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Sketchup import of AutoCAD file #18530 03/11/09 04:52 PM
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Hi,

When I import an AutoCAD file into Sketchup all the layers are imported but the alpha numeric layer sort order is lost and so it becomes difficult to find layers inside Sketchup layer manager in order to turn layers on or off.

Is it possible to re sort the layers inside Sketchup to correct alpha nummeric order.

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Ken Hume


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Re: Sketchup import of AutoCAD file [Re: Ken Hume] #18535 03/11/09 08:49 PM
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Remember that Layers do not control geometry in SketchUp.

That said, push the 'name' column in the SketchUp layers tool palette and the order will flip from ascending to descending. Note that 'Layer0' will remain on top - and everything else will follow alphabetically.

If you need to sort - append the layer names with 'A-' 'B-' or '1-' '2-' '3-' etc.

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Re: Sketchup import of AutoCAD file [Re: bmike] #18558 03/12/09 06:31 PM
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Hi Mike,

Bonza - it works !

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Ken Hume


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