If your architectural studio collaborates across different language regions, implement these best practices to ensure a smooth workflow:
To change the UI from English to German (or any other language), you’ll need to download and install that specific localized version from Graphisoft.
Archicad is a leading Building Information Modeling (BIM) software used by architects globally. Because architecture is an international industry, professionals often need to work in different languages. Archicad handles this through specialized language packs.
If you installed a separate localized version, it will create a new directory folder (e.g., Graphisoft/Archicad 27 FRA alongside your original Graphisoft/Archicad 27 USA ). How to Switch Languages in Archicad archicad language pack
You have two options. First, you can ask a teammate who uses that language version to send you their template file. Second, you can download the complete Archicad installer for that target language version (you don't need to install the whole program, you can just extract the template .tpl file from the installer package). You can then load this template to start a new project with that country's standards.
Do not import an entire Work Environment from a different language version (e.g., importing a USA environment into a GER installation), as this can cause a "mixture" of languages in your menus.
Download the executable file for Windows (.exe) or Mac (.dmg). Archicad handles this through specialized language packs
Often locked to the region where they were requested. Step 2: Run the Installer
An Archicad language pack is a software extension that modifies the language of Archicad’s user interface (menus, dialog boxes, and tool descriptions).
Pre-configured templates featuring local measurement systems (metric vs. imperial), pen sets, layer combinations, and local building materials. How to Get a Different ArchiCAD Language Version First, you can ask a teammate who uses
If you are starting a new project and want to use the GDL objects (doors, windows, etc.) localized for a specific country (like the USA), you must begin your project by loading the for that country. The language and standards (default sizes, attributes, surfaces, pens) of library parts depend entirely on the language of the template you use. An Archicad 29 GER project will have German-standard objects by default.
Sometimes, menus appear in English while specific tools or objects appear in another language. This happens when you open a localized file template in a different software language environment.
Select your desired language (e.g., German, French, Spanish, Simplified Chinese) and download the installer file corresponding to your operating system (Windows or macOS). Step-by-Step Installation Guide
Select your desired localization (e.g., INT, USA, GER, FRA, SPA) and download the installer. Step-by-Step Installation Guide
Follow the on-screen prompts, ensuring it targets your primary setup within the Applications folder.