Risa Tips & Tricks: How to Use Our Structural Analysis Software

July 30, 2026

Need Help with RISA? Here Are Your Go-To Resources

RISA supports you at every stage of your design process, from the first click in the program to the final design. Whether you need a quick answer or in-depth guidance, we offer a wide range of resources to help you work efficiently and with confidence. The RISA Help Files Get answers on all the behind-the-scenes technical information including analysis methods, variable definitions, and design assumptions. The help file provides transparency into the program methodology to make sure RISA engineers can feel confident in the results. The help file is available for each program in the RISA suite for tailored information. It can be accessed at risa.com/help or press F1 within the program for even easier access. Tips & Tricks Blog Explore modeling tips, troubleshooting ideas, and engineering insights on the RISA blog. Our blog articles are designed as quick reads to help engineers find answers fast. Start reading at blog.risa.com. The Video Library See the workflow in real time with the RISA video library at risa.com/videos. From quick clips showing a specific concept to full on-demand webinars, these videos help you understand workflows and seamlessly navigate the interface. Learning Paths Start exploring RISA with on-demand interactive training through our learning…

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October 04, 2017

Eurocode Steel Design According to EN1993-1-1:2014 now Available

You can now set the L-Torque length for the EN1993-1-1:2014 code in...

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October 03, 2017

Detach an Integrated RISAConnection Model

RISAFloor, RISA-3D, and Revit can export connection rule and loading...

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September 15, 2017

Custom Loading in Integrated RISAConnection Model

RISAConnection v7.0.1 includes the option for customized loading in an...

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September 14, 2017

Enhanced Live Load Reduction

The consideration of Live Load reduction is a feature that has been in...

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September 12, 2017

Added Double Click Dialog for Members

RISAFloor now has the ability to double-click a member to open the Member...

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September 11, 2017

Improved Drift Reporting

RISA-3D v15 now includes automatic drift definitions for diaphragms as...

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September 08, 2017

CSA A23.3-14 Canadian Concrete Code now Available

The CSA A23.3-14 code has been implemented in RISA-3D v15.0, RISAFloor...

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