Summary
The CP_P2BLKSHP command replaces selected point, text, or circle objects with blocks or shapes. This command is especially useful for transforming simple entities into more complex representations like blocks or shapes, allowing for customized scaling, rotation, and layering.
CADPower -> Conversion -> More Conversion -> Convert Points/Text/Circles to Blocks/Shapes
Key features include:
- Replacement Options:
- Block: Replace selected points, text, or circles with a chosen block, allowing for consistent symbols or markers.
- Shape: Replace selected points, text, or circles with a specific shape, ideal for standardizing design elements.
- Insertion Settings:
- Scale Factor: Set a scale factor for the inserted block or shape, controlling its size.
- Rotation Angle: Define a rotation angle to orient the block or shape as needed.
- Block Selection: Choose a block for insertion via the “Blocks” button.
- Shape Name: Enter the name of the shape to be inserted for precise control.
- Layer Placement Options:
- Source: Places the new block/shape in the original layer of the point or text.
- Current: Places the new block/shape in the current active layer.
- Specify: Allows choosing a specific layer for the new block/shape.
- Layer Selection Dialog: Use the “Select” button to easily pick a layer, with the selected layer’s name displayed.
- Deletion Option: Optionally delete the original point, text, or circle after conversion, keeping the drawing streamlined.
The CP_P2BLKSHP command is a versatile tool for converting basic entities into blocks or shapes, providing enhanced customization for scaling, rotation, and layering while preserving critical data.