Solve Open with Reference Problem
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Topic: Solve Open with Reference Problem
Posted By: 3dvr_m4
Subject: Solve Open with Reference Problem
Date Posted: 16.Jul.2008 at 18:03
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Hello all,
New CAD-Map3D user here.
I've been given a .dwg file that contains a reference to an additional data file (shape or .shp) that, when I open the .dwg, tries to load the .shp file.
A dialog box appears requesting the location of the .shp file.
How can I remove this reference so it stops asking for the .shp file when I open the .dwg? (see pic)
 Thanks!
-3D
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Posted By: Vladimir Michl
Date Posted: 16.Jul.2008 at 20:19
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You should receive a complete data set - not just the DWG drawing (for transmittal set use the eTransmit function).
SHP files are often used for linetype definitions so can redefine/remove the complaining linetypes. ------------- Vladimir Michl (moderator) ARKANCE - https://arkance.world" rel="nofollow - https://arkance.world - Autodesk Platinum Partner |
Posted By: ailema
Date Posted: 18.Jul.2008 at 14:47
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maybe theres a missing file when you are downloading it
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