How to change family types in Framing Configurations?
Arkitech/Howick/Pinnacle frames
The default Framing Configurations for Arkitech/Howick/Pinnacle frames include these profile sizes:
Metric: M_C+C_CH Chamfered Profiles X5 and M_C+C_CH Chamfered Profiles 3200 configurations: 89mm studs and plates
Imperial: I_C+C_CH Chamfered Profiles: 3 1/2" studs and plates
You can change the profile sizes for each frame element:
Go to Common Settings
Untick the boxes Use for all Vertical/Horizontal Elements (except Opening)

Go through the settings on the left:

Use C+C_CH Stud family types for vertical elements (Vertical Stud, Connections (L, End, V), Ridge Stud, King Stud, Trimmer, Cripples)
Use C+C_CH Plate family types for horizontal elements (Top/Bottom Plate, Blocking/Nogging, Header, Sill)
Learn more about Metal Framing families.
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