Marker:Import
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Use this command to Import files into the Marker. There are several kinds of files OptiTex can import, DXF, AAMA, HPGL...
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Icon & Location
Operation
- Open Marker open
- Select 'Import from CAD/CAM files...'.
- Select the File Format, Working Units from the Import from CAD/CAM files dialog box. NOTE: cm will import most files and correctly convert from inches to cm or cm to inches
- Click on the 'Browse' button and select the file(s) to Import.
Select Scale or Quantity, then select OK.
Dialog Explanation
CAD/ CAM Files To Import
Displays the number of files for import. Several files can be imported at once.
Browse
Open the directory dialog which allows you to select the required file(s).
Box
Import the whole file, even if they have several pieces -as internal in a single rectangle. This is used when some pieces are not imported correctly, since they have an open contour (or the system thinks they have an open contour). This is also used when importing a whole Marker.
Working Units
Set the working units in which the fields were exported. More advanced file formats such as ASTM do not require that, as this info is already embedded in the file. HPGL files should select cm to ensure the proper scale.
File Format
Select the correct CAD File Extension.
Don't Build Sizes
By defaults the import process will place all pieces and all sizes in the marker. Checking this option will import base size only into marker.
Scale Factor
Change the scale factor. This is used if the imported style is too big or small or you want the piece 1/4 scale for a mini marker, for example.
Quantity
Set the Quantity of all the imported pieces.
Material
Set the Material for all pieces which do not have a material defined.
