Modify a Block Attribute Definition

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Modify a Block Attribute Definition

Concept

Procedure

Quick Reference

To update the attributes in block references for a selected block definition

1. On the Modify II toolbar, click Synchronize Attributes.
2. At the prompt, do one of the following:
   • Enter name, and then enter the name of the block whose block references you want to update.
   • Enter ? to view a list of blocks, and then enter name, followed by the name of the block.
   • Press ENTER, and then use your pointing device to select a block in the drawing area.

   If you specify a block that does not exist, or if the block exists but does not contain attributes, an error message is displayed.

 Toolbar: Modify II 

 Command entry: ATTSYNC

Alternate

1. Click Modify menu Object Attribute Single.At the Command prompt, enter eattedit.
2. In the drawing area, select the block you want to edit.
3. In the Enhanced Attribute Editor, select the attribute you want to edit. You can change the attribute value or choose another tab and edit other attribute properties.
4. Make the attribute changes you want, and then do one of the following:
   • Click Apply to save your changes. The Enhanced Attribute Editor remains open.

     If you click Cancel later to exit the Enhanced Attribute Editor, attribute changes you made prior to choosing Apply are not reversed.

   • Click OK to save your changes and close the Enhanced Attribute Editor.
   • Click Select Block to edit the attributes of a different block. If you made changes to the current block, but have not saved them, you are prompted to do so before selecting a new block.

 Toolbar: Modify II 

 Command entry: EATTEDIT