System Variable Entry: SHPNAME
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System Variable Entry: SHPNAME
Name
SHPNAME
Type
string
Default
varies by session
Read-Only
no
Scope
session; saved in not saved
Description
Shape name: The default shape name according to naming conventions. '.' means no default. Note: Shapes are an early version of blocks that were efficient, but difficult to code. Shapes are rarely used anymore.
Compatibility
AutoCAD and BricsCAD. AutoCAD all; BricsCAD V20+.
Source Notes
- AutoCAD: AutoCAD 2026 ENU per-sysvar page (name match; GUID not yet captured)
- BricsCAD: https://help.bricsys.com/en-us/document/system-variable-reference/s/shpname-system-variable