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Release Notes For Autodesk® SHP Import and Export Utility 2024 for Civil 3D®

This readme contains the latest information regarding the installation and use of this extension.

Features

The SHP Import and Export Utility 2024 for Autodesk Civil 3D provides users with the ability to exchange linear strings and COGO points with other systems that support creation and reading of SHP format files. This utility is unique in that users can control the resulting Civil 3D object appearance, style, point groups, etc. resulting in the streamlined creation of production drawings. The utility also adds property set data to imported objects resulting in a more intelligent Civil 3D model. Finally, users will benefit from a collection of general productivity enhancements that can apply to all user types and segments.

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Who Should Install This Extension?

You can apply this extension to the following Autodesk products running on all supported operating systems and languages. Be sure to install the correct extension for your software.

  • Autodesk® Civil 3D® 2024

General Installation Information

You can use the Autodesk Access application or the Product Update section at manage.autodesk.com to find and install the correct extension for your product. It is recommended that you have the latest available update to Autodesk Civil 3D 2024 applied before installation.

As you prepare to install this extension, keep the following in mind.

Previous Versions of this Extension

It is required to uninstall the any previous versions of the SHP Import and Export Utility 2024 before installing this extension.

Back Up Custom Files

It is recommended that you back up all custom CUIX, MNR, and MNL files before you apply this extension.

Administrative Privileges

During installation or uninstallation, you may be prompted for the original installation media or a network image. In order to apply this extension, you must have privileges to install and uninstall products.

Close the Application

It is required that you close Autodesk® Civil 3D® 2024 before proceeding with the installation of this extension.

Reboot

After you install, it is recommended to reboot your system even if not prompted.

About Your Product

After you install, product information is displayed in the About dialog box.

Installation Instructions

Apply This Extension to a Stand-Alone Installation

Follow these instructions to install this extension on a single computer.

  1. Download the extension and save it to any folder.
  2. Close all running Autodesk applications.
  3. Find the folder where you saved the extension and double-click the executable (.exe) file.

Apply This Extension Through a Local Network

Follow these instructions to install this extension on multiple computers using your local network.

  1. Download this extension and save it to any shared folder on your local network.
  2. Close all running Autodesk applications.
  3. Find the shared folder where you saved the extension, and double-click the executable (.exe) file.

Uninstall This Extension

This extension can be uninstalled through the Program and Features section of the Microsoft® Windows® Control Panel.

Follow these instructions to uninstall this extension on a single computer.

  1. Make sure the installation source files are available.
  2. In Windows Control Panel > Program and Features, click on the Autodesk SHP Import and Export Utility 2024 and choose the Uninstall option.
  3. In the Autodesk SHP Import and Export Utility 2024 maintenance dialog box click Yes to confirm that you want to uninstall the extension.

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