Remember that this method can be used for anything, roof planes, columns, slabs etc. Once the objects are locked, you will be able to select them and open their settings, but you won’t be able to change the settings or move the objects. The second method is to simply select the objects, then go to Edit>Locking>Lock

Make sure you don’t forget to update your layer sets as well. This can be handy if you also want to display things like dimensions on the same layer. Select ArchiCAD 19 Residential Template.tpl from the drop-down list. Select the Use a Template radio button under Set up Project Settings. Select the Create a New Project radio button at the top. The Start ArchiCAD dialog box will appear. The Snap function will use the last grid type used, either Construction or Snap grid. Select Snap Grid or Construction Grid from View > Grid Snap Options. If you want to use the layer method, Place the grid line on their own layer and then click the lock icon in the layer control dialogue box The following lesson will take you through the first steps in creating a new ArchiCAD project: Open ArchiCAD. To activate the Grid Snap function, do one of the following: Use the Alt+S Shortcut. Download and search for construction materials.

(This is a good practice to get into so that the goblins don’t come along and move them halfway through the project) There are 2 simple ways to do this, By layer or by object. Archicad construction materials - Download BIM objects or save to your project. If you are one of those people who likes to use Grid Lines, It is usually a good idea to lock them into place.

Archicad construction grid