Why Units Are Not Changing in AutoCAD?

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Are you facing the frustrating issue of units not changing in AutoCAD? Don’t worry, you’re not alone.

This common problem can be caused by a few different factors, but thankfully there are solutions available. In this article, we will explore why units may not be changing in AutoCAD and provide step-by-step instructions to resolve the issue.

1. Incorrect Drawing Template

If you are experiencing unit display issues in AutoCAD, the first thing to check is your drawing template. The template sets the default units for new drawings. To change the units for your existing drawing, follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Open your drawing in AutoCAD.
  • Step 2: Go to the “Application” menu (the red ‘A’ icon) and select “Drawing Utilities” from the dropdown menu.
  • Step 3: Choose “Units” from the submenu.
  • Step 4: In the “Drawing Units” dialog box, select your desired units from the dropdown menu under “Insertion Scale.”
  • Step 5: Click “OK” to apply the changes.

2. Inconsistent Block or Xref Units

In some cases, if you have inserted blocks or external references (xrefs) into your drawing with different unit settings, it can lead to unit discrepancies. To resolve this issue, follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Identify all blocks or xrefs in your drawing that have different units.
  • Step 2: Open each block or xref and check its unit settings.
  • Step 3: If the units are incorrect, modify them to match the desired units for your drawing.
  • Step 4: Save and close each block or xref after making the necessary changes.
  • Step 5: Reload the modified blocks or xrefs in your drawing to update their unit settings.

3. Object-Specific Units

AutoCAD allows you to assign different units to individual objects within a drawing. If you have accidentally changed the units of specific objects and want to revert them back to the default, follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Select the object whose units you want to change back to default.
  • Step 2: Right-click on the object and choose “Properties” from the context menu.
  • Step 3: In the “Properties” palette, locate the “Unit” section.
  • Step 4: Change the unit value back to “-UNITS-” (without quotes).

4. Drawing Scale Issues

If your drawings appear in incorrect sizes or scale, it could be due to incorrect scaling settings. To fix this issue, follow these steps:

  • Step 1: Open your drawing in AutoCAD.
  • Step 2: Go to the “Application” menu and select “Drawing Utilities.”
  • Step 3: Choose “Drawing Setup” from the submenu.
  • Step 4: In the “Drawing Setup” dialog box, check the values for “Drawing Units” and “Scale Factors.”
  • Step 5: Make sure the values are set correctly according to your desired scale and units.
  • Step 6: Click “OK” to apply the changes.

By following these troubleshooting steps, you should be able to resolve unit display issues in AutoCAD. Remember to always double-check your settings and ensure consistency throughout your drawing. Happy CADing!