Plot log

[Geoffers]

Because I am not conscientious about writing down plots everytime to record for charging-out I have always had to 'search' for 'plot.log' files and inspect them visually for particular job names - :twisted:.

 

I had noticed the ' make plot log' but never worked out why I didn't have the 'one' file it promised. Today I followed the 'plot file path' and found the B*#*~* .csv file:D:D:D.

 

I can make out most of the headings and line abbreviations but is there a help file somewhere to fill in the last few details; I can't see anything in Autocad Help file?

 

Next I might try importing the file into an Access table...:unsure::unsure:Whoah

[ReMark]

Would this be of any interest?

 

http://usa.autodesk.com/adsk/servlet/ps/item?siteID=123112&id=8221132&linkID=9240817

[Geoffers]

thanks ReMark, not quite what I was referring to, i.e. the file which logs plots as they are made so you know what was plotted without writing it down each time...

[Organic]

Simply write down the reference number, how many sheets you plotted and the size. Would be much easier.

[ReMark]

Check this piece of software out. A demo is available too.

 

http://www.plotlog.com/

[ReMark]

Let's start from the beginning.

 

Tools > Options > Plot and Publish tab. Look in the lower left-hand corner for Plot and Publish log file. Make sure the box for Automatically save plot and publish log file is checked off.

 

Tools > Options > Files tab. Look for the entry Plot and Publish Log File Location. Expand that entry by clicking on the sign. See the path that is listed? That is where the *.csv file is located. This of course can be changed to anything you want.

[Geoffers]

Simply write down the reference number, how many sheets you plotted and the size. Would be much easier.

 

yep - quite right. but as I said I have not been conscientious. I have just looked at the link to a logging system Remark gave; it seems to be just right but at that price I WILL HAVE TO BE CONSCIENTIOUS.

 

Pen and paper - can't beat it! Computers; who need's 'em?

[ReMark]

I don't see what the problem is then. You turn the feature on and forget it until you need it. If you don't like where AutoCAD keeps the file then change it. If more info is required look into the piece of additional software I mentioned.

 

As part of my procedure for doing engineering change notices I keep a simple matrix by my computer that serves as a reminder of everything I have to change and update. This includes the P&ID, PFD, drawing database, equipment database, plus post copies of the drawings to the engineering web page, backup to the engineering department secure server and to my flash drive. As I complete each task I check it off on the matrix. Works for me. What works for you?