Forte Software Ideas

In some cases where dead load is a significant portion of the loading, we would want to limit the dead load deflection.

Most of my header designs are for double span headers (ie. (1 or 2) 2x8 that span over two adjacent windows/doors with a mid span post). We generally design them as two spans for gravity loading ((3) supports) and as one long span for out of plane...

Living areas over garages require 2 layers of 5/8 gypsum board. How does this effect Pro Rating and should we be concerned with the additional weight on the bottom cord

Sometimes houses flip from a right swing to a left swing. Can there be a future update for flipping the calc to a member so i don't have to edit my calcs from the opposite side?

The results do not show enough information. It would be great if additional information is provided with results......more detailed calculations, equations used, design specifics.

Add the option to hang a beam off of the end of a joist with

Now there is no way to share a file and close it on your end. Please offer a close option so user can close the file and then log out. Or the software should automatically close the file when we log out. Please implement as soon as possible