# How to insert Blocking/Nogging between selected studs?

1. Navigate to **Wall+M**/**Floor+M**/**Roof+M**
2. Click on **Add/Modify Elements**

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3. Click on **Add Additional Bridging/Nogging/Blocking**
4. Select **two studs** in between which you need to insert horizontal elements

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4. In the dialogue, adjust the Custom Layout settings

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* Change the **Family Type** if necessary

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* **Rotate** the profile
* Adjust the **Position**

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* Change the Cut End settings

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* Set offset from Bottom or Top

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5. Click OK

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