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FAQs
Why doesn’t the online help work?
Please note that the online help in GBuilder requires Microsoft's HTML Help Engine. You may install Internet Explorer, and then run Microsoft's HHUPD.EXE (717KB).
How do I create a block + attribute in AutoCAD?
Start by drawing a circle (diameter 1m) in AutoCAD for example. Now type the command ddattdef. Type for Tag: “PointID”, for Prompt: “PointID:” and for Height: “1” meter. Now click on the button “Pick Point” and pick the insertion point of the attribute near the circle. Type the command wblock and pick the center of the circle as insertion point by using the snap function “Center”. For select objects, select the circle + the attribute “PointID”, type a name for the block and press OK.
How do I pick my stakeout points in AutoCAD?
You can easily pick your stakeout points in AutoCAD by placing block(s) + attribute(s) on the appropriate entities. Start by using the command Insert block, click browse and navigate to your block. After you picked a insertion point for the block with a snap function, AutoCAD prompts with the message “PointID:”. Key in a pointID and press enter. Now pick as many stakeout points as you need by using the Insert block command, create a DXF-file and import the DXF-file in GBuilder.
For more information, please see also Add-ons.
What is a DXX-file?
A DXX-file (DXF Format Extract File) is a DXF File with only block + attribute information. It is much smaller in filesize as a DXF File and can be easily imported in GBuilder. You can create a DXX file in AutoCAD by using the command: ddattext.
I am a licensed user of AutoCAD LT. Can I create a DXF-file with AutoCAD LT for GBuilder?
Yes. GBuilder supports all DXF-versions of AutoCAD, incl. AutoCAD LT and QuickCAD versions.
Which instruments supports GBuilder?
GBuilder communicates directly with Sokkia, Topcon, Leica and Nikon Total Stations and data collectors. We work hard to support other instruments as well.
How do I align design points imported from a DXF File to the datum points in the field?
GBuilder provides a linear transformation of survey points from one coordinate system to another. You can use the linear transformation to convert design points to your local construction site coordinates. When the datum points are known in both coordinate systems, you can carry out the transformation.
Can I check dimensions from a CAD drawing, that are explicitly entered by a User?
Yes. GBuilder provides a function that can detect dimensions explicitly entered by a User. These dimensions are not by default invalid, but it is possible that the real distance is not equal to the distance displayed in your design. When these dimensions are found, you can export these dimensions and interact on it at a early stage.
