The DGN format has been used especially for data transfer between plant design programs. It was developed by MicroStation. It is similar to DWG in that it is only a graphical data format. It contains unique part IDs in the given model. It is possible to check for clashes between the Tekla Structures model and a DGN reference model.

This format has the following limitations:

• GUID is not supported.

• DGN reference model import does not support change management or UDAs.

• 3D DGN export supports parts only.

See also

Reference models and compatible formats

Insert DGN files

Insert a reference model

Export in 3D DGN format