| Product(s): | MicroStation | ||
| Version(s): | CONNECT Edition | ||
| Environment: | N\A | ||
| Area: | Reference | ||
| Subarea: | N\A |
Problem
When I try to select an element a message appears 'Element is in a reference with locate turned off' how can I enable locate?
Solution
The message is advising that the element trying to be selected to is in a Reference file where the ability to Locate has been turned off.
To resolve:
1. Open the References dialog ( Drawing > Home > Primary > Attach Tools > References )
2. In the References dialog locate the Reference file mentioned in the popup message, in this instance (reference.dgn)
3. Check the box under the 'Snap' column against this Reference file ( If a tick is displayed Locate is enabled for the Reference file elements )
( Note: if the 'Locate' icon is not displayed in the References dialog, right click on one of the column headings 'File Name' 'Model' 'Description' etc and choose 'Locate' from the available list )