make an attribute uneditable

[f_rivaXGG6C]

I would like to know if there is a possibility to insert attributes in blocks that are not manually editable or not visible in properties.

I need this because they are attributes that have a value that updates automatically (they have a system value) and should not be edited manually in any way

ps. I use AutoCAD LT

[Brock_Olly]

Hi, 

There's currently a duplicate thread active:
https://forums.autodesk.com/t5/dynamic-blocks-forum/block-attributes/m-p/13296632#M47331
No real solution to this however.

[cadffm]

Hi,

1. NO, not ootb.

2. Extra Layer, LOCKED, as workaround for accidental manipulation. (but visible in PP)

3. By Programming (Tool) it's possible (you would create an unexpected situation, but it will work) - but visible in PP

    User would need to run ATTSYNC to mak it re-editable.

Are you talking about FIELDs (Attribute value) ?

[f_rivaXGG6C · Accepted solution]

I found a solution.

Nothing “official”

Simply had to use the visibility state and make the attribute not visible.

🎉fixed

[cadffm]

It's another workaround, yes.

Hide parameter grip and property showup, perfect for Attext and identical working tools.

but now I'm curious. What is the content of the attribute and how exactly do you get it in/from where.
That's what interests me in this case.