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19 06, 2017

Integrated Title Blocks

2019-12-10T17:28:02-06:00June 19th, 2017|Using Microstation with ProjectWise|

In order to use title block integration, a special titleblock with Microstation tags linked to ProjectWise must be used.  These title blocks are located in the cell library of Specialty Groups.   Note:  Currently, only the Bridge and Traffic Specialty Groups are using Titleblock Integration.   When inside of a Microstation drawing, open the cell [...]

19 06, 2017

Creating a New Microstation File

2019-12-10T17:28:02-06:00June 19th, 2017|Using Microstation with ProjectWise|

There are several methods available to create a new drawing file. In this chapter we will be discussing creating a new MicroStation file from within MicroStation. While in a MicroStation file opened from within ProjectWise, select File>New. The resulting dialog boxes will look different than the MicroStation Manager previously used outside of ProjectWise. The first [...]

16 06, 2017

ProjectWise Messenger

2019-12-10T17:28:03-06:00June 16th, 2017|Project Collaboration|

ProjectWise Messenger is a tool that allows ProjectWise users to communicate with each other from within the ProjectWise environment. Use the following steps to access ProjectWise Messenger. From the ProjectWise menu bar, click on Tools > Messenger... to access Messenger. When a message is received from Messenger, the following notification box will appear. Click Yes to [...]

16 06, 2017

Link Sets

2019-12-10T17:28:03-06:00June 16th, 2017|Project Collaboration|

ODOT uses ProjectWise Link Set’s to provide easy access to files stored in the folders of other specialty groups. This allows the user to see the most up-to-date version of a file rather than the possibility of an outdated version of the file. A Link set can contain a grouping of files or a link [...]

16 06, 2017

Exporting Documents

2019-12-10T17:28:04-06:00June 16th, 2017|Project Collaboration|

The Export and Import Documents features in ProjectWise are used to: Update project documents on a mobile computer while traveling Share files with ODOT groups that don't have access to ProjectWise Share files with organizations such as consultants or other state agencies that don't have access to ODOT's ProjectWise Environment. Exporting Documents To Export Documents: [...]

16 06, 2017

Bridge Specialty Group

2019-12-10T17:28:04-06:00June 16th, 2017|Specialty Groups|

  Bridge ProjectWise Interface Document Attributes can be populated using the Attributes tab in the Documents Properties Dialog box.  In addition to the ODOT - Default interface, the Bridge Group has a custom interface.  This enables bridge staff to enter specific attributes associated with bridge documents and allows for searches to be run based on specific bridge attributes. Structure [...]

16 06, 2017

Folder Structure and File Placement for Design Projects

2019-12-10T17:28:04-06:00June 16th, 2017|Specialty Groups|

The ODOT project folder structure for design projects has been created with many subfolders including folders specific to Specialty Groups. This structure enables easier management and security assignments. ODOT Specialty Groups include individuals who are members of a specific work group (Bridge, Roadway, Traffic, Environmental, Survey, Hydraulics, ROW, etc.). The ODOT project folder structure and [...]