Convert DVB to DWG

Understanding DVB and DWG file formats

DVB files are AutoCAD VBA Project files used to store Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) macros and scripts for automating tasks within AutoCAD. These files contain code, forms, and modules that extend AutoCAD's functionality but do not store graphical or drawing data.

DWG files are the native drawing format for AutoCAD and many other CAD applications. They store 2D and 3D design data, including geometry, images, and metadata, making them essential for sharing and editing CAD drawings.

Can you convert DVB to DWG?

Direct conversion from DVB (a macro/script file) to DWG (a drawing file) is not possible because they serve fundamentally different purposes. A DVB file contains code, not drawing data. However, if your DVB macro generates or modifies drawing content, you can use AutoCAD to run the DVB project and then save the resulting drawing as a DWG file.

How to use a DVB file to create a DWG drawing

1. Open AutoCAD (ensure VBA is enabled; you may need to install the VBA Enabler from Autodesk).
2. Load your DVB file via Tools → Macro → Load Project.
3. Run the macro or script contained in the DVB file. This may generate or modify drawing content.
4. Once the drawing is ready, save it as a DWG file using File → Save As and select the DWG format.

Best software for working with DVB and DWG files

• AutoCAD (by Autodesk): The only reliable tool for running DVB macros and saving drawings as DWG files.
• Autodesk VBA Enabler: Required for running DVB files in newer versions of AutoCAD.

Summary

While you cannot directly convert a DVB file to a DWG file, you can use AutoCAD to execute the DVB macro, which may create or modify a drawing. You can then save the result as a DWG file. Always ensure you have the necessary VBA support installed in your AutoCAD version.