Title Block Properties vs Attributes?

[LaurieSnowdon]

Hello,

We're considering using Vault in the near future, and I came across this link in the knowledge network:

https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/vault-products/learn-explore/caas/CloudHelp/cloudhelp/2020/EN...

Does anyone know what this means:

"Use Title Block Properties Instead of Attributes

Autodesk recommends that you use properties with your title blocks instead of attributes. Vault mapping is most reliable with AutoCAD title block properties."

This seems to suggest that you shouldn't use attributes (prompted text entry) in your title blocks. But I don't quite follow how you would substitute properties, as the two are neither mutually exclusive nor equivalent. Attributes, I believe are one type of property, are they not? Or is this statement talking about something completely different?

Just looking for some insight. 

Cheers,

Laurie Snowdon

[cbenner · Accepted solution]

@LaurieSnowdon 

Hi, Laurie.  I believe that what this is referring to is the use of AutoCAD File Properties, which are then mapped to Vault properties.  The file properties can be existing, or custom created.  They are found on the FILE pull down menu, under Drawing Properties.  If you do not readily see these pull down menus, try using MENUBAR and setting the value to 1.

In your title block spaces, you would use FIELDS calling these file properties.  With the mappings to Vault in place you can push the values up to Vault from the file, and/or pull values that have been edited in the Vault.  It really gives you a lot of flexibility, depending on how you want to use them.  These properties are much easier and more reliable than attributes when syncing with the Vault.

[LaurieSnowdon]

Thank you Chris. I just learned something new. That totally answers my question.

[cbenner]

@LaurieSnowdon 

When and if you get Vault, and are setting it up, we can help you with the play by play if needed.