In the dialog box, select the specific objects (Surfaces, Alignments, Pipe Networks) you want to include. Choose your LandXML version (e.g., 1.2) and click Save the resulting file to your computer. Method 2: Data Extraction (Generic Property Data)
Suitable for simple, non-confidential drawings; unsuitable for professional GIS or engineering workflows. convert dwg to xml
There is no single "Save As" button for DWG to XML because XML is a language, not a single file type; it requires a specific to be useful. Common approaches include: Creating a XML from AutoCAD - Forums, Autodesk In the dialog box, select the specific objects
For civil engineering and surveying, is the standard. It is used to export surfaces, alignments, and pipe networks. There is no single "Save As" button for
Handles complex geometry (arcs, splines, 3D faces), preserves attributes, supports coordinate system transformation. Cons: Expensive ($2,500+ per license).
Custom scripts can parse XML data to run automated rule checks (e.g., "Are all doors on Layer 'A-Door'? Do all electrical symbols have a valid voltage attribute?").