Automatic Sheet Notes Dynamic Block & Schedule

[JenGrover]

I currently have AutoCAD LT 2022.

I was wondering if there was a way to create a "smart" Keyed/Sheet Notes dynamic block with an associated schedule (table preferably). Basically, have a dynamic block having a note number and a description. Then, create a table to list all instances of the block (combining duplicates). Then, organizing the table by note number, having the associated note description next to the number.

The idea is similar to Revit's Keynoting feature. I think it would be cool to have automatic keynoting instead of having to manually add/edit keyed notes. That way, I would only have to enter notes once (on the plan view), then the table updates automatically. Also, I would also like to have similar note numbers to have the same description. For example: Keynote "01" has the description "Electrical outlet. See electrical plans for additional information.". All other blocks with Keynote "01" should have the same description.

Below is a sample image of what I would like:

[Libbya]

AutoCAD Architecture has a keynoting feature like you describe.  

[JenGrover]

Unfortunately, I can't afford Architecture at the moment. I can only afford LT right now. I wish I had other options, but I'm trying to make do with what I have.

Also, I forgot to mention this, but I also want to avoid using LISPS and MACROS. I don't have a great understanding of code just yet to effectively use those.

[pendean · Accepted solution]

Can you afford REVITLT? I believe it has what you seek as well, since it appears you know your way around REVIT.

In AutoCADLT there is nothing built-in to give you that ability OOTB: you need some intelligence/coding behind that (not present in LT) or you need to set up a full series of pre-written notes that you manually associate with prewritten tables/blocks to combine together, whether that is a series of dynamic blocks you diligently toggle through each and every time, or static blocks you insert/explore through a Toolpalette from a template.

yes, it is all very manual indeed: part of the discount when you committed to the LT version of AutoCAD.

How would you like to proceed? Folks in this forum can guide you through the Dynamic Blocks option if you create the predefined content for them ahead of time then share.

[JenGrover]

I might be able to afford Revit LT. I'll take a look into that to see if it will be worth it.

If Revit LT isn't going to work for me for whatever reason, I'll just stick with going manual for notes until I can afford the more advanced program(s).

Thank you for your help.