DXF import - layer name rules - Part list parameters

 

Part list parameter to specify the default drawing settings to use

 

If the part list parameter Drawing source is set for 'DXF files' this option is available to enter the name of the DXF layer names to use with part lists. This value is used for all new part lists.

 

- Make sure the Machining centre parameter: Import - DXF format is set to 'Layered - user defined'

- Move to a part list

 

At the part list screen:-

 

 Select: File - Parameters

 Set the property 'Drawing source' to: DXF files

 

 Enter the name of the list to use (if any)

or

Combo-button.gif Use the list option to select a file name

 

 Select OK to confirm.

 

 

Notes

 

- This option is only available if 'Drawing source' is set to 'DXF files' and the Machining centre parameter: Import - DXF format is set to 'Layered - user defined'. It is only when user defined layers are required that the DXF import parameters are used.

- Only R12 format DXF files can be used by the program

 

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