Connecting to an external database

[ed.hajas]

I'm trying to find the best way connect to an external database. I know how to write to an excell or .csv file but want to transfer revised information in a database to update attributed blocks in a drawing. I also understand that block handles could be useful to find AutoCAD objects. I'm an intermediated AutoLISP programmer and don't know VBA well. Would VBA better? Any feedback is appriciated.

[dmarcotte4]

Try looking at http://www.fleming-group.com/ for adolisp.
great stuff

Dan

[amberh]

I am looking for information on populating block attributes from a database file (Excel). I have blocks that I routinely enter into drawings. The Attribute data has already been entered into Excel by the secretary. I would like to know if there is a way to save data entry time on the attribute info as well as have the database and drawing linked.

Amber

[whdjr]

Amber,

Here is a good link with some great stuff: www.dsxcad.com about Excel and AutoCad.
If you need more help just holler.