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Alternatively, choose Select simplex.shx or txt.shx as a temporary substitute.
Understanding how fits into the SHX ecosystem helps with diagnostics.
Which generates aeccLand.shx
: Land Desktop was discontinued and replaced by Civil 3D. Modern, clean vanilla AutoCAD installations do not ship with old Land Desktop support directories.
When this file goes missing, text styles can warp, custom linetypes may disappear, and your project layout can break. This comprehensive guide explains what aeccland.shx is, why it disappears, and how to permanently resolve the error. What is aeccland.shx?
If the file is missing or corrupted, complex linetypes (like a scalloped treeline) may appear as a simple line of dots or arcs. Resolution:
The missing font error is rarely an issue for the person who originally drew the plan. Instead, it happens when the drawing is shared. Standard scenarios include:
: It is a binary file compiled from a human-readable .shp (shape definition) file.
When opening a drawing received from a consultant or an archived project, encountering the dreaded warning often points directly to this file. Because aeccland.shx acts as an out-of-the-box infrastructure dependency, losing it breaks linetype rendering and causes symbols to show up as blank spaces or question marks. Understanding the Role of aeccland.shx
: If the linetype is in use, you must change it to a standard AutoCAD linetype that does not require external shape files. 4. Automatic Substitution
Use the PURGE command and look for "Shapes" to delete unused references.
A warning that " one or more SHX files are missing ."
Autodesk Tip: Don't let aeccland.shx stop your workflow. 🛑
If you have Civil 3D installed but still get the error, the file is likely sitting in an unmapped directory. Search your local drive ( C:\ ) for aeccland.shx .
Depending on whether you need the exact symbols or just want to get rid of the annoying popup, choose one of the following solutions.