Data Shortcuts Workflow

Follow these steps for each new data shortcut project.

Set up the project data		Select the appropriate project template, then create a project folder within the working folder.
Set up the data shortcuts folder		Designate the new project folder as the active data shortcuts folder. Save project drawings in the appropriate subfolders of the project folder.
Create data shortcuts		Open each design drawing and create shortcuts for any objects to be shared with other drawings. Watch video: Create Data Shortcuts (1 minute 45 seconds)
Create object references		Create read-only references to specific objects in other drawings, which are known as consumer drawings.
Validate data shortcuts		Periodically validate shortcuts and repair any broken references.