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: September 23-24, 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.

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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