• Is there a way to export from MicroStation a DGN file containing multiple references to separate DXF files?

    Is there a way to export from MicroStation a DGN file containing multiple references to separate DXF files? I usualy select every reference, I open it to clear references and then I export to DXF. If I use Batch tool, it spends too much time if a DNG…
  • Looking for DGN iFilter

    Does the DGN iFilter install with Bentley View? If so, I've got the windows indexing options set to search for file content and my DGN file location set, but am still not finding anything based on the drawings contents. If not, is it possible to download…
  • Convert DGN to DWG and maintain file settings for Levels

    When I convert a file from DGN to DWG the levels which were off and the drawing settings are not carried over to AutoCAD. When I convert the drawing there are alot of items which show up that are not shown in microstation. Can anyone else help wtih this…
  • Text symbol is missing from my linestyle in OpenCities Map Advanced

    Hello guys! I have an interesting problem that is happening to me using OpenCities Map Advanced version 17. I have a linestyle that was created in the past V8I version, which consists of text symbol The symbol was created with creating a text first…
  • Export dgn file with multiple models as seperate dgn files

    Hi everyone, I saw a few posts that explained how to export the models in a dgn file to seperate DWG files https://communities.bentley.com/products/microstation/f/microstation-forum/171130/export-file-with-multiple-models-as-seperate-files/492329…
  • Move text to the left or right of a line

    Hi guys, I am currently using MicroStation connect v14 and windows 10. Does any one know if there is a way to move a text automatically to the left or to the right according the direction of a line that crosses the text? For instance…
  • MODEL PROPERTIES MENU

    Why was the simple model properties changed? Again another production slow down. I like the idea of the detailed properties if desired, but to change model annotation scale, sheet size , design , sheet and drawing import a model create a new model…
  • Dgn app for Android

    Hi , does anyone know some working app for Android which can correctly display dng files? I tried this rubbish Map Mobile, but it only spports Imodel. After converting DGN file to it, I´m getting "Map has no geocoordinate data" message.... best regards…
  • Rescale cells

    Hi, I have a number of DGN's with many different cells within that all need to be rescaled. I'm unable to scale them by setting the annotation scale so I'd like to know if there's a key-in to change the Scale X, Scale Y and Scale Z? Microstation CONNECT…
  • Chilometrare una linea su Microstation V8i

    Ho una linea lunga 145 km, dovrei inserire una tacca e un numero sequenziale ogni 1000 m. Come devo fare?
  • dgn and 4 tiff images wont stack/align so I can draw in roads using tiff images??

    I have a .dwg file that was converted to a .dgn file. I also have 4 .tif images. When I open the .dgn file the data shows up but when I reference in the 4 .tif images they are shot way up in the middle of no where. I have choose a coordinate system to…
  • Main Toolbox not appearing after closing/reopening MicroStation

    Hello, I recently updated to MicroStation Connect Edition 15 (version 10.15.02.11), and now every time I open a DGN file, the Main toolbox is not on. I've tried turning on the Main toolbox, saving settings, closing out, reopening, and the tool is…
  • Move point in Z direction while LOCKING X,Y coordinates

    I'm currently working in a 3D Stereo dgn file, in ISSD (Imagestation stereo display), within microstation V8i, where I need to move features (more than 50,000) in the Z direction to obtain height information on the feature. Is there a way to lock the…
  • Corrupted custom properties in DGN files

    Good day all, I've encountered an issue with certain DGN files. We use custom properties to store data related to the jobs in our DGN files, this data is used by some VBA routines that we use in our office. In some rare cases, these properties seem…
  • Is it possible to connect files for editing?

    Hello, Situation: I am currently using Microstation to produce electrical drawings. I am making layouts of connections between terminal blocks and components and manually drawing in wires to be connected between the two. The layouts typically consist…
  • Level Number to Level Name

    I am wanting to take a few (1000) DGNS and change the level numbers and to actually logic name. I am wanting to do it by color and level number example: level 24 color 2 to a "new" level named STRUCTURE level 24 color 0 to a "new" level named NEW…
  • Tag disappears when filling out value

    Hi I made a dgn with a line and a circle. Added a tag that is supposed to hold some text. Filled out that the dgn should be able to be used as a cell. When importing the dgn as a cell the graphic is shown and so is the tag. Unfortunately when…
  • How to import google earth Coordinates in to Microstation

    Hello Dears, How to import google earth Coordinates in to Microstation. my MS file is geo coordinated and its synchronizing with google earth. Regards, Chithra
  • discrepancy raster position DGN vs. DWG

    Dear Microstation-Users I have a problem with the position of a raster. In DGN-Mode the raster with its frame is on the position that also is shown in the element information as origin. When I save the drawing as DWG or DXF the position of the frame differs…
  • RE: Error Opening File

    Hi Ryn, Recovering a DGN file is a task that does not always yields positive results. It is suggested to have always backups of all working files. To potentially recover the file, please provide the following information: - Was this file opened from a…
  • RE: Connect - Seed File 3D Imperial Design.dgn

    Thanks. This has already been reported. communities.bentley.com/.../112714
  • Register for MicroStation SIG: Reference Files A to Z!

    Don’t miss out on registering for the next MicroStation SIG event on Reference Files A to Z ! Register for MicroStation SIG: Reference Files A to Z! Online Event : MicroStation SIG: Reference Files A to Z Live Q&A Webinar : Tuesday, September…
  • Wipping out graphics with black background in text

    OK this one is still bothering me. I have a font set up with a black background in hopes that it will wipe out anylines behind it. In most of my files it does not work but in a couple of the files it works. I have attached both files in a .pzip. If anyone…
  • Locate a Gap in an Area...

    Hello there, I have some roads that i need to measure their areas for bill of quantities purpose, so I'm using the measure area tool using the method of flood then i select the elements that i need to measure their area, then this message appears "Error…
  • Adding/Updating Filename in text

    *EDIT* Thanks for the welcome and heads up Jon. I've restarted the post at the 2004 vba forum.