Are you struggling with changing the scale for paper space in AutoCAD? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
In this tutorial, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of changing the scale for paper space in AutoCAD. So, let’s get started!
Understanding Paper Space and Scale
Paper space is where you create and layout your drawing before printing it. It allows you to create multiple views of your drawing at different scales on a single sheet of paper. The scale determines how much the drawing is reduced or enlarged when it is plotted on paper.
Step 1: Accessing Paper Space
To change the scale for paper space, first, make sure you are in the layout tab by clicking on the “Layout” button at the bottom of your AutoCAD window. This will take you to paper space.
Step 2: Selecting a Viewport
In paper space, you will see one or more viewports. These viewports represent different views of your drawing. To change the scale for a specific viewport, click inside it to select it.
Step 3: Changing Scale
Once you have selected a viewport, navigate to the “Properties” panel on the right side of your screen. Look for the “Standard Scale” property and click on its value to open a drop-down menu.
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- This drop-down menu contains a list of pre-defined scales that are commonly used in architectural and engineering drawings.
- Select the desired scale from the list by clicking on it.
Step 4: Customizing Scale
If none of the pre-defined scales match your requirements, don’t worry! AutoCAD also allows you to customize the scale. To do this, follow these steps:
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- Click on the “Custom..” option in the drop-down menu.
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This will open the “Custom Scale” dialog box, where you can enter your desired scale ratio. For example, if you want to double the size of your drawing on paper, enter a value of 2 in the “Custom Scale” field.
Step 5: Applying Changes
After selecting or customizing the scale, click outside the viewport to apply the changes. You will see that your drawing is now displayed at the new scale within the viewport.
In Conclusion
Changing the scale for paper space in AutoCAD is a straightforward process. By accessing paper space, selecting a viewport, and changing the scale using pre-defined options or custom values, you can create multiple views of your drawing at different scales on a single sheet of paper.
Remember to click outside the viewport to apply any changes you make. Now you can confidently create and layout your drawings with different scales in AutoCAD’s paper space!