Automated Drawing Tool Not Working with Templates

[jordan783ZS]

When I use the "Automatic" mode for creating a drawing of a part with "From Scratch" as the template the system works as expected, but when I use an actual template the output page ends up being completely blank except for the title block. The part isn't even in the tree for the drawing.

[jhackney1972]

I cannot replicate your issue.  I am using a custom template I create over 2 years ago and the Automatic drawing function works as advertised.  You could attach your drawing template and the Forum users could check it out.

[ClintBrown3D · Accepted solution]

Hi @jordan783ZS 

Does your template contain placeholder views? If so, the automation will treat it like a “Smart Template” & ignore any automations. 

to check, open your template, delete all sheets (except the first one), delete ALL browser nodes and placeholder views. Save this template (give it a new name for automations). 

EDIT: Have a look here for more info on templates.

[jordan783ZS]

Ah that would explain it, our template does indeed have placeholder views in it. However, doesn't having no nodes also mean that we won't be able to include things like a parts list in the template?

[ClintBrown3D · Accepted solution]

Hi @jordan783ZS 

For Drawing Automation, you set this up in document settings, there is a new "Automation" tab.