Are you tired of the new ribbon interface in AutoCAD? Do you prefer the classic toolbar layout?
Don’t worry, you can easily switch back to the classic interface. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to change the ribbon to classic in AutoCAD.
Step 1: Accessing the Options
To begin, open AutoCAD and navigate to the “Tools” menu located at the top left corner of the screen. Click on “Options” from the dropdown menu.
Step 2: Customizing User Interface
Once you have accessed the Options dialog box, select the “User Interface” tab.
Step 3: Choosing a Workspace
In this tab, you will find a section labeled “Workspace.” Here, you have two options: “AutoCAD Classic” and “Drafting & Annotation.”
To switch to the classic interface, choose “AutoCAD Classic. “
Step 4: Applying Changes
After selecting your desired workspace, click on the “Apply” button at the bottom right corner of the dialog box. You will see a prompt asking if you would like to save changes to your current workspace.
Click on “Yes.” Finally, click on “OK” to close the Options dialog box.
Step 5: Enjoying Classic Interface
Congratulations! You have successfully changed the ribbon interface to classic in AutoCAD. You will now see a familiar toolbar layout resembling earlier versions of AutoCAD.
Tips:
- If you want to revert back to using the ribbon interface in AutoCAD, simply follow these steps again and choose “Drafting & Annotation” as your workspace.
- You can further customize your interface by right-clicking on the toolbar area and selecting “Customize” from the context menu. This allows you to add or remove specific tools or toolbars according to your preference.
Now that you know how to change the ribbon to classic in AutoCAD, you can work with a familiar and more comfortable interface. Enjoy your drafting and design work with ease!