How to enable VBA and run VBA 7.1 IDE on CMS IntelliCAD
Posted: Thu Mar 26, 2026 11:40 am
Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) 7.1 is available as an optional component for CMS IntelliCAD. You can download the installer directly from the "Downloads" section of our website. Note: If you have Microsoft Office 365 installed locally, VBA 7.1 may already be present on your system.
How to Enable VBA:
Run as Administrator: Right-click the CMS IntelliCAD desktop shortcut and select "Run as administrator" (This is required for initial activation).
Enable the Variable: At the command bar, type VBAENABLE and set it to ON.
Restart: Close and restart CMS IntelliCAD, again using the "Run as administrator" option.
Verify: Type _VBA in the command bar. The VBA IDE should now open.
How to Enable VBA:
Run as Administrator: Right-click the CMS IntelliCAD desktop shortcut and select "Run as administrator" (This is required for initial activation).
Enable the Variable: At the command bar, type VBAENABLE and set it to ON.
Restart: Close and restart CMS IntelliCAD, again using the "Run as administrator" option.
Verify: Type _VBA in the command bar. The VBA IDE should now open.