The Open command loads existing drawing files into IGEMS, supporting multiple file formats including DIG, DWG, DXF, and others.
🔹 How to Use
- Activate the command: Select Open from File menu or toolbar
- Browse files: Navigate to the location of your drawing files
- Select file type: Choose from supported formats (DIG, DWG, DXF, etc.)
- Multiple selection: Hold CTRL or SHIFT to open multiple files simultaneously
- Load drawings: Selected files open in IGEMS workspace
🧠Tips
- File format support: Standard formats include DIG, DWG, DXF, IGS, STP, and others
- Multiple files: Select several files at once for batch opening
- Data Exchange module: Additional formats available with the Data Exchange module
- ILISP integration: Custom file readers can be created using ILISP scripting
- Format compatibility: IGEMS supports files from various CAD systems
| Type | Description |
| .ACD | IGEMS R3 to R9 drawing format |
| .DIG | IGEMS R10 standard drawing format |
| .DWF | Drawing Web Format |
| .DWG | AutoCAD Drawing files |
| .DXF | Drawing Exchange Format |
| .ICDF | Igems Cnc Data File |
| .IGS | Iges files (Use the 3D interface) |
| .STP | Step file (Use the 3D interface) |
| .ISF | Igems Suport File |