Replace New (Nested)

Overview

Replace New (Nested) duplicates the selected component and all nested sub-components, then replaces the selected occurrence with the newly created copy. Each new file is saved in the same folder as the original and receives a unique numeric index so you can safely modify the new copy without affecting other occurrences.

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 Add Component, 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.

How It Works

Prompts you to select the component occurrence you want to replace.
Creates new identical copies of:
- The selected component document, and
- All nested referenced components (recursively).
Applies unique numeric indexes to the new file names.
Replaces the selected occurrence in the assembly with the new copied occurrence.
The new components can be modified independently from the originals.

Usage Instructions

Open the assembly containing the component you want to duplicate.
Click Replace New in the Replace panel.
Select the component occurrence to be duplicated/replaced.
Review the assembly to confirm the selected occurrence now references the new files.

Troubleshooting

No new files created: Check file permissions in the original component’s folder.
Copy fails: Ensure the source files are not locked or read-only.
Unexpected file names: Verify the new indexed names follow your convention (see File Names).

Examples

Duplicate a sub-system: Create a new copy of a ductwork sub-system for modifications, duplicating all nested components.

Create a new assembly branch: Replace an occurrence and its nested parts with new unique copies, allowing changes to be made independently.