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For context, I am using ZWCAD 2024 currently and I've created a dynamic block to be used in ZWCAD as an alternative to Multi-leaders to be an easier method to be able to DATAEXTRACT because my ZWCAD does not allow data extraction of MTEXT and MLEADERS unlike AutoCAD. I'd made the Dynamic Block to work exactly like a multileader would using, along with other parameters, Multiple Lookup Tables for rotating, extending and flipping the leader without affecting the order of text. That means they had to be created in licensed AutoCAD because ZWCAD's counterpart Flexiblocks do not have the LookUp parameter yet. The blocks worked normally as intended for a while on regular usage(working on, closing and reopening the file multiple times), but they stopped behaving like a dynamic block altogether suddenly after a few days on reopening the file. The blocks now seem to have been assigned different names by the software (*U15, *U16, and so) from its original name(m-Drawing M-Leader Block). I have attached the files below: Issue.dwg - File with the problematic Dynamic Blocks MultileaderDynamicBlock.dwg - File with the original Dynamic Block I have noticed this behavior with some other dynamic blocks in the files that I receive from consultants once in a while. Is this because of using dynamic blocks created in AutoCAD in ZWCAD? If yeah, why do they work perfectly for a while only to stop working all of a sudden? Is there a way to reverse this? I'd tried to replace the corrupted blocks with the original dynamic block reference, which would have itself been sort of a tedious task as there were so many instances in the drawing, but ZWCAD no longer recognizes the corrupted blocks as "blocks". ChatGPT and other LLMs are of limited help, so please help a brother understand and, if possible maybe, correct this issue. Or is there an alternative to this? Cheers! Issue.dwg MulltileaderDynamicBlock.dwg

In ZWCAD 2026, our drawing uses isocp.shx font inside block attributes. When exporting to PDF, the SHX text is converted to geometry and becomes non-editable in Foxit. Is there any way to export SHX text as real editable text without changing the drawing font standard? text issue.dwg without sign 1.pdf

I recently tried designing a safe deck myself and found it quite interesting. I did my design in ZWCAD, but the logic behind the design process should apply to all kinds of CAD software. If you're interested in designing one yourself, feel free to download the sample drawings here . Okay, here's how to design a safe deck. Step 1. Prepare a plan of your house and its surroundings. Then, decide where to locate the deck and the basic shape of it, based on the plan. Step 2. Outline the shape of the safe deck, which will be the base of your design. At this stage, your top consideration should be practicality. For example, if the ground were noticeably uneven, consider designing a multi-level deck. Step 3. Draw the dividing lines on the deck to represent the placement of the wood. And don't forget to add dimensions to your design. For those who also use ZWCAD, you can use the Super Hatch function to texturize the deck with realistic wood images, to make it easier to read. Step 4. Create the layout of the supporting pillars. You should allow for the moving load on the deck, which means the distance between two pillars is usually about 3 to 4 meters. In ZWCAD, you can quickly place the pillars with the Array function - first, select the pillar as the basic object, then set the distances on the X and Y axes. Step 5. Design the elevation, which is mainly to show the height differences of the deck and its railings. Note that the deck should be lower than the house floor to prevent water from flowing back into the house during rainy days. As for the railings, the height is suggested to be 1 meter. Step 6. Insert your title block in the layout space to display the necessary information, such as materials and size. Then, decide the paper size for printing out the layout. In this case, I think A3 is just fine. With the printed layout, now you can contact your local contractors and discuss it with them. That's the whole process of designing a safe deck!

I recently learned some tricks on drawing and exporting an electronic system diagram, which has been really helpful in saving my time. So I thought it'd be nice to share with you guys. I did my drawing on ZWCAD, as I recently switched from AutoCAD to it for a lower cost. If you also use ZWCAD, feel free to comment below. Tip 1 - Use Block Attribute to create a customized component library for easy reuse Step 1. Start the Tool Palette through [Tools] and click [Tool Palette Window] or use the shortcut command [Ctrl+3] on the menu bar. Step 2. Select the required component block on the current drawing, then hold down the left mouse button, drag it to the tool palette and release it. After that, the block will be added to the Tool Palette. Tip 2 - Use ZWCAD Smart Plot to output multiple electronic diagrams all at once Step 1. Open the drawing to be printed, click [File] in the toolbar, and then click [Smart Batch Plot]. Step 2. Select the printing device and choose a [Frame Style] in the pop-up dialog box. Step 3. Click [Select batch drawings], and select the drawings to be printed. Step 4. Click [Highlight], and finally click [Plot].