Am I the only one who thinks we overcomplicate isometric views?

I was reading a thread last week where someone insisted you need a specific $500 plugin to get them right. For a basic pipe run in a 2D shop drawing? I've been drafting for 12 years in Kansas City, and a well-drawn plan view with clear elevations has always been enough for the guys in the field. Adding a fancy 3D iso just adds hours for something they'll mark up with a red pen anyway. When did we decide more software always means a better drawing? Has anyone else had a fabricator actually ask for these on simple jobs?

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aaron8451mo ago

What's the most complex iso you've actually been asked to provide?

hart.parker1mo ago

Man, the weirdest ones are never about the actual job. Had a client once who wanted a full breakdown of my "environmental runoff mitigation protocol". Basically, where the dirty water goes. They sent a three page checklist. For washing a driveway. Felt like they were trying to catch me out. Turns out the homeowner's kid was doing some eco merit badge thing. Used my invoice as a source.