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	How to create a 2D WMF file of 3D objects with hidden lines?
	You can e.g.: Use `_SOLPROF` and create 2D profile of your objects (hidden lines in a separate layer), then `_WMFOUT` it "Plot" the hidden line view to a DXB file (see DXB plot files) a read the file back in a blank drawing, then _WMFOUT This WMF file can be then brought into (imported) MS Word or other office software.

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CAD tip # 2668:

How to create a 2D WMF file of 3D objects with hidden lines?