CompuServe Messages

Peter: >> When it's all done with layers, one's layering standard can become convoluted. If I've got several groups of entities that need to have different appearances in other drawings, then I am forced to have one additional layer for each group. << Well, if they need to appear different from each other within one drawing, I'd say they are different entity types! Face it – a sprinkler line needs to be shown solid in some plans, perhaps dashed in another, and hidden in yet others. However, that sprinkler line should *not* need to be shown as part dashed and part hidden in one drawing, unless there is an issue such as demolition/new work/existing to remain, in which case each of these should be placed on their own layer! Nested layers – yes, I agree. However, over a year ago I developed my own quasi- nested layering, and now I don't really need an internal nesting scheme. The wildcard characters make this fairly easy, with a little foresight and planning, followed by strict adherence to the standard. Speaking of the UK standard… I used that as the basis of *my* standard. The "food" you send is interesting, and please keep in my mind that I'm only speaking for myself – pass the salt? <g> Larry