Write DWG – Export 12d Model Attributes

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Symbols & Attributes in 12d Model have been around for a long time.  But did you know that Vertex Attributes can also be export as DWG – Block Attributes?

This is useful for something as simple as setout points, or drainage/utility information.

During the export process, 12d Model will automatically convert Symbols to Blocks, along with the Attributes.

Alternatively, you can use a DWT (template) with the Attributed Block definition already created.  12d Model will map the Symbol names to the Block names, and the Vertex Attributes to matching Block Attributes.  This allows exporting of Symbols to meet your company or client’s CAD Standards.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator border_width=”5″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The workflow below describes how to take your 12d Model Symbols & Attributes and export them to Attributed Block.

To start, your Attributes need to be defined as Vertex Attributes.  Note: The Attributes need to be top level vertex attributes, as the Blocks can’t contain groups of attributes, so flat list of attributes only. If you only have String Attributes or if they are in a group, do not panic, as you can use the Attribute Manipulator to move/copy String Attributes to Vertex Attributes.

The Attribute Manipulator can be found under:
Utilities=>Attributes=>Create/edit attribute manipulator file
See here for copying attributes (String to Vertex is the reverse):
https://12dwiki.epicsites.com.au/attribute-manipulator-segment-vertex-to-string/
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On the Write DWG panel, there are a few options that need to be set as follows:

General Tab

  • Use blocks for points styles: On

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Text/Attributes Tab

  • Write attributes:Vertex: On

Advanced Tab

  • Associate vertex atts with symbol: On

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Template (DWT) Files

When using a Template that contains the Block definitions;

  • 12d Symbol names must match the DWG Block names
  • 12d Attribute names must match the Block Tag (Attribute) names

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