Replace New (Nested)

Overview

Replace New is a specialized command for duplicating a selected component in your assembly, including all nested sub-components, by creating new identical but unique copies. Each new component and its nested sub-components are saved in the same folder as the original files and given a unique numeric index, allowing you to modify them independently from the originals. This is especially useful when you need to make changes to a specific instance of a component and its nested parts without affecting other occurrences elsewhere in your project.

The index for each new file is assigned automatically to ensure uniqueness; for details on how file names and indexes are managed, see File Names.

Unlike the Add Component command, Replace New always copies component files to the same location as the original and uses the same prefix, maintaining organization and naming consistency across your project. This is ideal for scenarios such as duplicating a sub-system in a master ductwork system, where you want to create a new version with modifications while keeping all files organized and uniquely named.

How It Works

Prompts you to select the component you want to duplicate.
Creates new identical copies of the selected component and all nested sub-components, saved in the same folder as the originals with unique numeric indexes.
Replaces the selected component and its nested sub-components in the assembly with the new copies.
The new components can be modified independently from the originals.

Usage Instructions

Open the assembly containing the component you want to duplicate.
Activate the Replace New command from the toolbar or menu.
Select the component to be duplicated.
The command will create new identical copies of the component and all nested sub-components, and replace them in the assembly.
Review your assembly to confirm the new components are present and can be modified independently.

Trouble Shooting

If new components are not created, check for file permissions in the original component's folder.
Ensure the original component and nested sub-components are not locked or read-only.
Verify that unique numeric indexes are applied to all new file names.

Examples

Duplicate a sub-system: Use Replace New to create a new copy of a ductwork sub-system for modifications, duplicating all nested components.
Create a new assembly branch: Replace a component and its nested parts with new unique copies, allowing changes to be made independently.