Opening file from Vault change settings to use default app instead of AutoCAD
When trying to open a file directly from Vault and to ensure the file opens with HyDraw CAD instead of AutoCAD change the settings below.
- Open the Vault and go to Tools > Options.
- Open File Behavior Settings.
- For AutoCAD, set the behavior to Default.
- OK and apply.
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