how to copy a CAD drawing to another file

[dipinanto]

how to copy two different drawings into a single consecutive one, and how to keep the same coordinate system into the drawing

[ReMark]

You could start a new drawing an xref in each of the two existing drawings.

 

I think we need more details though.

[RobDraw]

Copy with basepoint and/or paste to original coodinates.

 

Insert each as a block and explode if desired.

 

XREFs are good if the information will be used in more than one file.

[f700es]

+1 to Rob. An easy solution that I use a bit.

[CADMASTER1128]

Copy with basepoint and/or paste to original coodinates.

 

Insert each as a block and explode if desired.

 

XREFs are good if the information will be used in more than one file.

 

I agree, I usually use 0,0 as my Basepoint, especially if I am using Viewports.

[Squirltech]

I agree, I usually use 0,0 as my Basepoint, especially if I am using Viewports.

 

Maybe it's my OCD but I personally use 0,0,0 (three zeros). Years ago I was burnt by a block that was placed at 0,0 and the elevation became an issue. Just my $.02.

[RobDraw]

Maybe it's my OCD but I personally use 0,0,0 (three zeros). Years ago I was burnt by a block that was placed at 0,0 and the elevation became an issue. Just my $.02.

 

I've never had to use the third zero. In a 2D environment it is understood and not necessary, any Z value is more than likely to do with errant objects than it does with the coordinate system.