Forte Software Ideas

Report tab looks good, however, on the printout, none of the grids align and there is a lot of wasted space. Additionally, why is 8.5" x 11" the standard printout size in a world of PDFs we should have different sizes

I'd like the ability to enter a deflection limit in inches (not L/xxx) on the Member Info tab.

ForteWEB can already design a maximum hole size based on location. To simplify the hole placement process, I propose a feature that gives users the ability to minimize distance to a support based on hole size. Users enter the support that they are...

It would be nice if the load input page was consistent on the load inputs, service level or ultimate levels. It is confusing to input live/dead/snow loads at the ASD service level loads but then in the same summary you are required to input the wi...

Separate loads by some visual difference in visual diagram. Be able to tell at a glance what kind of loads are bearing on that beam instead of a solid blue block. Helpful for anyone double checking what kind of loads are used on beam. Possibly tie...

While it is possible to model a multi-ply header in standard orientation, header models still only allow for 1-ply design when considering lateral wind loads. Typically wind design (with bi-axial loading) has to be considered for headers, especial...

Sometimes we need to sister on a new piece to an existing joist to beef it up

It would be nice if more sizes such as 3x4, 4x4, 3x6, 2x8, etc. were added as options for each wood grade and species when designing the wall studs.

There's an option for French, please add Spanish.

I would like the ability to share our user settings from user to user. With our companies expanding EWP design team, It would be extremely helpful to have the ability to share our user settings with new users. With this capability we would not hav...