Pattern->Template; Macro-> Journal
Pattern->Template; Macro-> Journal
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Hello, I am looking for some helpful advice having to do with a couple 'hidden' or potentially going away commands in NX6. They are Pattern, and Macro.
We have been using Patterns here since 1994 (apparently), and have kept the original naming the same so that each time a part catches a revision the Updated Format automatically populates the newly saved revision. Also, we have Macros saved off to add patterns into new files, and these too have worked for quite some time.
Now, or shortly with NX6, I am wondering: What is the best way to handle inserting Formats on New Drawings and having old ones update without macros and patterns seeing as they are potentially going away?
Thanks for your time, any suggestions?
KLINE
We have been using Patterns here since 1994 (apparently), and have kept the original naming the same so that each time a part catches a revision the Updated Format automatically populates the newly saved revision. Also, we have Macros saved off to add patterns into new files, and these too have worked for quite some time.
Now, or shortly with NX6, I am wondering: What is the best way to handle inserting Formats on New Drawings and having old ones update without macros and patterns seeing as they are potentially going away?
Thanks for your time, any suggestions?
KLINE





RE: Pattern->Template; Macro-> Journal
I would switch from a macro to a Journal.
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RE: Pattern->Template; Macro-> Journal
Therefore, if your current processes depend on Macros and/or Patterns, you will be able to continue using them for at least the next couple of years and perhaps longer.
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RE: Pattern->Template; Macro-> Journal
I did try to convert my Pattern-Adding Macros to Journal files, but I was unsuccessful. They appear to run without error, but nothing happens. If you have any comments to share on creating Journals in NX6 that Add Patterns I would love to hear them.
Thanks Again,
KLINE