Summary
The CP_XD_EXTRACT command in CADPower enables users to export Extended Entity Data (XDATA) from selected objects into ASCII text files. Fully compatible with BricsCAD, AutoCAD, ZWCAD and ARES Commander, this tool provides a straightforward way to extract and organize metadata for use in external applications or analysis.
CADPower -> Extended Entity Tools -> Extended Entity Tools -> Extract extended entity data to ASCII files
Key features include:
- Export XDATA:
- Extract XDATA associated with selected objects and save it to an ASCII text file.
- Choose specific XDATA applications to export for precise data extraction.
- Customizable Output:
- Define a delimiter (e.g., comma
,or semicolon;) to separate fields in the exported text file, ensuring compatibility with third-party tools such as spreadsheets or database software.
- Define a delimiter (e.g., comma
- Additional Extract Options:
- Include optional object properties in the exported data:
- Object Type: Include the type of the entity (e.g., line, polyline, block).
- Handle: Export the unique handle ID of the object.
- Object Layer: Include the layer name of the entity.
- Include optional object properties in the exported data:
- Generic ASCII Format:
- Exported data is structured in a simple, generic ASCII format that is easy to parse and compatible with any third-party software for further analysis or processing.
- File Save Location:
- Specify the output file location and name for organized data storage.
Applications:
- Export XDATA for integration with third-party tools, databases, or spreadsheets.
- Archive metadata for documentation, reporting, or auditing purposes.
- Share project-specific XDATA with team members or external collaborators in a universal format.
Benefits:
The CP_XD_EXTRACT command in CADPower simplifies the process of exporting and managing XDATA, enabling greater flexibility in handling metadata outside the CAD environment. Whether you’re using BricsCAD, AutoCAD, ZWCAD or ARES Commander, this tool ensures your extended entity data is accessible, organized, and ready for analysis.