How to use the HyDraw - Update from Excel Interface?
Refer the video to learn how to use the interface inside HyDraw CAD.
This video shows how to update the list price for components in the drawing from the Excel file using the Update from Excel command.
Step 1
Export data from your ERP system into an Excel file with necessary columns.
Model Code, Model Family, Manufacturer, Description are mandatory columns.
You can add any additional fields/columns.
Step 2
Set the path for the Excel file inside HyDraw > Options
Step 3
Create the Config XML file.
(The Excel file and Config xml file must be at same location)
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