Vectorworks Coffee Breaks are casual online learning sessions, that give you the opportunity to learn about different Vectorworks topics. You will interact with the trainers and ask questions throughout. We have chosen to run these sessions online to
broaden their reach and enable you to add to your skills without leaving your desk. Live sessions are available to all our customers.
Learn how the enhanced Schematic Views workflow makes it easier to create, manage, and customize 2D representations of 3D rigging systems, with improved view controls, clearer graphics, and more efficient labeling and dimensioning.
Discover how Georeferencing 2 provides a simpler, more consistent way to geolocate Vectorworks projects and coordinate with GIS and BIM data using the Survey Point and a unified document coordinate system.
Buildings/Landscapes
Buildings/Landscapes
1h 14m
Advanced
Learning Objectives
Understand the new Survey Point and document-level coordinate system.
Set CRS, project location, and orientation with confidence.
Import and export georeferenced GIS and BIM data with better alignment.
Know when to use georeferenced vs. local project coordinates.
Explore the modernized Vectorworks texture system and discover how Physically Based Rendering (PBR), based on the emerging OpenPBR industry standard, delivers improved visual quality, greater consistency, and better compatibility with modern rendering workflows. This webinar will introduce the new texture resource experience, demonstrate the redesigned Edit Texture dialog, and show how interactive editing and previews make it easier to create and refine realistic materials.
All Industries
All Industries
1h
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Explain the benefits of PBR and OpenPBR textures and how they improve material appearance and compatibility with modern rendering engines.
Create and edit PBR textures using the redesigned Edit Texture dialog and its more interactive controls.
Apply and evaluate PBR textures in Shaded and Realistic Renderworks (RS) rendering modes using the interactive preview.
Understand how PBR textures interact with existing Legacy textures and rendering modes, including backward compatibility with Renderworks modes.
Marionette is a visual scripting tool that lets you automate tasks
and create custom objects without writing traditional code. Instead of
programming directly in Python or C++, you connect Marionette nodes in a
flowchart-style network, with each node performing a specific action.
These node networks can be used to build custom objects and can also be
packaged into reusable tools such as menu commands or plug-ins.
All Industries
All Industries
50m
Advanced
Learning Objectives
Explore the basic concepts of the Marionette tool.
See how complex tasks can be broken down into discrete steps represented by nodes.
Build a custom object without having to write code.
Coffee Break - Black, Blue, Red, Green: What do these symbol Colors Mean?
Symbols are one of the essential building blocks of Vectorworks.
Having a good set of resources is part of a fast, efficient workflow.
You may have noticed the names of our symbols appear in a variety of
colors. What do they mean, and how does it affect our workflow? In this
Coffee Break, we’ll look at the different types of symbols, examine the
different insertion options, and give you some suggestions on how to
incorporate them into your workflow.
All Industries
All Industries
1h
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Learn to recognize the different types of symbol categories
Create symbols from scratch to streamline your workflow
The Vectorworks File Health Checker helps you diagnose and resolve common file issues so your projects stay fast, stable, and efficient. In this Coffee Break session, we’ll explore the key checks and settings that keep your files performing at their best. We’ll also walk step by step through running the command, interpreting its results, and applying practical fixes to maintain long-term file health.
All Industries
All Industries
55m
Intermediate
Learning Objectives
Understand how the Vectorworks File Health Checker identifies common file issues that impact performance, stability, and efficiency.
Learn how to run the File Health Checker, interpret its results, and recognize key warnings or errors.
Apply practical fixes and best practices to maintain long-term file health and optimize project performance.
Discover how ConnectCAD can streamline the design and documentation of AV and entertainment systems within Vectorworks. In this Coffee Break session, we’ll explore the ideal use cases for ConnectCAD and how it helps improve coordination, accuracy, and workflow efficiency for system designers.
Entertainment
Entertainment
34m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Identify the types of projects and workflows where ConnectCAD provides the most value.
Understand the core tools and capabilities used for AV system design and documentation.
Learn how ConnectCAD integrates with Vectorworks to improve coordination and reduce manual work.
Discover how to unlock the full potential of Data Tags
in Vectorworks to enhance your drawings and streamline your workflow. In this
session, you’ll learn how Data Tags can display a wide range of
information—from basic object parameters like height to detailed record fields
and IFC data. We’ll explore the variety of pre-built Data Tag styles available
in Vectorworks libraries, including tags tailored for specific object types
such as walls, as well as general-purpose labels for adding simple annotations
like dates or numbering. You’ll also see how easy it is to create custom tag
styles from existing objects, giving you complete control over how data is
presented in your projects. Whether you’re looking to improve documentation
accuracy or add clarity to your drawings, this webinar will equip you with
practical techniques to make Data Tags work for you.
All Industries
All Industries
1h 12m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Understand how Data Tags can display different
types of object data, including parameters, record fields, and IFC information.
Explore the range of pre-built Data Tag styles
in Vectorworks and how they apply to specific objects or general labeling
needs.
Learn how to create and customize Data Tag styles to
suit your own drawing and documentation requirements.
Take a quick, practical break to sharpen your precision in Vectorworks 2026. In this short session, we’ll cover how snapping and constraints work together to help you draw accurately, align elements with confidence, and speed up your workflow.
All Industries
All Industries
55m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Understand how to use key snapping options to accurately place and align objects.
Apply basic constraints to control geometry and maintain design intent.
Improve drawing efficiency by combining snapping and constraints in everyday tasks.
Coffee Break - Advanced Formulas in Worksheets 2026 U4
Vectorworks 2026 Update 4 adds some new criteria for worksheets and data tags. In this coffee break we'll look at some of the new functions, break down the steps in creating a custom formula, and build a custom data tag.
All Industries
All Industries
54m
Advanced
Learning Objectives
Use new worksheet criteria such as Fill Type and Pen Type to filter objects more precisely.
Retrieve object style names across different object types using the universal STYLENAME function.
Access expanded worksheet functions, including Data Tag functions and spatial data, to create more comprehensive reports.
See how Redshift for Vectorworks transforms visualization in Vectorworks 2026 Update 4. This webinar introduces the new real-time rendering workflow that lets you send your live Vectorworks model directly into Redshift for fast, high-quality visualizations. Discover how live synchronization keeps geometry, lighting, and cameras updated so you can explore ideas quickly and present stunning visuals with confidence.
All Industries
All Industries
57m
Beginner
Learning Objectives
Understand how Redshift for Vectorworks connects with Vectorworks for real-time visualization.
Learn how to sync your Vectorworks model live for faster design iteration and presentation.
Explore how real-time rendering improves design reviews and client presentations.
