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When you execute the query with Alter Properties selected, AutoCAD
Map 3D changes the queried objects based on the value stored in the
external database.
For more information on connecting to and using external databases, see
External Databases (Object Data) (page 206).
Quick Reference
ADEQUERY
Controls defining, modifying, saving, loading, and executing a query
In the Classic workspace, click Setup menu ➤ More
DWG Options ➤ Define Query
Menu
Define Query
Icon
ADEQUERYCommand Line
In Map Explorer, right-click Current Query ➤ Define
-or- Right-click a query ➤ Edit
Task Pane
Define Query dialog boxDialog Box
Creating a Range Table
A range table specifies a range of actions to take depending on the value of
the specified data or property.
■ You can change the color of drawing objects based on their elevation
■ If you have a street map and use object data to store information about
pavement quality, you can move each street to a layer that corresponds
to the pavement quality.
■ If you have a county map showing cities, and you use an external database
to store population data for each city, you can modify the block symbol
for each city based on its population size.
The procedure tab for this topic includes general instructions for creating a
range table and specific instructions for creating a sample range table.
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