Create custom objects on Windows and macOS

Quickly create custom objects and building elements and explore design options — without writing a single line of code or script — with PARAM-O, a built-in parametric design tool for Archicad users available on both macOS and Windows.

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What is PARAM-O?

PARAM-O is a built-in parametric design tool for Archicad users available on both Windows and macOS.  Create custom parametric library objects and building elements quickly and easily – without writing a single line of GDL code or script.

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New Features

  • PARAM-O is now a built-in Archicad tool (no separate download needed)
  • PARAM-O is now available on both Windows and macOS
  • Improved 3D appearance with textures and contours
  • User-defined parameters in GDL will no longer be overwritten when updating in PARAM-O; custom parameters are saved

Previous Download

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PARAM-O is provided as a Technology Preview feature.
Get early access to upcoming product innovations, test functionality, and provide feedback during the development process. Technology Preview features are not fully supported, may not be functionally complete, and are not suitable for deployment in production. We consider the future iterations of the technology preview and will attempt to resolve any issues that customers experience when using these features.

Download for previous version

Archicad version PARAM-O version Release notes Windows macOS
Archicad 24 PARAM-O 0.3.2-preview July 7, 2020   4.2 MB not available

Installation Instructions

  • Download the corresponding APX file from the download list.
  • Place the APX file in your Archicad Add-Ons folder or add it manually with the Add-on Manager.
  • Find detailed installation instructions in the Reference Guide.

Documentation

PARAM-O documentation:

Reference Guide
Node Documentation

GDL documentation:

GDL Reference Guide

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