FAQs

This section answers some of the most frequently asked questions about using the Design Automation API.

Can I Specify Additional Files Related to a DWG File?

Plot styles (CTB/STB), fonts (SHX), raster images (GIF, TIFF, ...) along with other files related to a drawing file can be included as regular input files with the use of the “xref tree syntax”. The following is an example of including a custom CTB file named aces_test.ctb:

"InputArguments": [
  {
    "Resource": "{\"UserId\":null,
                  \"Version\":0,
                  \"Resource\":\"https://s3.amazonaws.com/AutoCAD-Core-Engine-Services/TestDwg/aces_test.dwg\",
                  \"LocalFileName\":\"aces_test.dwg\",
                  \"RelatedFiles\":[{\"UserId\":null,
                                     \"Version\":0,
                                     \"Resource\":
                                     \"https://s3.amazonaws.com/AutoCAD-Core-Engine-Services/TestDwg/aces_test.ctb\",
                                     \"LocalFileName\":\"aces_test.ctb\",
                                     \"RelatedFiles\":[]}
                                   ]}",
    "Name": "HostDwg",
    "ResourceKind": "RemoteFileResource"
   }
],
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Can Multiple DLL Files Be Included in a Package?

Yes, multiple DLL files can be included when a new package is created.

Can a Folder on the User’s Local Drive be Specified As Part of the Output Arguments for a Workitem Request?

No, only locations on a remote server can be specified as part of the Output arguments.

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Can Multiple DLL Files Be Included in a Package?

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