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Blocks - Formula with manually entered values

asikora_frazedesign
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Blocks - Formula with manually entered values

asikora_frazedesign
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I have made some amazing complex blocks in the past but I am having real trouble getting a block with a simple formula to update automatically.

 

I want a block where I can enter a value in the properties tab or by double clicking the block and having the parameters dialog box open up. I then want to enter a #.  I then want another location in the block to update with the formula X/.2 and spit out a # (X being the value entered in the properties).

 

I have tried with a user variable and link 2 attributes to this.  The first attribute just had a formula = User Variable, the second had the formula = User Variable/(.2).  I can then sometimes get the First attribute to update but not the second one.  Other times if I edit the block and then exit it everything updates. 

 

Does anyone have any suggestions?  I do not feel this should be that hard for such a simple formula. 

 

 

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dbroad
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If you want help, post a sample. This seems like an AutoCAD, dynamic block, or customization issue based on the exact situation, not an AutoCAD Architecture issue.

Architect, Registered NC, VA, SC, & GA.

leothebuilder
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Are you familiar with Multi View blocks and Property Set Definitions?

If yes, in the property set definition, add a manual property where you can enter the number on the properties palette.

Add an automatic property set definition and insert a formula that uses the manual property number and divides that by 0.2

 

If your block is a dynamic block or static block you can probably achieve the same via attributes and formulas.

 

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