XYZ Points

Export XYZ Points

Create coordinate text output for point data.

Overview

XYZ Points export writes CAD drawing data to .xyz output.

XYZ export is intended for point coordinate output. Select point-like objects and include the coordinate fields needed by the receiving software.

Common vector workflow

This format uses the common export workflow: selection, object types, attributes, export options, and output path.

Steps

Run EXPORTGEO_SP or click Spatial Data > Export.
Select XYZ Points in the Select Export Format window.
Complete the format-specific options window.
Choose the output path when prompted.
Wait for the progress window to finish.
Open the output in the target application and review the exported data.

Export to XYZ points dialog

Best Practices

Confirm the drawing CRS before export.
Use layer-based selection when layers already represent logical GIS layers.
Keep only the required object types enabled.
Use the curve approximation step carefully for curved geometry.
Review the exported file in the receiving application before delivery.

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