MODZV8.ma problem.

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The ModZ MDL for V8 is designed to be used with old versions of MicroStation V8 (not sure how old) and would probably not be supported with current versions.

https://communities.bentley.com/communities/other_communities/askinga/w/askinga/2377/move-all-elements-to-the-same-elevation-or-common-z-value

Can't see how this tool would be related to the alignment of dimensions. Can you explain further what you are trying to achieve? If it is related to changing the Z Value or Elevation of elements, which is what this old ModZ MDL was designed to perform.

We would suggest you should probably be using MicroStation CONNECT Edition which includes the Set Elevation tool.

Dear Andrew,

Thanks for your swift reply, it really helps.

For your information, my problem would occur across the using of Microstation XM to V8i SS4 (current) and despite of different PC hardware or Dgns.

The dimensions are drawn in 'True' Alignment along the element.

Background:

In V8i SS series, when the elements in the Dgn are in very very great difference in their Z value, some elements would become invisible during the Top View unless all of them are adjusted to nearly the same Z value manually. However, this case does not occur when using XM to open and view.

Purpose:

Trying to use the MODZ MDL V8 is to flatten an active Dgn's content into Z=0, including elements and dimensions (associated or not). I did try the Align Edges Command and Civtool Set Element during my try, and result is the same, the inclined dimension would rotated into horizontal/vertical.

If allowed, I can send you a dgn to demonstrate.

I would keep trying your advice in the links, particularly using Connect Version to find the result. Thanks again for your assistance.

Regards,

LEE Ivan

Volker Hüfner said:

replace it with VBA

We wrote a freeware ModZ in response to a similar question on this Forum.

Dear Volker,

Thanks for your advice. I would take an intensive trial on that VBA.

Thanks again, as my problem has dragged me for some time.

Regards,

LEE Ivan

Dear Jon,

Your assistance helps in time. I would try the VBA in my PC.

Thanks again.

Regards,

LEE Ivan

Well, it makes sense that the dimensions would change, because the element is changing. As I recall, when you flatten an element, it maintains the same XY coordinates, but the Z changes to your desired elevation. This changes the length and direction of the element. It stands to reason that the dimension would also change to follow that element.

Dear Mary,

Thanks for your analysis, I share with your point of view.

Regards,

LEE Ivan

Dear Mary,

Thanks for your analysis, I share with your point of view.

Regards,

LEE Ivan