Hello McNeel Team,
I appreciate the continuous development and feature enhancements in Rhino, which make it a powerful tool in 3D modeling and design. I would like to suggest a feature that many users transitioning from AutoCAD might find beneficial: the introduction of a “dynamic block” functionality.
What are Dynamic Blocks?
Dynamic blocks, a feature in AutoCAD, allow users to create blocks that can easily change shape, size, or configuration by defining parameters and constraints. These blocks significantly enhance productivity by reducing the need to manage and update multiple static block definitions.
Benefits of Dynamic Blocks in Rhino:
- Flexibility: Users can create one block that serves multiple purposes, adapting to different design needs without recreating geometry.
- Efficiency: Reduces file clutter by minimizing the number of block definitions needed for similar designs.
- Ease of Use: Simplifies complex design tasks, allowing users to more intuitively modify and manage designs directly within the 3D environment.
- Consistency: Ensures uniformity across designs by utilizing parameter-driven adjustments that maintain proportional integrity.
Proposed Features:
- Parameterization: Allow the creation of blocks with adjustable dimensions and attributes.
- Constraints: Enable constraints that maintain geometric relationships within the block.
- Visibility States: Support different visibility conditions for various block components.
- User Interface: Develop an intuitive interface for defining and editing these dynamic properties.
This feature would greatly enhance Rhino’s capabilities, particularly for users involved in architectural and mechanical design, where frequent changes and variations are common.
Thank you for considering this suggestion. I believe it aligns with Rhino’s commitment to innovation and efficiency, and I look forward to seeing how Rhino continues to evolve.
Although Rhino currently lacks native support for dynamic blocks similar to AutoCAD, it would be beneficial for users if Rhino could import these blocks while retaining their dynamic properties.
Suggestion for Importing Dynamic Blocks from AutoCAD into Rhino
Best regards,
https://help.autodesk.com/view/ACD/2025/ENU/?guid=GUID-4005A6BB-388A-4EC7-BF17-555F1E6C137C