Intelligent Objects
MicroGDS 11 introduces the concept of Intelligent Objects. This is the ability to execute an ADK function in response to changes to the MicroGDS object. This allows you to, for example, update external data, alter the object's appearance or perform validation. The association of ADK functions to objects is controlled through the use of Schemas and Object/Drawing styles. More

Parametric Components
Building on the functionality introduced by Intelligent Objects, we will be introducing the first set of building components to make use of this technology. These will be Doors, Windows, Walls, Slabs and Stairs. Their built-in intelligence will, for example, mean that Doors and Windows can make holes in Walls, Walls can heal themselves whenever a Door or Window is removed and Door frames will resize if the wall thickness changes. More

ADK
The ADK has been designed to provide the greatest flexibility in reading and modifying MicroGDS data. It replaces the older CadLink libraries and is described in more detail in a separate handout. With it you can develop integrated or standalone functionality. More

New 64-bit version of MicroGDS
There is now a 64-bit version of MicroGDS that you can install onto a machine running a 64-bit version of Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7. This enables you to take advantage of the improved memory handling of a 64-bit machine. The main difference is that the 64-bit version of MicroGDS lets you access more memory on a 64-bit machine, which in turn, will help you work more easily with large MicroGDS projects. More

DXF, DWG and DWF translation
A number of changes have been made to improve the translation to and from DXF and DWG data. These include
General changes
MicroGDS now reads and writes AutoCAD 2010 DXF and DWG files. MicroGDS also reads and writes mesh entities and section objects ('live' sections only). Import and export of OLE data has been added to DXF/DWG translation (for AutoCAD 14 and later formats). More