COMPONENT DESCRIPTIONS TRICK

When inserting components I like to take advantage of a set of standard descriptions, being that I am not an avid fan of typing. I take advantage of a file called "wd_desc.wdd".

It is a simple text file which I can edit to store my most commonly used descriptions via AutoCAD Electrical for future use.

To add entries via AutoCAD Electrical, first "insert component" then under "descriptions" select "defaults". Now the "new entry" dialog box appears:











You will then be able to edit the file via notepad. Optionally, my favoriteway, you can select "edit file", and you will be able to edit the file via notepad:












There it is a way to keep from typing, now you can concentrate on designing, not naming components.

Cheers, feel free to provide me with any comments and see you at PDMS in a couple of weeks.