Export

Geometrical information can be exported by way of the System Menu. It can be exported as a:

• CAD file,
  
• Image (bitmap graphic),
  
• Block layout list (table) or as a
  
• Pack and Go file (vtlx)
  
  

Export as CAD

A typical case of application for this export type is the transfer of the layout to the fine planning. To this end, the export can be limited to the visible layers. The geometrical information can be exported either to the DXF or DWG format. To this end, enable the appropriate file filter in the dialog.

Procedure

Proceed as follows to export all visible layers in the DXF format.

1. Call the Export command in the System Menu.
   
2. In the file dialog, select the file type Visible Layers (*.dxf).
   
3. Specify folder and file name.
   
4. Click on Save to confirm. A progress bar is displayed at the bottom right corner of the window and a message appears to confirm that the export was successful.
   
   

Export as an image

A typical case of application for this export type is the further use of the layout in presentations. Please note that bitmap graphics are not provided with scale.

Procedure

1. Call the Export command in the System Menu.
   
2. In the file dialog, select the file type 2D Layout as Bitmap Graphics.
   
3. Specify folders and file names.
   
4. Click on Save to confirm.
   
   

Export block layout information

A typical case of application for this type of export is the saving of planning information in a non-graphical format. An entry is exported for each object of the type area to an Excel workbook that comprises the designation, position, dimensions, layer, color and a few detailed information.

Procedure

1. Call the Export command in the System Menu.
   
2. In the file dialog, select the file type Block Layout Table.
   
3. Specify folder and file name.
   
4. Click on Save to confirm.
   
   

Pack and Go

A typical use case for this export type is to save the complete layout including all models referenced in it for the 3D view. This is particularly suitable if you want to make the layout available to other people who do not have access to your or the shared model library.

For example, you are working on a layout and would like to pass on the current status to your project partner, customer or client. They would like to open the layout with visTABLE® and edit it further or use the viewer. If this project partner does not have access to your model library, Pack and Go helps to pass on all data for the layout together with the vtlx. Pack and Go ensures that all models used in the layout are bundled with the layout.

Procedure

1. Call the Export command in the System Menu.
   
2. In the file dialog, select the file type Pack and Go (*.vtlx).
   
3. Specify folders and file name.
   
4. Click on Save to confirm.
   
   
   

See also:

• System Menu
  
• Model Library: Block layout catalog
  
• Import block layout