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For information on scheduling repeating elements, see Attaching Property
Sets to Objects from External References on page 523.
Element Files
An element is a drawing (DWG) file. As opposed to non-project drawing files,
an additional XML file with the same name is created. The accompanying
XML file contains information to connect the drawing file to the project.
NOTE The XML file is created and updated automatically. You do not need to
edit it, but be careful not to accidentally delete it in Windows Explorer.
Converting Drawings to Elements
You can convert a drawing file into an element within a project. You specify
the subcategory into which to move or copy the source drawing.
When you convert a legacy drawing file into an element:
â– The drawing file is moved, copied, or linked to the project category you
specify.
â– You can assign a different name and add a description to the file.
Element Templates
When you create a project, you specify a default template for new elements.
For more information about project templates, see Project Support Files on
page 302.
Constructs and Elements
An element is a generic building block for multiple use. If you create a
bathroom layout as an element, you can use it on the second floor of the west
wing just as well as on the first floor of the east wing. To place the element
on a specific floor and wing, reference it into a construct. For example, you
could create an element named Generic Bathroom Layout and reference it
into constructs named First Floor, Second Floor, and Third Floor.
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