Thanks for the tip. If I was a smarter guy I would have used the copy functions on this forums text editor. I actually typed it in word the third time around as you can probably tell by the out of place font.
As far as the value gained by doing the layout in Pro/E goes, I guess it depends on your 2D needs. If you need an advanced 2D tool like AutoCad than there is no advantage. If you simply want to create a 2D layout of a design to figure out all of the detailsbefore the modeling process begins than Pro/E's 2D system is fine. It also has the advantage of being Pro/E, which means only one Cad tool is needed to perform both 2D and 3D work. Much of the functionality between the two systems is the same (Although the 2D sketcher is not parametric of course). There are some other interesting things that can be done in Pro/E's 2D land as well, such as incorporating 2D sketches on a Pro/E part or assembly in a drawing. There have been several occasions where I wanted to sketch on a 3D drawing (for concept purposes only). In pro/E I simply create the 3D views I am after and then add the 2D geometry. I admit that this is not common but sometimes I find it useful. More often in this case I want to modify the 3D geometry. When this is the scenario then I will simply create a dxf of the 3D drawing and then import the dxf file into the 2D drawing I am working on. Again, with everything being done in Pro/E the file transfers are always quick and easy. I admit it may not be for everyone, but I have found that Pro/E's 2D system works well for my needs. I have created countless 2D concept drawings in Pro/E over the years. About the only time I ever open AutoCad anymore is to access the AutoCad DB we still have.
Sorry this is so wordy. I never have been any good at simplifying a point.
