# XOPEN Command
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## Function Description:
This command is used to open selected drawing reference (external reference) in new window.
## Command Access:
> **Icon:** /
> **Menu:** Tools \> Xref and Block
> In-place Editing \> Open Reference
> **Ribbon:** /
> **Toolbar:** /
> **Command:** XOPEN
> **Alias:** /
## Command Prompts:
Select Xref: