Understanding eTransmit in AutoCAD
eTransmit is a crucial feature in AutoCAD designed for packaging drawing files and their associated dependencies for easy sharing. By using eTransmit, users can transmit not only the primary drawing but also any referenced files (like Xrefs, fonts, and plot styles) that are essential for a complete representation of the project.
Steps to Open an eTransmit File in AutoCAD
1. Launch AutoCAD and navigate to the main menu.
2. Click on the **File** tab and select **eTransmit** from the dropdown.
3. In the eTransmit window that appears, click on **Transmittal Setup** to configure the setup options.
4. Choose the **Modify** button to adjust settings if needed, such as file paths and selection criteria for the transmitted files.
5. Once modifications are made, ensure to save them, and you will be redirected back to the main eTransmit interface.
Creating an eTransmit Package
1. Make sure your drawing is saved before initiating the eTransmit process.
2. Click on the **Application button** located at the top-left corner.
3. From the options, select **Publish**, followed by the **eTransmit** feature.
4. In the **Create Transmittal** dialog box, you will see various options for adding files.
5. Use the **Add File** button to include additional drawings or resources that should be part of this package.
6. Ensure all needed files are checked, then proceed to specify the destination folder where the eTransmit package will be created.
7. Finally, click **OK** to create the ZIP file or folder structure containing all selected components.
Setting Up the eTransmit Configuration
1. Open the eTransmit dialog and select the **Transmittal File Folder** option.
2. Click on **Browse** to choose your preferred folder destination for the eTransmit package.
3. After selecting the desired folder, click **Open** to confirm your choice.
4. If there are specific settings for how files should be packaged (like excluding certain file types), make necessary adjustments in the settings window.
Sending CAD Files with Xrefs
1. Begin by attaching any Xrefs to your main drawing.
– Go to the **Insert** tab and select the **Reference** panel, then click on **Attach**.
– In the **Select Reference File** dialog, choose the appropriate files and click **Open**.
2. Adjust the attachment settings by selecting **Attachment** under the Reference Type in the following dialog.
3. Once all Xrefs are properly attached, proceed to package your files using eTransmit as previously described.
How to Import a DWG File into AutoCAD
1. Open AutoCAD and navigate to the ribbon interface.
2. Select the **Insert** tab and click on the **Import** panel.
3. Choose **DWG** from the options, leading to the **Import File** dialog.
4. Browse to find your desired DWG file, select it, and click **Open**.
5. Configure import settings as required and confirm to finish the import process.
FAQ
**1. What types of files are included when creating an eTransmit package?**
An eTransmit package includes the main drawing file, Xrefs, fonts, and any additional related files such as plot style tables necessary for proper visualization of the project.
2. Can I modify the eTransmit package after it’s been created?
Yes, you can revisit the eTransmit options to add or remove files from your package before sending it out, ensuring that all necessary components are included.
3. What is the difference between using BIND and attaching files in AutoCAD?
BIND merges Xref objects into the current drawing as a block reference without adding prefixes, whereas attaching keeps them linked as separate files and just references them in the current drawing.
