When you import an IFC file, drawing files are created that correspond to each part of the IFC project structure. The files are xrefed together into a main host file that represents the entire IFC file.
The import process also creates a LOG file which contains object and geographic location information. This file is stored in the same location as the imported IFC file. IFC files can be imported into a project or as standalone drawings.
When you import an IFC file, you specify a name for the drawing that is being created from the IFC file. This drawing contains xrefs only. During the import process, the following occurs:
If the IFC file is imported as… | Then… |
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a project | the IfcBuilding name is used with the name of the project. Note: The project name specified in the Export to IFC dialog box is used as the IfcBuilding name. This is noticeable if you are importing an IFC file that originated in AutoCAD Architecture.
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standalone drawings | the drawing is created with the original project name appended. |