | ||||||
Many mappings can be created and managed separately. To edit a different mapping select the mapping in the Mappings List. When selected classification mappings associated with the mapping are displayed and can be edited. |  | ||||||
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A Location Classification Mapping can be used in conjunction with a level classification mapping when level data includes information about the location of the object as well as the level it is on. For example, if a building has multiple wings and the information regarding which wing the object exists in is located in the level BIM data a compound countable mapping is most effective. A level classification mapping must be created first with a specific type of value in order to add a location classification mapping. A level and location classification mapping will work together to properly assign objects to the schedule. | |||||||
The level classification mapping should be created using a keyword that only contains the level number. |  | ||||||
A level with two numerals needs to be selected for the pameter value of the level mapping. Each numeral will be displayed as a separate $. When using a level with this data a location classification mapping is needed. When a level with two numerals is selected the level list is regenerated creating two additional options that allow the user to distinguish between the level and the location for the given level value. By default the option where first numeral in the formula denotes the level is selected. | |||||||
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If the second number in the formula contains the level data. Select the drop down menu again to pick between the available options. The two choices are displayed using either a '[NUMBER]' or a '$' to denote each numeral. The value formula for a level classification mapping should display the level as a $ and the location as [NUMBER]. To complete the classification mapping a location classification mapping must be added and an associated keyword must be selected. For example BLDG 2 can be selected. | |||||||
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The location classification mapping is only available when a level classification mapping is created as described above and it its automatically assinged to the associated Level with the opposite formula. The value formula for a location classification mapping should display the Location as a $ and the Level as [NUMBER]. | |||||||
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The above mapping is extremely powerful. Assuming that other tasks in the schedule follow the same structure objects on all levels and in different buildings can be assigned with a single Mapping. | |||||||
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Custom Counter Classification Mappings
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Custom Counters may contain both values and countable mappings.
The Add Custom Value button addes a new custom value to the custom counter. A custom value needs to match both the
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Learn how to enable 4D automation to assign objects to multiple tasks
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Generally speaking mappings do not apply the same objects to more than one task. In some situations the user may want to add the same objects to multiple tasks using 4D automation. An additional task can be added to the mapping if it has the same parent as the task that was used to create it.
The task name of the added task is appended to the existing 4D Data.
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The image shows the task Set Brace, and Install Rebar included in the same mapping.
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Adds an additional task to the currently selected Mapping.
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Additional classification mappings need to be created in order to specify which keyword in the new task name should be used to filter the objects to the task. In the Example Below Walls are assigned to tasks with both the “Set Brace” and the “Install Rebar” keywords.
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When using compound keywords it is important to understand that any classification mappings contained in the countable Location, Level and Associated Parameters list must meet all tasks that objects are assigned to. A safe way to ensure that all tasks meet the criteria is by using keyword that exist in thier shared parents.
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Learn how to create custom counters to match unusual level names
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In some cases parameter data values may contain values that are not read as countable values but match task names. For example, task names and the level parameter may refer to a ‘Ground Floor’, or ‘Entry Level.' Setting up a Custom Counter allows the user to specify which values should be countable and matched to task data.
A Custom Counter Classification Mapping is similar a parameter classification mapping. However instead of a value the user specifies a Custom Counter to count through the values and match objects to tasks.
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Before using a custom counter classification mapping a custom counter must be created using the Custom Counter Settings menu.
The Custom Counter button opens the Custom Counter settings Menu.
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The Custom Counter Settings menu contains a list of all custom counters in the project.
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The Add button creates a new custom counter. When a custom counter is selected associated values appear in the Custom Value Setup List.
The user must populate the Custom Value List with each possible match.
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create custom counters to match unusual level names
In some cases parameter data values may contain values that are not read as countable values but match task names. For example, task names and the level parameter may refer to a ‘Ground Floor’, or ‘Entry Level.' Setting up a Custom Counter allows the user to specify which values should be countable and matched to task data. A Custom Counter Classification Mapping is similar a parameter classification mapping. However instead of a value the user specifies a Custom Counter to count through the values and match objects to tasks. | |||||||
Before using a custom counter classification mapping a custom counter must be created using the Custom Counter Settings menu. The Custom Counter button opens the Custom Counter settings Menu. |  | ||||||
The Custom Counter Settings menu contains a list of all custom counters in the project. | |||||||
The Add button creates a new custom counter. When a custom counter is selected associated values appear in the Custom Value Setup List. The user must populate the Custom Value List with each possible match. |  | ||||||
Custom Counters may contain both values and countable mappings. The Add Custom Value button addes a new custom value to the custom counter. A custom value needs to be contained by both task and parameter data in order to match objects to tasks. The Add Custom Mapping button adds a new custom mapping to the custom counter. A Custom Mapping functions the same as a Countable Classification Mapping. | |||||||
Compound Keywords
Learn how to enable 4D automation to assign each object to multiple tasks
Generally speaking mappings do not apply the same objects to more than one task. In some situations the user may want to add the same objects to multiple tasks using 4D automation. An additional task can be added to the mapping if it has the same parent as the task that was used to create it. The task name of the added task is appended to the existing 4D Data. | |||||||
The image shows the task Set Brace, and Install Rebar included in the same mapping. |  | ||||||
 | Adds an additional task to the currently selected Mapping. | ||||||
Additional classification mappings need to be created in order to specify which keyword in the new task name should be used to filter the objects to the task. In the Example Below Walls are assigned to tasks with both the “Set Brace” and the “Install Rebar” keywords. | |||||||
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When using compound keywords it is important to understand that any classification mappings contained in the countable Location, Level and Associated Parameters list must meet all tasks that objects are assigned to. A safe way to ensure that all tasks meet the criteria is by using keyword that exist in thier shared parents. | |||||||
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