Export of dxf/dwg face

3D Design Sheet Metal / Machine Welded
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Hi all

Is there a config or macro way to do face exports (Export to dxf/dwg) for laser cutting or other in dwg as a first choice (and not dxf by default).
Without myCad tools
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SW2023SP5 but this function has not changed since Thales :crazy_face:

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Hello;

This is surely because the *. DWG and a proprietary format (autodesk) and that the *. DXF and a so-called " universal " format...
The most practical is to use a macro... Like what:

Also to see (I just realized that I didn't install it on my computer) if " Solidworks Task scheduler " doesn't allow you to choose one of the two formats as a priority...

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Hello

My need is not necessarily for bent sheet metal.
This can be thin or very thick sheet metal or a material other than sheet metal.

But your explanation of the proprietary format of the dwg must be the reason

Otherwise, I have the myCADtools. If you do not use automation, it is for several reasons, including, for example, some holes cannot be made with a laser (Ø=<ep), but also the naming of the files containing the material/thickness/quantity.