- It’s important to note that while BURST retains the original block definition, the exploded objects lose their connection to the block. Any changes made to the block definition won’t be reflected in the exploded instances. Use BURST carefully.
- Work on a copy: Before using BURST, create a backup of your drawing, especially if you’re working with complex blocks or attributes.
- Consider alternatives: If you only need to modify a few attributes within a block, consider using the ATTEDIT command or block editing tools to avoid unnecessary flattening.
- Review carefully: After bursting, inspect the results to ensure that the attribute values and geometry are as expected.
- Manage layers: BURST typically places the exploded objects on the current layer. Use layer management tools to organize them as needed.
- Handle nested blocks: If a block contains nested blocks, you’ll need to burst it multiple times to explode all components fully.
Additional Tips:
- Preserve layers: To maintain the original layer assignments of exploded objects, use the BURSTALL command (available in Express Tools).
- Customize attribute text: After bursting, you can edit the attribute text formatting and properties to match your requirements.