To Import a Field Book File

Enter data into your drawing and survey database by importing an existing field book file.

Note: In the Import Settings, clear the Process Linework check box when you are importing . fbk files created from the Survey Data Collection Link application because Linework Code Set definitions may not be recognized. However, the figure commands created using the Survey Data Collection Link are recognized.

Tutorial Exercise: Importing Field-Coded Survey Data

Tip: You can also use the Import Survey Data wizard to import field book files.

To import a field book file from a network

  1. In Toolspace, on the Survey tab, expand the Networks collection and right-click the network to which you want to import the field book.
  2. Click Import Import Field Book.
  3. In the Field Book Filename (.FBK) dialog box browse to the field book that you want to import. Click Open.
  4. In the Import Field Book dialog box, modify settings as required.