Create Object Sensitive Right Click Menu

Given the state of the economy over the course of the past several months, many firms have opted to shy away from software upgrades. Financially, it’s hard to fault an organization that’s opted to remain in a holding pattern while the tables turn toward a brighter future. There’s no denying that the context sensitive Ribbon in Civil 3D 2010 is an incredible addition. But back in the day (not even a year ago, yet I’m comfortable... [Read More...]

The Ribbon

When new software is on the horizon, there’s always a fair amount of flailing about to be the first in line to mention features that are new and improved, or just plain cool. Typically I like to reserve judgement until I’ve had a chance to get my hands dirty, but this year brings new challenges altogether. [Read More...]  Read More →

EZ Civil Design Toolbars

EZ Civil Design Toolbars Civil Design historically doesn’t ship with tool bars, but they’re simple to create. To create a new toolbar in 2006 products, and include commands you can’t find in the CUI dialog, follow this procedure: 1. Type ZZSUPON to turn on tech support information, this is an old undocumented command. 2. Select a command from the menu you wish to create a button for. Notice the command is echoed on the command line similar... [Read More...]