Why are people still using SS3 when CONNECT Edition is out?
The Case for SS3:
The Case for Upgrading:
Even greatness has flaws. Here’s what users complain about:
| Limitation | Workaround |
|------------|-------------|
| 4 GB memory ceiling | Split the model into multiple reference files. Use Reference → Unload when not needed. |
| No 4K UI scaling | Change Windows display scaling to 100% or 125% (avoid 150%+). |
| Slow DWG save | Set MS_DWG_SAVE_VERSION = 2007 in configuration to avoid complex objects. |
| PDF export without text search | Use a third-party PDF printer (e.g., PDFCreator) instead of native Export PDF. |
| Crashes when panning large rasters | Convert large TIFs to .ecw or .sid compressed formats. |
SS3 includes a Batch Process utility (BatchProcess.exe) that can:
If you are working in SS3 daily, efficiency is key. Here are five tips to speed up your drafting:
SS3 introduced a revamped Raster Manager with:
Why are people still using SS3 when CONNECT Edition is out?
The Case for SS3:
The Case for Upgrading:
Even greatness has flaws. Here’s what users complain about:
| Limitation | Workaround |
|------------|-------------|
| 4 GB memory ceiling | Split the model into multiple reference files. Use Reference → Unload when not needed. |
| No 4K UI scaling | Change Windows display scaling to 100% or 125% (avoid 150%+). |
| Slow DWG save | Set MS_DWG_SAVE_VERSION = 2007 in configuration to avoid complex objects. |
| PDF export without text search | Use a third-party PDF printer (e.g., PDFCreator) instead of native Export PDF. |
| Crashes when panning large rasters | Convert large TIFs to .ecw or .sid compressed formats. |
SS3 includes a Batch Process utility (BatchProcess.exe) that can:
If you are working in SS3 daily, efficiency is key. Here are five tips to speed up your drafting:
SS3 introduced a revamped Raster Manager with:
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