dgnquickv7

Users Guide

DgnQuickPickSave time while working with multiple design files!

Version 2.2 (for MicroStation/J and earlier)

Axiom1805 Drew StreetClearwater, Florida 33765727-442-7774 voice727-442-8344 [email protected]

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This document was last modified on 11 August 2007 3:58 PM.

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before you rely on it. Should the program prove defective, you (and not the seller normanufacturer) assume the entire cost of all necessary servicing, repair or correction. Anyliability of seller or manufacturer of this software will be limited exclusively to product

replacement or refund of the purchase price. Venue for the resolution of any disputerelated to this license or the use of this product shall be Pinellas County, Florida.

MicroStation is a registered trademark of Bentley Systems, Incorporated.DgnQuickPick is a trademark of Axiom.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction--------------------------------------------------------------------- 5Tabbed file lists and the DgnQuickPick model tree ---------------------------------------------5

Features and Benefits --------------------------------------------------------------------------6

Chapter 2 Installation----------------------------------------------------------------------- 7Before You Install ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7Typical Installation from CD -----------------------------------------------------------------------7Congratulations------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14

Chapter 3 Uninstalling --------------------------------------------------------------------15Uninstalling Axiom products --------------------------------------------------------------------- 15

Chapter 4 Quick Start ---------------------------------------------------------------------16Quick Start Objectives----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16Prerequisites ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16Demonstration Version ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16Tutorial #1 Populate your DgnQuickPick tree from a directory ------------------------- 16Tutorial # 2 Understanding the DgnQuickPick tree---------------------------------------- 19Tutorial #3 Removing files from the tree --------------------------------------------------- 20Congratulations!------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 21

Chapter 5 Using DgnQuickPick --------------------------------------------------------22Starting DgnQuickPick ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22The DgnQuickPick File Tree --------------------------------------------------------------- 23The DgnQuickPick tabbed list -------------------------------------------------------------- 23Load DgnQuickPick File List -------------------------------------------------------------- 24Add a File ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24Remove a File--------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24Settings ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24Right-click menu ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 25

Chapter 6 Settings -------------------------------------------------------------------------26The Settings window ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 26

The File Menu -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26General Category----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27On Startup settings ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 28Load DgnQuickPick File Tree -------------------------------------------------------------- 28Load DgnQuickPick tabbed list ------------------------------------------------------------ 28Both -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 28Key-in commands ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 29Automatically execute key-in commands when file is opened. ------------------------ 29

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Chapter 7 Troubleshooting--------------------------------------------------------------30Frequently asked questions about DgnQuickPick --------------------------------------------- 30

Is there a limit to the number of tabs that can be added to the tree or tabbed list? -- 30

Chapter 8 Well Make (Almost) Any Enhancements You Want---------------31We welcome your suggestions ------------------------------------------------------------------- 31

Chapter 9 New Features and Fixes ---------------------------------------------------322.2a 11 August 2007 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 322.1a 31 May 2007 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 322.0a 30 March 2007 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 321.3a 09 January 2007--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 331.2b 31 August 2006 --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 331.2a 26 May 2006 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 331.1a 8 April 2006 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 331.0a 13 January 2006--------------------------------------------------------------------------- 33

Chapter 1 Introduction Page 5

Chapter 1 Introduction

Tabbed file lists and the DgnQuickPick model treeDgnQuickPick allows MicroStation users to easily navigate between files during aMicroStation session. Instead of relying on MicroStations File | Open... functionalityMicroStation users can use a tabbed list or a Windows Explorer style Tree to chose filenames and navigate easily from one to another.

DgnQuickPick borrows the popular tab functionality found in programs like MicrosoftExcel and Mozillas Firefox web browser. Users familiar with these programs can nowenjoy a similar functionality in MicroStation!

DgnQuickPick also utilizes a Windows Explorer style interface to provide users theability to browse to a specific file in their file lists.

DgnQuickPicks tabbed file list interface

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The DgnQuickPick file tree interface.

Features and Benefits

1. Easily navigate through project design files with the click of a mouse.

2. Create tabbed lists from file lists saved as text files.

3. Attach any project files as references instantly to your active file.

4. Detach reference files instantly by clicking on their tab.

5. Execute key-in commands automatically after a file is opened.

6. Display nested reference files in DgnQuickPicks tree view.

7. Open any file type (for example: .pdf, .doc, .xls) automatically.

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Chapter 2 Installation

Before You InstallThis chapter will walk you through a typical Axiom product installation. Theseinstructions apply to both MicroStation V7 and V8. V7 products are used in theexamples.

To install one or more Axiom products, you need:

The latest Axiom product CD; and A license file on floppy disk for the product(s) you are about to install.

Please shut down all MicroStation sessions on your computer before continuing.

Typical Installation from CD1. Insert the Axiom product CD into your CD drive.

2. The dialog box below should come up automatically. This may take a few momentsdepending on computer and CD drive speed.

CONDITIONAL: In some cases Windows is set to suppress auto-running executables.If the installation process does not begin automatically when you insert the CD, you willneed to start the process manually. From the Windows Start Menu, choose Run... andtype in the following:D:\Setup.exewhere D is your CD drive letter.

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3. Click the button and the first installation dialog box (below) will appear.

4. Select MicroStation V7 or MicroStation V8 and click .

5. Choose which type of installation you want to perform. The Typical installation isbest for most situations and asks the user to make very few decisions.


6. These instructions will describe only the Typical installation path. ChooseTypical and click .

7. Choose the license file for this installation. Place the floppy disk that came with thisinstallation CD into your floppy drive now.

8. Choose I have a floppy disk from Axiom. and click .Although you have already selected the MicroStation family (V7 or V8) for whichyou want to install Axiom tools, it is common for one computer to have more thanone instance of MicroStation installed on it. For example, you might have twoversions of MicroStation/J installed (07.01.04.16 and 07.02.04.20). You must choosewhich of the two you want to associate your Axiom tools with.

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9. Highlight the version of MicroStation you want to associate the Axiom tools with andclick .


Since this is a Typical installation, all programs for which an Axiom license wasfound will already be checked-on to be installed. Other items that are alsoautomatically checked-on for installation are the product Users Guides, individualproduct sample files and Axioms MicroStation pull-down menu.

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10. To proceed with default selections click .Youve now completed the Pre-Setup.

11. Click to proceed with the installation.


12. The button is grayed-out unless you accept the agreement.

If you accept the license and click , the installation will begin. You can click at any time to abort the installation.

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13. This is the final dialog box. It shows that the installation is complete. By default theView Readme.pdf option is toggled on and will display the Readme.pdf documentwhen you click .

CongratulationsThats it! You have successfully completed the installation of your Axiom tools.

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Chapter 3 Uninstalling

Uninstalling Axiom productsAxiom products can be uninstalled easily through the Windows Start Menu.

1. Go to , Programs | Axiom.

2. Select Uninstall V7 products or Uninstall V8 products depending on the productsyou want to uninstall.

3. Choose Select all. or Select components to uninstall. If you choose Selectcomponents to uninstall. then each product in the list can be manually checked orunchecked. This allows for any combination of products to be uninstalled. Onlyinstalled products will be shown in the list.

Note: At the bottom of the list of products you also have the option to uninstall sampledesign files, users guides and even the Axiom pulldown menu.

4. Once youve made your selections, click the button to complete theuninstall process.

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Chapter 4 Quick Start

Quick Start ObjectivesThe purpose of this Quick Start is to introduce you to the basic features of DgnQuickPickso that you can immediately use the program.

This Quick Start should take less than 1 hour for all steps; however, you can do thetutorials that apply to your specific needs in less time.

Prerequisites1. MicroStation SE or J.

2. DgnQuickPick must be installed on your computer. You can verify this by selectingthe Axiom menu from MicroStations main menu bar, then select DgnQuickPick. IfDgnQuickPick does not load, follow the instructions in the Installation section ofyour DgnQuickPick Users Guide.

3. You will need the sample files that are delivered with DgnQuickPick. Depending onyour installation, these files are usually found in the DgnQuickPick sample folderwhich, by default, will be found here:c:\Program Files\Axiom\V7\DgnQuick\sample\

Demonstration VersionThe demonstration version of DgnQuickPick will work with design files up to 100kilobytes and expires on a specific date. Until the time of expiration, you can useDgnQuickPick to become familiar with its features.

Tutorial #1 Populate your DgnQuickPick tree from adirectory

1. Open the DgnQuickPick sample file MyFile1.dgn in MicroStation. It will mostlikely be located inc:\Program Files\Axiom\V7\DgnQuick\sample\

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2. Select DgnQuickPick from the Axiom menu. You will see the DgnQuickPick FilesList window. By default, your active file will be selected.

3. Click the button.

4. The Choose Files to Process dialog will appear.

5. Click the Browse for Files button.

6. In the Files of type option change this from MicroStation files to All files.

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7. Select all of the files in your \dgnquick\sample\ directory.

8. Click when all the files have been selected.

9. Click in the Choose Files to Process dialog.

10. In the DgnQuickPick Files List click

11. The DgnQuickPick tree will be loaded.


Tutorial # 2 Understanding the DgnQuickPick treeDgnQuickPick displays files and models in a hierarchy where all models and theirrespective reference files are displayed.

1. File names are always displayd highest in the heirarchy.

2. Reference files, attached to the file, will be displayed next.

3. Read-only files display with a lock icon on top of the design file icon.

4. 3D files will display with a cube icon on top of the design model icon.

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Tutorial #3 Removing files from the treeThis tutorial will show you how to remove file tabs from your DgnQuickPick tree.

1. Ensure that MyFile2.dgn is the active file (and thus the active design file.)

2. Click the Remove a Single File button.


3. Double click on the text inside Myfile2.dgn.

4. You will see the file removed from the DgnQuickPick Tree.

Congratulations!You have completed the Quick Start for DgnQuickPick!

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Chapter 5 Using DgnQuickPick

Starting DgnQuickPickYou can select DgnQuickPick from the Axiom pull-down menu on MicroStationsmenu bar.

Or you can load DgnQuickPick by keying in an mdl load command on theMicroStation command line. You need to add the path to DgnQuick.ma for yourinstallation. For example (all on one line):

mdl load c:\program files\axiom\v7\DgnQuick\DgnQuick.maAfter loading DgnQuickPick you will see the DgnQuickPick Files List dialog. Thisdialog box allows you to select the files to be loaded in your DgnQuickPick tree or yourDgnQuickPick tabbed list.

Clicking the button will display the Choose Files to Process dialog. For moreinformation, please see the Choose Files to Process chapter.

Clicking the button will unload the DgnQuickPick Files List dialog anddisplay the DgnQuickPick tree or DgnQuickPick tabbed list without loading any files.

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The DgnQuickPick File TreeBy default, DgnQuickPick loads using the DgnQuickPick File Tree. From the Tree youcan browse through and select any file that was selected with the DgnQuickPick FilesList window. Just click on the file name and DgnQuickPick will automatically open thatfile. The Tree also displays any reference files that are attached to your files.

The DgnQuickPick tabbed list

After the files to be displayed are specified, DgnQuickPick can also be loaded as adockable tabbed list.

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Load DgnQuickPick File List

Click the Load DgnQuickPick File List button to load the DgnQuickPick File Listdialog.

Add a File

Clicking the Add a File button allows you to add individual files to your DgnQuickPicktree or tabbed list. After clicking the button, you must double-click on an element in thefile you wish to add. This will add either your active file or any reference files attached toyour active file that are loaded in your tree or tabbed list.

Remove a File

Clicking the Remove a File button allows you to remove files from your DgnQuickPicktree or tabbed list. After clicking the button, you must double-click on an element in thefile you wish to remove. This can remove either your active file or any reference filesattached to your active file that are loaded in your tree or tabbed list.

Settings

Clicking the Settings button will display DgnQuickPicks settings.

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Right-click menuRight-click on any file in tab or tree view to see a menu including some or all of thefollowing choices:

OpenSame as left-clicking on the file. Opens it in the appropriate application.

Attach As ReferenceAttaches that file as a new attachment to the active file.

Detach ReferenceThis will detach this reference attachment from the active file. Only enabled when right-clicking on a reference attachment of the active file.

Execute Key-inExecute the key-in defined in DgnQuickPicks Key-in command to execute on each filesettings under . Only applies to the active Only enabled when right-clicking on areference attachment of the active file.

Remove ItemRemove this file from DgnQuickPicks file list.

Explorer (submenu)Choose from the same menu of choices that you would see if you right-clicked on thatfile in Windows Explorer! For example, check the files properties or copy it to yourclipboard.

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Chapter 6 Set tings

The Settings window

Clicking the button will make the DgnQuickPick Settings window.

The File Menu

The File pull-down menu on the top bar of the Settings dialog allows you to saveseveral sets of options and recall options that were previously saved.

Load SettingsThe Load settings... option allows you to load previously saved settings files.

Save SettingsThe Save settings option allows you to save your current selections to a previouslynamed ini file.

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Save Settings As...Use Save Settings As... to save your current selections with a filename of your choice.

Restore Factory DefaultsThis clears all settings to their factory default state. Factory default settings are thesettings most likely to give a good result.

General Category

DgnQuickPick Settings General category

Automatically load the previously used file list

Turn this option on to automatically load the files that you loaded the last timeDgnQuickPick was loaded.

Display reference files in tabbed list.

Turning this option on will display reference files in your tabbed list.

Dont warn when trying to open unknown file types.When trying to open files from DgnQuickPick which windows does not recognize (basedon their extension) DgnQuickPick will warn you that youve tried to open an unknowntype of file. If you dont want to see this warning message, check this setting on.

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On Startup settings

DgnQuickPick Settings On Startup category

Load DgnQuickPick File TreeThis option is on by default and causes the DgnQuickPick tree to load after selecting thefiles you wish to have access to.

Load DgnQuickPick tabbed listTurning this option on will cause the DgnQuickPick tabbed list to load after selecting thefiles you wish to have access to

BothTurning this option on will cause both the tabbed list and tree to load at the same time.

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Key-in commands

These settings allow users to apply key-in commands to a file or reference after it isopened when the name is clicked on in the tree or tabbed list.

To execute multiple key-in commands can use a semicolon to separate each command.

For example, if someone wanted to open their files and perform a fit view action in view1, they would use:

fit view extended;selview 1

Automatically execute key-in commands when file is opened.

Turning on this option will execute a key-in command when each file is opened.

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Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

Frequently asked questions about DgnQuickPick

Is there a limit to the number of tabs that can be added to the treeor tabbed list?

No, currently there is no limitation to the number of tabs that can be added.

The demonstration version is limited to five tabs.

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Chapter 8 We ll Make (Almost) AnyEnhancements You Want

We welcome your suggestionsDgnQuickPick is a very powerful program. Nonetheless, we realize that you, a skilledand creative MicroStation user, will think of ways in which it can be improved. We inviteyou to tell us your ideas.

For ten years weve listened to you, the skilled MicroStation professional, and haveimplemented the features youve requested. Every widely acclaimed product weve everdeveloped, including FileFixer, evolved in this manner.

Wed like to make DgnQuickPick perform every function you could ever imagine such aproduct being able to do. We intend to make you such a satisfied AxiomProduct customerthat you cant wait for the next user group meeting so you can tell your friends andassociates how much you like AxiomProduct and how strongly you recommend it.

Your suggestions on how to improve DgnQuickPick are most welcome. You may emailyour suggestions to [email protected], or call us.

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Chapter 9 New Features and Fixes

2.2a 11 August 2007New! Now you have access to Windows Explorer's right-click menu from insideDgnQuickPick! To use it, right-click on a file in tab or tree view and choose theExplorer submenu.

New! Added flyover message for each file in the tree view. This displays

File name + path File Type Modified Last Modified By File Size

Changed the behavior of the General setting Automatically load the previously used filelist. In the previous version of DgnQuickPick, it was not fully automatic users had toconfirm the list of files when DgnQuickPick started. Now this confirmation has beenremoved so the option is truly fully automatic.

We now notify the user when he tries to open a file that has no associated program inWindows. There's also a new option to disable this warning box. Users that want to openthis file anyway can right-click on it in DgnQuickPick and choose Open fromDgnQuickPicks Explorer submenu, after which Windows will ask the user how theywant to open the file.

Added many hotkeys throughout DgnQuickPick.

2.1a 31 May 2007DgnQuickPick now supports all file types, not just MicroStation design files. This meansthat all files related to a project (DWG, PDF, XLS, DOC, etc.) can now be launched, withthe appropriate program, using DgnQuickPick. This works in both Tree and Tabbedviews.

2.0a 30 March 2007Added the entirely new Tree style interface. Now users can use the familiar Tab styleinterface, the new Tree style or both.

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The DgnQuickPick windows (Tab or Tree view) can now be moved outside theMicroStation window, which was previously only possible in MicroStation XM.

DgnQuickPick now has an option (on by default) to store your last-used file list and re-load it the next time it is run.

1.3a 09 January 2007DgnQuickPick now gives users the ability to automatically add reference files to theirtabbed lists. Also supports one level of nested references at a time.

1.2b 31 August 2006DgnQuickPicks file lists now support wildcard characters and configuration variables.

1.2a 26 May 2006Now, a reference files saved view is retained when it is opened via a tab.

Hotkeys have been added throughout DgnQuickPick.

1.1a 8 April 2006It is now possible to save your DgnQuickPick settings! Settings are stored in the filedgnquick.ini by default.

Fixed a memory leak reported by one customer.

1.0a 13 January 2006This is the initial release of DgnQuickPick. The major features are:

1. Easily navigate through project design files with the click of a mouse.

2. Create tabbed lists from file lists saved as text files.

3. Attach any project files as references instantly to your active file.

4. Detach reference files instantly by clicking on their tab.

5. Execute key-in commands instantly once a file is opened.

IntroductionTabbed file lists and the DgnQuickPick model treeFeatures and Benefits

InstallationBefore You InstallTypical Installation from CDCongratulations

UninstallingUninstalling Axiom products

Quick StartQuick Start ObjectivesPrerequisitesDemonstration VersionTutorial #1 Populate your DgnQuickPick tree froTutorial # 2 Understanding the DgnQuickPick treTutorial #3 Removing files from the treeCongratulations!

Using DgnQuickPickStarting DgnQuickPickThe DgnQuickPick File TreeThe DgnQuickPick tabbed listLoad DgnQuickPick File ListAdd a FileRemove a FileSettingsRight-click menuOpenAttach As ReferenceDetach ReferenceExecute Key-inRemove ItemExplorer (submenu)

SettingsThe Settings windowThe File MenuLoad SettingsSave SettingsSave Settings As...Restore Factory Defaults

General CategoryAutomatically load the previously used file listDisplay reference files in tabbed list.Dont warn when trying to open unknown file types

On Startup settingsLoad DgnQuickPick File TreeLoad DgnQuickPick tabbed listBothKey-in commandsAutomatically execute key-in commands when file is opened.

TroubleshootingFrequently asked questions about DgnQuickPickIs there a limit to the number of tabs that can be added to the tree or tabbed list?

Well Make \(Almost\) Any Enhancements You WWe welcome your suggestions

New Features and Fixes2.2a 11 August 20072.1a 31 May 20072.0a 30 March 20071.3a 09 January 20071.2b 31 August 20061.2a 26 May 20061.1a 8 April 20061.0a 13 January 2006

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