What Else Comes Along for the Ride When You Attach an Xref?

Attaching an Xref can drag nested references, images, point clouds, and Civil 3D objects into downstream drawings. Here's what Overlay stops, and what it doesn't.
20+ Years of Design, Technology & More
20+ Years of Design, Technology & More

Attaching an Xref can drag nested references, images, point clouds, and Civil 3D objects into downstream drawings. Here's what Overlay stops, and what it doesn't.

If you have Autodesk Desktop Connector (ACC Docs – changing to Forma brand) installed – and in 2026 you almost certainly do – stop using the built-in AutoCAD and Civil 3D Reference Manager. Reference Explorer is sitting right there in…