ProtaDetails : Export DWG/DXF

Export DWG/DXF

All intelligent objects will be converted to simple CAD entitles as a result of export operation.

User can access to "Export DWG/DXF" via the "Detail" Treeview Context Menu".


  1. A dialogue will pops out and user can select drawing(s) in the drawing list that wish to be exported.
  2. Export Directory: Select a directory where the drawing should be exported to. The directory address will be shown in Blue below the "Export Directory". 
    1. Open Directory: Open the selected "Export Directory" folder in a new window.
    2. Change Directory: Reselect "Export Directory" to locate the drawing.
  3. Version: Several CAD format such as DWG and DXF with different version can be exported.
  4. Export: Click "Export" to execute the action of exporting the drawing based on the setting.
  5. Cancel: Select "Cancel" to abort.
Info
If the export process fails and the DWG or DXF files cannot be found in the Exported Drawing folder, please verify that the “VectorDraw FileConverter4” application is installed on your device.
If the application is not present, perform a clean reinstallation. Please refer to the following article for guidance: How to perform a Clean Reinstallation
Additionally, ensure that your antivirus software is temporarily disabled during the reinstallation process to prevent any potential interference.
If the application remains unavailable after completing the clean reinstallation, you will need to manually download the VectorDraw application from the following website:
https://www.vdraw.com/products/vectordraw-file-converter-4/ (click "FileConverter Free Download")  


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