Live Attributes

I have a block with an attribute tag that I want to automatically populate with the CURRENT drawing name. I can initially do this. However if the user renames the file or does a saves the original drawing name shows up. I have tired to use a DIESEL expression but that will not work inside an attribute. I am using AutoCAD 2004. I know about the fields in AutoCAD 2005 but this application must be done in AutoCAD 2004. Do I need a reactor for this? Is there an easier way? Please let me know.

 

I suggest a quick lisp function that checks the system variable "dwgname". If the value in the attribute is not = to the value in "dwgname", then replace the attribute value. Do this function in your .mnl or other 'startup' routine. Load the lisp, and call the function. (e.g.) (load "update_filename")(update_file). Where function 'update_file' is in the lisp 'update_filename.lsp'. This way, each time the drawing is opened, it will be updated. If you need help with the lisp, just ask.

Bob

 

Thanks! I will explore this option.

 

Hi...

You have looked the RTEXT object of the express tools?

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Thanks! I wrote an event in VBA. This is the same as a reactor in VLISP. Actually it was pretty easy in VBA.