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How to Move a Group in an AutoCAD Detail Component Database

Published in AutoCAD Detail Component Database 2 mins read

Moving a group node within an AutoCAD Detail Component Database is a straightforward process involving dragging and dropping within the database's editing interface.

To move a group (or subgroup or component) within a Detail Component Database in AutoCAD, you need to access the database's edit mode and manipulate the item within the hierarchical tree view.

Steps to Move a Group in a Detail Component Database

Follow these steps to relocate a group node within the database structure:

  1. Select the Database: Choose the specific database you want to modify from the "Current detail component database" list.
  2. Enter Edit Mode: Click to activate the edit mode for the selected database. This action typically makes the database structure editable.
  3. Select the Node: Identify and select the specific node you wish to move. This can be a group, subgroup, or an individual component.
  4. Drag and Drop: Click and hold the selected node, then drag it to the desired new location within the hierarchical tree view. Release the mouse button to place the node.
  • Reference Information: According to the provided information, the process is: "Select a database from the Current detail component database list. Click to enter edit mode. Select the node (group, subgroup, or component) to move, and drag it to the desired location in the hierarchical tree view."

This method is specifically for organizing the structure within the Detail Component Database feature of AutoCAD, allowing you to rearrange groups, subgroups, and components for better organization.

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