To import DWG data

Import two-dimensional line data with level from AutoCAD files. You can not import blocks. Only the geometry is imported.

Note: For working between InfraWorks 360 and AutoCAD Civil 3D, we recommend using the enhanced data exchange workflow. See About exchanging data with AutoCAD Civil 3D.

To import DWG data:

1. Follow the general import instructions.
2. On the Data Source Configuration screen, on the Common tab, specify the type of data represented by the DWG geometry.
3. Map the DWG properties to the attributes that appear when you specify the type.

   You can indicate that lineweight represents a particular attribute, such as pipe size. You can also indicate the level of the lines (if applicable) by mapping to an attribute or using an expression.

   You can not map a rule directly to an AutoCAD line property. Instead, use a style rule. For example, if you map the Type attribute to lineweight or colour, you can then specify a style that maps to lines of a particular lineweight or colour. See To define style rules.

4. On the Geo Location tab, specify a co-ordinate system.

   AutoCAD data is not geo-referenced, so you must provide the proper co-ordinate system.

5. On the Source tab, specify how to drape the data and whether to convert closed polylines to polygons.

   You'll generally get better results if you select Convert Closed Polylines to Polygons.

6. You can optionally add a tooltip. For more information, see Create Tooltips During Data Import.