Understanding ETransmit in AutoCAD
ETRANSMIT serves as a vital tool in AutoCAD that enables users to package drawings and their associated files for easy transmission over the internet. This function ensures that all necessary components, such as external references (xrefs) and font files, are included in a single package. The process simplifies sharing and collaboration.
Steps to Create an ETransmit Package in AutoCAD
1. **Initiate ETransmit**: Open AutoCAD and navigate to the application menu at the top left corner of the interface. Here, you will find the “Publish” option. Click on it and select “eTransmit” from the dropdown menu.
2. **Setup the Transmittal**: After selecting eTransmit, you will be taken to the Create Transmittal dialog box. This interface allows you to manage which files will be included in your package. Ensure that the Files Tree or Files Table tab is active.
3. **Add Required Files**: Click the “Add File” button. A file browsing window will appear, allowing you to select the drawings and any other files that you want to package. After making your selections, click “Open” to add the files to your transmittal.
4. **Specify the Transmittal File Folder**: Under the Transmittal File Folder section, click on the “Browse” button. This will open a standard file selection dialog. Choose the location where you wish to save your eTransmit package and click “Open.” This action sets the designated output folder.
5. **Configure Options**: Click on “Transmittal Setup” to adjust any settings as needed. You can modify options such as paths and additional settings that govern how the files will be packaged together for transmission. After making your adjustments, click “OK” to apply changes.
6. **Finalize the ETransmit Package**: Once everything is set, return to the main dialog box and click “Create.” The software will process your selections and compile them into a single zipped file, which you can then send as an email attachment or upload as needed.
How to Open an ETransmit File in AutoCAD
To access an eTransmit file after it has been created, launch AutoCAD and navigate to the “File” menu. Select “eTransmit,” and then you can click on “Transmittal Setup” to view options available for opening and modifying transmittal setups. This approach ensures that you can manage or update any references as needed.
Difference Between BIND and Insert in AutoCAD
When working with external references in AutoCAD, understanding the distinction between “Bind” and “Insert” is critical. Both options enable you to incorporate external drawing files into your main drawing:
– **Bind**: This command converts the external reference into a block reference within your drawing. The objects in the xref become part of the drawing while maintaining their original structure. This process allows for retaining reference paths.
– **Insert**: Like bind, this command also converts xrefs into block references. However, it merges named object definitions into the current drawing, typically without adding prefixes that differentiate them from existing objects.
FAQ Section
What files are included when using ETransmit?
ETRANSMIT packages not just your primary drawing file but also all dependent files such as external references (xrefs), fonts, and any other resources essential for the drawing.
Can I customize the folder structure for ETransmit?
Yes, within the Transmittal Setup dialog, you can adjust path options and customize where each file is located in the folder structure before creating the package.
What happens if I forget to include certain files in the ETransmit package?
If you miss files while setting up your eTransmit, you can always reopen the original package, adjust the settings to include those files, and regenerate the transmittal package.
