Import ASCII Cross-Sections

Import cross-sections in ASCII format.

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RD_IMPORTCROSS

 

 

This function allows you to import ASCII cross-sections. You are prompted to choose a file to import, and specify the details of the format of the file.

The data format can be imported in comma-delimited format as follows:

Chainage,0.000,Pts,12
-5.000,98.002,0
-5.000,99.347,0
-4.200,99.334,0
-3.001,99.314,0
-3.000,99.064,1
0.000,99.124,1
3.000,99.064,1
3.001,99.314,0
4.200,99.334,1
7.200,98.834,0
9.700,99.459,0
9.700,101.852,0

Procedure

  1. The Open window displays so you can select a file to import. The drive and path automatically default to the last used drive and directory for this type of file.

  1. The ASCII Cross-Section File Details display with the first lines of the selected file.

  1. Select the file type and fill in the relevant data.

  2. Click OK to continue.

  3. The ASCII Cross-Section Import Details display.

  1. Select the destination road layer for the data and click OK.

  2. The imported data displays in the Output Bar.