Summary
The CP_ATT2PROP command allows users to transfer block attribute values to specific CAD object properties. This tool is particularly useful for automating workflows where attribute data needs to influence object properties such as layer, color, or scale.
CADPower -> Blocks Tools -> Attribute – Related -> Transfer Block Attributes to CAD properties
Key features include:
- Flexible Attribute Mapping:
- Select block attributes as the source.
- Specify the CAD property to which the attribute value should be transferred.
- Supported Properties: The following CAD properties can be updated based on block attributes:
- Insertion Point (DXF Code 10)
- Layer (DXF Code 8)
- Rotation Angle (DXF Code 50)
- Color (DXF Code 62)
- Elevation (Z) (From DXF Code 10)
- X Scale Factor
- Y Scale Factor
- Source Control:
- Users can select specific block names and attributes to control the data flow precisely.
- Streamlined Workflow:
- Automate repetitive tasks of updating object properties using attribute-driven logic.
Use Cases
- Attribute-Driven Layering: Automatically update an object’s layer based on attribute values to enforce consistency in CAD standards.
- Dynamic Rotation Updates: Transfer attribute data to set object rotation angles for precise alignment and orientation.
- Scaling Adjustments: Modify object scales dynamically using attribute values, particularly for design automation in engineering and architecture.
- Color-Coded Drawings: Assign colors to objects based on block attributes for better visualization and categorization.
This tool simplifies the integration of attribute-driven properties into CAD designs, providing a powerful automation capability for complex workflows.