Color coding is not showing up when the same file is opened in WaterGEM for AutoCAD

Hello Yoko,

I was not able to reproduce a similar issue is sample model. Make sure that if the color coding is related to a calculated field, such as flow, that model has been computed. You can also try to recreating the color coding when in AutoCAD, in case there is something being read incorrectly in the file.

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Regards,
Scott

Yoko,

I believe that you're running into is caused because when an existing project is opened in WaterCAD for AutoCAD what you're doing initially is importing the database file for that project. All the color coding information is stored in the .WTG and .DWG files for the project, so they don't get imported. There's two pretty simple workarounds that I can think of though. 1) Is two copy and paste your color coding from the standalone model to the model in AutoCAD 2) Create what we call a symbology definition that can be export from your standalone model and then imported into another other model you might. This would come in very useful if you have certain color codings or annotations that use on a regular basis for all your models. You'll find the support solution for both of those option in the wiki found below:

communities.bentley.com/.../15406.how-do-i-transfer-color-codings-or-annotations-from-one-element-or-model-to-another-in-the-element-symbology

Regards,
Mark

Question to Mark,

When I try to edit the color coding when I open the model in WaterGEM for AutoCAD, I see the same color setting as I see in the stand alone. I tried to change the color since there were only two colors, but this did not do anything. I still see white color over black background. In this case, does creating symbology definition or copying color coding useful??

Perhaps, I should try what the wiki says, but I'm curious to know if the basis of the problem is the same as what written in the wiki.
Thanks.

Yoko

Yoko,

I'm not sure I understand your question. Can you post some screen shots or use another method to clarify what you're trying to do?

Regards,
Mark

Mark,

The color coding is to easily view the junction without elevation data (=0.00 ft).