The 'Data manager' tab within the 'Multi-Edit Structure' window allows you to import custom asset data for structures in your design.
Step 1: Create a new Excel document
Step 2: Type “Structure” in cell A1
Step 3: In Row 1 insert all properties that you would like to be associated with each structure
Please note: When adding properties, make sure the following rules apply:
• Properties cannot start with a number
• Properties cannot already exist within the asset data
• Properties can contain spaces
Step 4: In Column A insert all structure names to which custom data will be added
When you are referring a structure in the document, you should follow the same naming convention as your model in order for the changes to be applied correctly.
Step 5: Add the relevant information for each property
Step 6: Save the file in a CSV format
Step 7: Open your design, launch Lineardraft, and click 'Multi-Edit' in the 'Structures' section of the Lineardraft toolbar
This will open the 'Multi-Edit Structure' window automatically on the 'Data manager' tab.
Step 8: Click 'Import' and locate your CSV file
Once located, select it and click 'Open' to import your data. Your properties will appear in the window.
Step 9: Press 'Update'
This will close the 'Multi-Edit Structure' window and apply the asset data to your design.
Once complete, your custom asset data is viewable in the MicroStation 'Properties' tab.
