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Is there a "routine" that can automatically go through multiple AutoCAD drawing files and change ANY text from one word (say SUBSTATION) to a different word (say E-HOUSE)? If so, then how and where do I obtain such a routine? Your expedited response is most gratefully appreciated. Thank You. James
James:
A batch script utility for multiple drawings can be downloaded here.
http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/item?siteID=123112&id=4091678&linkID=924061...
You can download STREP.lsp here:
http://my.sterling.net/~bdeshawn/STEP.lsp
Learn how to use STREP.lsp first. Then, apply what you learned and put it to use in a script file. Use the BATCH script processor to process a script file in AutoCAD on multiple drawings.
Script instructions can be found here:
http://www.answerbag.com/articles/How-to-Write-Scripts-in-Autocad/92d05e33-e16b-...
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Bill DeShawn
http://my.sterling.net/~bdeshawn
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Bill DeShawn
Expertise
I can address all 2-D questions and some 3-D questions. I do programming in AutoLISP if it doesn`t involve solid modeling. I can also address menu customization issues and can help you find answers to questions I can`t answer by taking your question directly to Autodesk via their newsgroups.
Experience
I used to do electronic and mechanical design for a flat panel monitor manufacturer, and now I do architectural drafting for an architect. I did and do AutoLISP and menu customization and take pride in making my lisp routines to do the work exactly the way the client likes them done.
Publications
I had a routine published in CADENCE magazine (no longer in publication and taken over by CADALYST). Some of my routines are published on my website at http://my.sterling.net/~bdeshawn
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