# How to control labels on Studs/Plates?

## Introduction

This guide applies to users with **Arkitech** and **Howick** CNC machines.

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Each framing element (studs, plates, etc) in the CSV files has a label command written with two possible outputs:&#x20;

**LABEL\_NRM** - Normal label print:

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**LABEL\_INV** - Inverted label print:

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This is a **standard** CSV output for the Arkitech and Howick machines.
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Inverted labels (LABEL\_INV) are applied to elements that face differently (BP-1, SS-1, etc) compared to the standard view (VS-1, TP-1, etc), ensuring label readability.&#x20;

In other words, one of the end studs (SS-1) and the bottom plate (BP-1) are oriented differently from the other end stud SS-1 and TP-1, respectively. The inverted printing is designed to maintain visibility.&#x20;

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For the **Arkitech** and **Howick** frames, make sure to use the correct **Structural Framing** families in the **Framing Configurations**.

Metric:

* **M\_MF C+C\_CH Stud** - for vertical elements (studs, king studs, cripples, trimmers, etc.)
* **M\_MF C+C\_CH Plate** - for horizontal elements (plates, bridging/blocking, headers, sills, etc.)

Imperial:

* **I\_MF C+C\_CH Stud** - for vertical elements (studs, king studs, cripples, trimmers, etc)
* **I\_MF C+C\_CH Plate** - for horizontal elements (plates, bridging/blocking, headers, sills, etc.)

[Learn more](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyutWz2FmK4) about the Metal Framing families.
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## How to control the labels?

You can switch the default order of Inverted and Normal labels. In other words, elements that receive NRM label by default will receive INV label and vice versa.&#x20;

Go to the **CNC Metal Exporter** > **Export Setup** and check the inverse label boxes as highlighted below:

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[Learn more](https://docs.besmart.software/design-data-management-and-exchange/cnc-exporters/cnc-metal-exporter/revit-add-in/features#export-setup) about the **Export Setup**.
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**Note**: it is not possible to control the label orientation of individual elements using the presets. You have to this manually in the CSV file.&#x20;
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If you can't find the answers you're looking for, please [contact our support team](https://helpdesk.besmart.software/support/tickets/new).
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