With release 26.1.0, 3DMacro takes another step forward in the direction that matters most to engineers: making the assessment of existing buildings simpler, faster and more reliable.
This update introduces new operational features, improves key stages of the workflow, and enhances the overall user experience, from modelling and verification to report generation.

Floor elevation editing: more automation, more control

One of the most relevant improvements in the new release concerns the floor elevation editing procedure.
Editing storey elevations is now easier and more accurate thanks to the automatic management of traces and filled regions, which adapt to the new inter-storey heights. This means fewer manual adjustments and greater continuity in the modelling process.

In addition, the software now warns the user whenever moving an elevation also affects the base level, providing an important safeguard against critical or irreversible changes to the model.

In-plane static checks of walls: clearer and more useful domains

Release 26.1.0 also improves the generation of domains for in-plane static checks of walls.
3DMacro performs axial force-bending moment and shear checks of masonry walls under in-plane actions and returns the related resistance domain. In this version, two highly practical aspects have been enhanced:

• export of resistance domains, which now allows all lines shown in the graph to be exported;
• legend display, with new options for positioning and visualization.

This improvement has a direct impact on the readability of results and on their usefulness in both analysis and reporting.

New quick input for lintels

Among the most practical additions is the new quick input for lintels.
With this feature, lintels can be assigned to all openings in the model with a single click by applying the selected object template. It is a simple but valuable improvement that reduces input time and makes the management of strengthening elements more streamlined during modelling.

Multilingual reporting: now also in English

The new release also introduces multilingual reporting, with the option to generate reports in English.
This applies to the general report, input and output tables, and the geotechnical section. It is a significant upgrade for professionals working in international contexts, collaborating with foreign stakeholders, or needing technical documentation in multiple languages.

EU module now available in Demo mode

With version 26.1.0, the EU module (Eurocodes) is now also available in the Demo version.
3DMacro supports the use of Eurocodes and the application of the Portuguese National Annex. This update makes the module more accessible during evaluation and demonstration phases, allowing users to better explore its capabilities.

Advanced node search in the model tree

Another valuable new feature is the node search function in the model tree search bar.
In addition to elements, users can now search for nodes as well. By entering a node number, the software identifies the elements connected to it, both from a geometric and computational perspective. The detected elements can then be selected directly in the main workspace.

This is particularly useful during post-processing, for example when quickly locating local conditions that require further investigation.

Smoother interface and improved format management

The release also includes several user experience enhancements, especially in the display and management of formats within element selection and editing windows.
Users can now resize format icons and switch between large icons, small icons, or list view. This improves the accessibility of available formats and makes their application faster and more efficient.

General optimizations and bug fixes

The release is completed by a number of targeted fixes and general improvements, including:

• correction of a bug in settlement input
• correction of a bug in the calculation of masses derived from loads on frames;
• further general user experience optimizations.

Conclusions

3DMacro 26.1.0 is not a cosmetic update, but a release that improves real phases of the engineer’s workflow.
It automates where automation matters, makes results easier to read, speeds up repetitive operations, and opens new possibilities in reporting and in the use of the EU module.

In short, this release has a very clear goal: to help you work better, with greater control and less operational friction.

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