Importing shape files

[micah]

How do you import shape files into a Autocad drawing? I want to bring in shape files from a GIS application into Autocad and I can't find a command that allows me to do that.

[Exxit]

Hi micah,

maybe You know somebody with ACAD Map...

If not: http://www.guthcad.com.au/

Lothar

[micah]

I have Autocad Map and I would like to know how you import shape files into this program. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.

[TCARPENTER]

Hi micah,

At the command line "Shape" and follow the bouncing ball

HTH
Todd

[micah]

I want to import a file called an Autocad compiled shape file. When I use the Autocad Map and the "import map file" command, I do not have the option of importing this file type. The only file type that is similar is denoted as ESRI shape file.

I also followed the instruction posted earlier that I should type shape, and I received the command enter shape name. I then entered the location and name of the file and nothing happened. Does anyone else have any suggestions they can offer?

[TCARPENTER]

:oops:
Hi micah,

Sorry, I forgot to tell you to use "load" first. This will open a standard dialog box for openening files, and then after you select your file you can use the shape command.

HTH
Todd

[csiarch]

The file will most likely have an .SHX extension so don't confuse it with a compiled shape font file, which carries the same extension.

Hope I didn't insult your intelligence..... :oops: