Changing your alias in AutoCAD is a simple process that can help personalize your experience and make it more convenient for you. Whether you want to change your alias for aesthetic reasons or to improve your workflow, AutoCAD provides a straightforward method to do so.
To begin, open AutoCAD and navigate to the “Manage” tab in the ribbon. Under the “Customization” panel, click on the “Custom User Interface” button. This will open the “Custom User Interface Editor” dialog box.
In the “Custom User Interface Editor,” click on the “Aliases” tab. Here, you will find a list of all the available aliases in AutoCAD. An alias is simply a command shortcut that allows you to execute commands quickly without having to type out the full command name.
To change an alias, locate it in the list and select it by clicking on it once. Once selected, click on the “Edit..” button located at the bottom of the dialog box. A new dialog box titled “Edit Alias” will appear.
In the “Edit Alias” dialog box, you can modify both the alias name and its associated command. The alias name is what you will type into AutoCAD to execute a particular command quickly. The associated command is what AutoCAD will execute when you type in that specific alias.
Let’s say you want to change the alias for the “Line” command. By default, its alias is set as “L.” You can change it to any other character or combination of characters that you prefer. For example, let’s change it to “LN.”
To do this, simply modify the text in the “Alias Name” field from “L” to “LN.” After making this change, ensure that there are no conflicts with existing aliases by checking if there are any warnings below.
Once you are satisfied with your changes, click on the “OK” button to save them and close both dialog boxes. You have now successfully changed your alias in AutoCAD.
It’s important to note that changing aliases can be a powerful tool, but it can also lead to confusion if you are not careful. Make sure to choose aliases that are easy to remember and don’t conflict with existing commands or aliases.
If you ever want to revert back to the default aliases, you can do so by clicking on the “Reset All” button in the “Custom User Interface Editor” dialog box.
To summarize, changing your alias in AutoCAD is a simple process that involves accessing the “Custom User Interface Editor” and modifying the alias name and associated command. Remember to choose unique and memorable aliases while avoiding conflicts with existing commands or aliases.
Now that you know how to change your alias, take some time to experiment and find the perfect set of shortcuts that work best for you. By personalizing your AutoCAD experience through aliases, you can enhance your productivity and efficiency in your CAD projects.