APA Wall Bracing Calculator Quick Start Guide

The APA Wall Bracing Calculator is intended to simplify the design of residential structures that comply with the 2021, 2018, 2015, 2012 and 2009 International Residential Code (IRC) wall bracing requirements.

This publication is designed for: architects, engineers, designers, code officials

This quick start guide is a companion to the APA Wall Bracing Calculator and provides step-by-step instructions for using the calculator.

Key sections include:

• Entering project information

• Adding wall lines and entering wall line details

• Entering wall line segment details

• Producing a project report

Published by APA — The Engineered Wood Association.