Referencing symbols from one file to another didn't get improved much in 2008. Here's how I'd like to see it improved:
1. OIP INFO
The Object Information Palette does not identify referenced symbols as such. These objects should clearly be distinguished as a separate object type: Symbol - Referenced when selected. The symbol name should also be in italics, like it is in the Resource Browser. The source file should be listed at the bottom of the OIP, like it is for viewport references.
2. SYMBOL DISPLAY
There is currently no way to visually distinguish a referenced symbol from an inserted symbol in the drawing area. How about a chain icon at the insertion point when selected.
3. DOUBLE CLICK
The old dumb feedback The Selection is Locked should be replaced by a dialog offering two options: Edit Source File, Break Reference & Edit
4. RIGHT CLICK
Add the menu item Update to allow manual updating of symbol references.
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Chris D
Referencing symbols from one file to another didn't get improved much in 2008. Here's how I'd like to see it improved:
1. OIP INFO
The Object Information Palette does not identify referenced symbols as such. These objects should clearly be distinguished as a separate object type: Symbol - Referenced when selected. The symbol name should also be in italics, like it is in the Resource Browser. The source file should be listed at the bottom of the OIP, like it is for viewport references.
2. SYMBOL DISPLAY
There is currently no way to visually distinguish a referenced symbol from an inserted symbol in the drawing area. How about a chain icon at the insertion point when selected.
3. DOUBLE CLICK
The old dumb feedback The Selection is Locked should be replaced by a dialog offering two options: Edit Source File, Break Reference & Edit
4. RIGHT CLICK
Add the menu item Update to allow manual updating of symbol references.
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