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Insert Object dialog does not show other option in AutoCAD

maniesh1175 — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 15:58:41 GMT

Insert object dialog box does not show other option in AutoCAD , I am attaching the image for reference.

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cadffm — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 16:19:56 GMT

And what are you missing, what are you trying?

Re: Insert Object dialog does not show other option in AutoCAD

J-Porter — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:17:43 GMT

You can attach an image using the IMAGE command. What type of image are you attempting to import?

Re: Insert Object dialog does not show other option in AutoCAD

maniesh1175 — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:29:23 GMT

I cannot find the Microsoft Excel options for inserting the spreadsheet

Re: Insert Object dialog does not show other option in AutoCAD

maniesh1175 — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:30:23 GMT

I cannot find the Microsoft Excel options for inserting the spreadsheet

Re: Insert Object dialog does not show other option in AutoCAD

cadffm — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:46:15 GMT

As OLE = Copy&Paste, often the worst choice.

As AutoCAD objects = select excel cells and copy to clipboard (CTRL+C), start pastespec in AutoCAD -> select AutoCAD Objects

As TABLE which linking to the Excel spreadsheet , start the TABLE command!

Re: Insert Object dialog does not show other option in AutoCAD

J-Porter — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 17:48:34 GMT

You can copy and paste special or your can create a data link to the Excel spreadsheet.

Copy and Paste special: Importing Excel spreadsheet tables into AutoCAD-based products | AutoCAD | Autodesk Knowledge Network
Data Link: How to Insert Excel Data Into AutoCAD - Tutorial45

They both have their own set of pros and cons.

Re: Insert Object dialog does not show other option in AutoCAD

paullimapa — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 18:10:46 GMT

strange because I have so many more options on my Insert Object Type list:

Re: Insert Object dialog does not show other option in AutoCAD

J-Porter — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 18:51:49 GMT

I believe that box is populated with the software that you have installed and that can be inserted into your drawing.

Re: Insert Object dialog does not show other option in AutoCAD

maniesh1175 — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 18:54:09 GMT

I have tried to reset AutoCAD to default and issue still persist.

Re: Insert Object dialog does not show other option in AutoCAD

J-Porter — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 18:56:04 GMT

Have you tried the Copy and Paste Special option or the Data Link option? Those are the most recommended ways to import portions of an Excel spreadsheet.

Re: Insert Object dialog does not show other option in AutoCAD

maniesh1175 — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 12:10:31 GMT

datalink command works fine

Re: Insert Object dialog does not show other option in AutoCAD

maniesh1175 — Wed, 15 Feb 2023 12:11:30 GMT

datalink command works and I can insert excel using this option. I am curious why I cannot get other option in Insert object command