If a DWG file does not import as expected into Giza, provide this article to the architect or AutoCAD user who provided you the DWG file. These are some of the more common steps that the support team performs in AutoCAD to correct various import issues.
1. Make a copy of the DWG file so that the original is kept as-is and not altered by any of these steps. Then provide the modified DWG to the Giza user. The best way to create this file is to use the command EXPORTTOAUTOCAD. This will create a copy of the file and will automatically convert AEC objects and bind XREF files together. This one command will fix a majority of the issues we see. Reopen the Exported DWG file and then review the remaining items below.
2. Switch to Model Space if currently in a layout or paper space view. Giza will only import objects and layers as seen in model space. Make sure the model space layout is the desired file you are attempting to share.
3. Bind all external reference drawings (Xrefs). The Giza application can only import what is contained in a single DWG file.
4. Unlock all layers.
5. Any layers currently frozen set to off instead.
6. Run the AUDIT command to detect and fix any errors in the file.
7. Run the PURGE command and perform a Purge All of the file.
8. Set all layer lineweights to the Default value.
9. Run the command SETBYLAYER for ALL objects answering Yes to change ByBlock to ByLayer and Yes
to Include Blocks.
10. EXPLODE any Architectural Block elements (AEC Objects) such as walls, doors, and windows.
Giza: AutoCAD DWG file prep guide
