What is a .DVB file?
A .DVB file is a type of file used by AutoCAD, specifically for storing VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) projects. VBA is a programming language developed by Microsoft that is used to write programs or scripts, known as macros, to automate repetitive tasks in AutoCAD. These macros can help streamline complex design processes, making them more efficient.
The .DVB file contains all the necessary components and code of a VBA macro. This file format is useful because it allows you to easily transfer these macros between different AutoCAD drawings. Alternatively, you can choose to embed the macro directly into an AutoCAD drawing file. Embedding the macro means that whenever the drawing is opened, the macro is automatically loaded and ready to use.
To work with .DVB files, you need to have the AutoCAD VBA module installed. This module used to come with AutoCAD, but now it must be downloaded and installed separately. Once you have the module, you can manage your VBA projects within AutoCAD.
Here’s how you can load a .DVB file into AutoCAD: 1. Open AutoCAD. 2. Type `vbaman` into the command prompt and press Enter. This opens the VBA Manager. 3. In the VBA Manager dialog box, click on 'Load'. 4. Browse to the location of your .DVB file, select it, and then click 'Open'. 5. A message box might appear asking you to enable macros. Click 'Enable Macros', then click 'Close'.
By following these steps, your VBA project contained in the .DVB file will be loaded into AutoCAD, and you can start using the macro to automate tasks within your drawings.
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