In AutoCAD 2016, changing the background color of your workspace is a simple task. Whether you prefer a white background for your drawings or need it for specific purposes, AutoCAD offers the flexibility to customize your workspace to suit your preferences. In this tutorial, we will walk you through the steps to make the background white in AutoCAD 2016.
To start with, follow these steps:
Step 1: Launch AutoCAD 2016 on your computer.
Step 2: After opening AutoCAD, locate and click on the “Options” button in the bottom right corner of the startup screen. This will open the Options dialog box.
Step 3: In the Options dialog box, navigate to the “Display” tab by clicking on it.
Step 4: Under the “Window Elements” section, you will find an option called “Colors.” Click on it to proceed.
Note: If you are using a dark theme or customized color scheme in AutoCAD, finding this option might be slightly different. However, most versions of AutoCAD have a similar path for accessing this setting.
Step 5: In the Colors dialog box, you will see a list of various elements that can be customized. Scroll down until you find an item called “Uniform Background.”
Step 6: Click once on “Uniform Background” to select it. Then click on the “Color” drop-down list located next to it.
Step 7: From the available color options in the drop-down list, choose white. You can either scroll down or directly type “white” in the search bar provided at the bottom of the drop-down list.
- TIP: If you want to choose a different shade of white or any other color, you can click on the “Color” button next to the drop-down list. This will open a color picker dialog box where you can select your desired color.
Step 8: Once you have selected white as the uniform background color, click on the “Apply & Close” button at the bottom of the Colors dialog box.
Congratulations! You have successfully changed the background color in AutoCAD 2016 to white. Now, your workspace will have a clean and bright background for improved visibility and ease of use.
Wrapping Up
In this tutorial, we learned how to make the background white in AutoCAD 2016. By customizing the uniform background color through the Options dialog box, you can create a visually appealing workspace that suits your preferences and enhances your productivity.
Remember, AutoCAD offers various customization options beyond just changing the background color. Exploring these options can help you personalize your workspace even further. So feel free to experiment and find what works best for you.
We hope this tutorial has been helpful in guiding you through the process of making the background white in AutoCAD 2016. Happy designing!