Command
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
ATPROPERTIES |
Open the entity properties editor for selected devices |
Ribbon: FireCAD > Devices > Device Property Editor
Prerequisites
- A FireCAD project must be open
Overview
The ATPROPERTIES command opens a properties editor dialog for selected devices. This provides access to device-specific properties stored in the entity properties table, such as custom fields, location data, and project-specific attributes.
Steps
- Type
ATPROPERTIESin the AutoCAD command line - Select one or more devices in the drawing
- The Entity Properties dialog opens
- View and edit the properties for the selected devices
- Apply changes when finished
What You Can Edit
The properties editor shows all entity properties associated with the selected devices, including:
- Custom property fields defined in the project
- Device-specific metadata
- Location and identification information
Tips
- For quick property edits, use
ATSET_ENTITY_PROPERTIES_CL(command-line version) - To edit a specific property like panel name or location, use the dedicated commands (
ATSET_PANEL_NAME,ATSET_LOCATION, etc.)
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