MicroStation Basics for New Users - Chapter 2: Defining Element Attributes
As geometry is drawn, elements are assigned attributes that control their appearance. A "best practice" is to have the color, line style, and line weight of an element defined by the level on which it is placed. This is called ByLevel symbology. After watching this video you will be able to place geometry and understand how color, line style, and line weight can be defined by the level the geometry is drawn on.
On some occasions designs need to be updated. To set the active element attributes so they match those of an existing element in the design, you can use the SmartMatch tool or the Match Element Attributes tool. After watching this video you will be able to set the attributes of existing elements based upon other elements.
When creating a closed element such as a circle or a shape, an additional "fill" attribute is available in the tool settings. After watching this video you will be able set the fill attribute to display a fill color, change the outline, or provide a gradient fill across an element.
When elements in a design are on top of each other, especially filled elements, they can be difficult to see. After watching this video you be able to set element attributes for transparency and priority to make them visible in the way you want.
Parent topic: New Users