To Add Subassembly PKT Files to a Tool Palette

To access the subassemblies that are included in the AutoCAD Civil 3D 2018.2 Update, add them a tool palette by importing them.

To import subassembly PKT files

  1. In the Toolspace, on the Toolbox tab, expand AutoCAD Civil 3D 2018 Update 2 AutoCAD Civil 3D Subassemblies. Double-click Import Civil 3D Subassemblies to display the Import Subassemblies dialog box.
  2. In the Import Subassemblies dialog box, click the browse button , and navigate to the location of the PKT files.

    The PKT files are installed by default to Imperial and Metric folders in the following location:

    C:\ProgramData\Autodesk\C3D 2018\enu\2018.2 Update Subassemblies\

    Note: On some computers, the ProgramData folder may not be visible. For more information about viewing the ProgramData folder, see the following section.
  3. Open either the Imperial or Metric folder and select all of the PKT files you want to add to the tool palette. Click Open.
  4. In the Import Subassemblies dialog box, ensure that the Tool Palette check box is selected in the lower part of the Import Subassemblies dialog box.
  5. Click the tool palette list, scroll to the bottom of the list of tool palettes, and select Create New Palette.
  6. In the New Tool Palette dialog box, enter a name for the new palette and click OK.
  7. Optionally select the Catalog Library/My Imported Tools check box to add the subassemblies to the My Imported Tools catalog in the Content Browser.
  8. Click OK.

To view the ProgramData folder

  1. Open the Windows Control Panel and click the Appearance and Personalization link.
  2. Under Folder Options or File Explorer Options, click Show Hidden Files and Folders.
  3. In the dialog box that is displayed, select Show Hidden Files, Folders, and Drives. Click OK.
Parent topic: Subassemblies Included in the AutoCAD Civil 3D 2018.2 Update