how do i change the same block attribute across several layers.

Hello,

I have several sheets of a drawing, each sheet in its own layer with its own drawing frame. Each frame has a set of attributes to change, mainly with revision data.

Now I have been asked to change the data on the first sheet, so that it automatically updates all sheets with the same data, i.e. rev number / date / drawn by etc. Is there a way?

Tom

Sounds like a good job for Sheet Sets. I get the distinct impression you did not use this feature. Am I right?

Thanks for the speedy reply!

No, I have not heard of this can you point me in the right direction please?

Tom

Come to think of it, does LT even use Sheet Sets? Check your Help files.

I cannot see the sheet set function in the version here?

2008 LT

Tom

Definitely not on the AutoCAD LT 2008 , is there any other way?

Tom

How many layers with revision data are we talking?

Thanks for helping,

Around 35............

Tom

So you have 35 layers and each layer has the same data that is set up as an attributed block that has to be changed. The crude way to do it would be to turn on all 35 layers and using a crossing window select all the blocks. I'm assuming they are all located in the exact same position. I'm pretty sure, since they are all the same block, you'll only be prompted to change the data once meaning you won't see the attribute for Drawn By come up 35 separate times.

Does LT 2008 support fields? If it does maybe this would be the way to go in the future.

I just tried the "down and dirty" method I previously mentioned and it does work. My example only included three title blocks and three different layers. As long as all the layers were on it worked. Once again, too bad you're using LT as I think this might also be accomplished using a LISP routine .

Hi again,

Sorry went for something to eat!

Will try your method, yes I would have liked the full version but for some reason they decided I could make do with the LT version. Not too sure what the fields idea is about , but will look into it and let you know!

Thanks again

Tom

Fields are what one uses in database programs such as Microsoft Access.

Hi again,

In further response to your reply reference the 35 layers......I have just realised I should have stated 35 layout tabs next to the model tab!

Using the method the active frame is made inactive when you proceed to the next layout?

Tom

35 layouts! I see. You're right; my method wouldn't work. Maybe you could make the change using a script file.

Hi again!

Is there a guide / help file for using scripts. Looking at the basic info in autocad help files it sounds useful.

Tom

Scripts will be covered in your Customization Guide. I think you can find the guide on your installation DVD under Documents. If you search on the word script here you should come across some threads mentioning their use.