In this tutorial, we will learn how to import PC3 files into AutoCAD. PC3 files are printer configuration files that store the settings for various printers and plotters.
By importing these files, you can quickly set up your printing options in AutoCAD. Let’s get started!
Step 1: Accessing the Plotter Manager
To import a PC3 file, we need to access the Plotter Manager. To do this, follow these steps:
- Step 1.1: Open AutoCAD and go to the “Print” or “Plot” dialog box.
- Step 1.2: In the “Plotter Name” section, click on the drop-down menu and select “Add-A-Plotter Wizard”.
Step 2: Importing the PC3 File
Once you have accessed the Plotter Manager, you can import your PC3 file by following these steps:
- Step 2.1: In the “Add Plotter – Introduction” window, click on the “Next” button.
- Step 2.2: Select “My Computer” as the plotter model and click on the “Next” button.3: In the “Imported or Native” window, select “Import File” and click on the “Next” button.4: Click on the “Browse..” button and locate your PC3 file on your computer.5: Select the PC3 file and click on the “Open” button.6: In the “Imported or Native” window, click on the “Next” button.
Step 3: Configuring Plotter Settings
After importing the PC3 file, you need to configure the plotter settings. Follow these steps to do so:
- Step 3.1: In the “Plotter Configuration Editor – Import PCP or PC2 File” window, select your desired plotter configuration and click on the “Next” button.
- Step 3.2: In the “Plotter Configuration Editor – Name Plotter” window, enter a name for your plotter and click on the “Next” button.3: In the “Plotter Configuration Editor – Finish Importing Plotter Configuration” window, review your settings and click on the “Finish” button.
Step 4: Using the Imported Plotter Configuration
Congratulations! You have successfully imported your PC3 file into AutoCAD. Now let’s see how to use it:
- Step 4.1: In the “Plot/Print” dialog box, select your newly imported plotter configuration from the drop-down menu in the “Name” section.
- Step 4.2: Configure any additional settings you require for your plot/print job.
- Note: The imported plotter configuration will retain all its original settings from the PC3 file.3: Click on the “Plot” or “Print” button to proceed with your plot/print job.
That’s it! You now know how to import PC3 files into AutoCAD and use them for plotting and printing.
This feature saves you time by quickly setting up your printing options without manually configuring each setting. Happy plotting!