Size

Specifies the plate size in width x height, in current file units. Sizes can be edited by selecting Edit List (see Custom Frame Element Sizes).

Rafter Connection

Flush to Top of Plate

Select to set rafters flush to the top of the plate

Notched for Plate

Select to notch the rafters to set on the plate; enter the Notch Depth, by default this is set to 1.5”

The depth of the notch should not exceed one-third of the rafter depth

Class

Select a class for the roof element to control its appearance and visibility. The classes present in the drawing are listed; alternatively select the currently active class or create a new class from the Organization dialog box by clicking Classes (see Classes).

Classes

Edits class attributes

Object Attributes

Specifies the plate attributes