Importing DWG or DXF Files

• File menu > Import > Select File To Import dialog > Files Of Type drop-down list > Choose AutoCAD Drawing (*.DWG, *.DXF). > Choose a DWG or DXF file. > Click Open. > AutoCAD DWG/DXF Import Options dialog

In most cases, when using the same data with two or more different Autodesk products, it's preferable to use the File Link Manager to connect to drawing files: This lets you maintain a “live” link between the applications. However, if you prefer to do so, you can also use the Import command to bind to the drawing file immediately.

1. Choose File menu Import.
2. Choose “AutoCAD Drawing (*.DWG, *.DXF)” from the Files Of Type list.
3. Specify the file to import and click Open.
4. Set options in the AutoCAD DWG/DXF Import Options dialog.
5. Click OK to perform the import.