July 2008

  • Reading a TXT file using LISP

    Submitted by rkmcswain on Sun, 07/13/2008 - 20:24

    Here is a simple example of how to read a TXT file into lisp and then do something with the contents. In this example, the TXT file contains coordinates, and the code will draw either points or lines.

    One thing to keep in mind. Most times when you open a file for read or write, you should open the file, perform the entire operation, then close the file. Keep the code to a minimum while the file is open. This way if you run into an unhandled error, the file isn't stuck open, and in the case of shared files, you are not locking the file for an extended amount if time. Read more »

  • Autodesk and Bentley, working together

    Submitted by rkmcswain on Wed, 07/09/2008 - 08:19

    Autodesk and Bentley announced they will be exchanging software libraries to help expand the interoperability between each others drawing format. More details can be found in this press release

  • Quick access to layer states manager

    Submitted by rkmcswain on Thu, 07/03/2008 - 07:05

    Starting with AutoCAD 2008, you now have direct access to the Layer States Manager, without opening the LAYER dialog first.

    In AutoCAD 2008, click the button on the far right of the LAYERS toolbar.

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    In AutoCAD 2009, click the button shown below: Read more »

 

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