Missing Shape Files

Submitted by rkmcswain on Sun, 05/09/2010 - 08:20

One of the more popular topics here is the Select Shape File post from February 2006, where I explained why you might be prompted to select a shape file, and ways to eliminate this prompt.

Well, Autodesk has taken this one step further in AutoCAD 2011 and now offers you a way to eliminate this prompt forever.


If you check the toggle "Always perform my current choice" and then select "Ignore the missing SHX files and continue", then you shouldn't be prompted again.

I do not like this option because missing shape files mean missing information, and if you ignore the missing shape file, then you are ignoring the problem. Imagine plotting a 100 sheet set on mylar and then finding out that one or more custom linetypes are missing their symbols (Yes, I have seen it happen).

Having said all that, I'm pretty sure this was a top ten Augi wish list item, so it's clear that many people did want this option. Just be careful and recognize the effects of ignoring missing references.

 

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