Roof Wizard uses several system configuration files to store default settings, custom labels, and fixture options. These files are typically located in your Roof Wizard installation directory and are managed automatically by the software.
Important: Most of these files are managed by the software itself. Only edit files manually when specifically mentioned as safe to do so.
🧾 System Configuration Files
File | Purpose | Editing Method |
DimDefs.dat | Stores default settings for roof dimensions such as coursing units | Set from within the software preferences |
DPLabels.dat | Defines alternate labels for downpipe accessory items like shoe, elbow, offset etc. | Can be manually edited as a simple text list |
FIXS.dat | Stores default options for fixtures including x,y,z scale, length, width etc of selected fixture items | Managed automatically by software - do not edit manually |
FIXTHNL.dat | Stores size and number of thumbnails for fixtures and Open Thumbnail functions | Managed automatically by software |
Flengths.dat | Stores flashing stock lengths and costs | Typically edited within the software preferences |
FLPayLinks.dat | Stores the link between a flashing and any special labour rates | Created and managed automatically by software |
Fontfile.dat | Pre-sets the font used on CAD generated reports | Typically set to ARIAL.FON (bitmap font format) |
🛠 File Type Classifications
User-Editable Files:
DPLabels.dat - Safe to edit manually as a simple text list
Software-Managed Files:
FIXS.dat - Transient file that changes with each job and is recreated by the software
FIXTHNL.dat - Automatically maintained
FLPayLinks.dat - Created and managed by the software and selected when the flashing item is defined
Preference-Based Files:
DimDefs.dat - Configured through software settings
Flengths.dat - Usually edited through software preferences
Fontfile.dat - Font selection for reports
🛠 Example: Custom Downpipe Labels (DPLabels.dat)
The DPLabels.dat file can be manually edited to customise accessory item names. Format as a simple text list:
⚠️ Important Notes
Always backup configuration files before making manual edits
Files marked as "transient" are recreated by the software - manual changes will be lost
Font files use .FON extension for bitmap fonts, not truetype (.TTF) format
Most settings should be changed through the software interface rather than direct file editing