Virtual Event

Intro to Toolbox BSB: Classroom Training

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Join us for a two-day, hands-on training event designed to simplify the transition from Toolbox OEM to Toolbox BSB (BricsCAD). This in-person workshop combines guided instruction and group exercises, giving your team the fastest path to confidence with Toolbox BSB.

Why Attend:

  • Comprehensive Agenda – The full 18-session Office Hours series condensed into two focused days of education.

  • Hands-On Learning – Work directly in Toolbox BSB with instructors guiding you step-by-step.

  • Side-by-Side Comparisons – Learn where familiar AutoCAD commands live in BricsCAD.

Event Details:

  • When: October 28-29, 2025 (2 days)

  • Schedule: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

  • Location: Central Point, Oregon (Microvellum HQ)

  • Cost: Free

  • Space is limited: Register today to reserve your seat.

What to Bring:

  • While we can provide computers for use during the workshops, we recommend bringing your laptop with Toolbox BSB installed and connected to your company's data. If you do need a computer provided, please let us know at registration.

Explore What You Will Learn

Getting Started & Transitioning
  • Transitioning from OEM to BSB – Overcoming common frustrations when moving from Toolbox OEM.

  • Workspaces & Interface Settings – Making BricsCAD look/feel like AutoCAD.

  • Interface Familiarity – Building muscle memory and creating safe sandbox environments.

Navigation & Productivity Basics
  • Navigation & View Controls – Tools for smooth movement and view management.

  • Grips & Selection Tools – Editing with grips, QUAD Cursor, and mouse customizations.

  • Path to Microvellum Data – Ensuring data paths, configurations, and tool strips are correctly set.

Drawing & Editing Fundamentals
  • Layers & Properties Control – Using layer managers, filters, and states effectively.

  • Blocks, Dynamic Blocks, & Parametric Blocks – Understanding and migrating block libraries.

  • Palettes, Xrefs, Images, & PDF Handling – Managing references and external content.

  • 2D Drafting & Editing – Working with MV 2D drawing tools and editing geometry.

Text, Annotation & Documentation
  • Text, MText, & Tables – Formatting, Excel integration, and shop drawing notes.

  • Dimensions & Multileaders – Dimstyles, annotation scaling, and leader styles.

  • Title Blocks & Attributes – Editing attributes and updating drawing sheets.

  • Printing & Page Setup – Page layouts, viewports, annotation, and publishing sheets.

Management & Performance
  • Drawing Explorer & Profile Manager – Centralized control of drawing resources.

  • BricsCAD Tips for Speed & Performance – Optimizing large projects and cleaning files.

Advanced Workflows & Automation
  • Advanced BricsCAD + Toolbox Workflow – Leveraging BricsCAD 3D with Toolbox models.

  • Express Tools – Productivity tools not available in OEM.

  • Lisp Routines – Automating repetitive tasks with customization.

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