Steps to Automatically Load LISP in AutoCAD
To enhance your productivity in AutoCAD, automating the loading of LISP routines can be invaluable. Follow these detailed steps to set up LISP files to load automatically when you start AutoCAD.
Step 1: Access the Load Application Dialog
Begin by launching AutoCAD 2025. To access the Load Application dialog, input the command APPLOAD in the command line and hit Enter.
Step 2: Setup the Startup Suite
In the Load/Unload Applications window that appears, look for the section labeled Startup Suite. Within this section, click on the Contents button to view the current list of applications configured for automatic loading.
Step 3: Add Your LISP Files
To include your desired LISP routines, click the Add button. A file browser will open, prompting you to navigate to the directory where your LISP files are stored. Select the LISP file you wish to add and click Open. Repeat this process for any additional LISP files you want to load automatically.
Step 4: Finalize Setup
Once all the LISP files have been added to the Startup Suite, click Close to exit the dialog. Your selected LISP files are now configured to load automatically every time you launch AutoCAD.
Alternative Method: Direct File Management
You can also set AutoCAD to automatically recognize LISP files by adjusting the support file search path. Go to the AutoCAD ribbon, click on the Manage tab, then select Affected Applications. From there, navigate to Options, choose the Files tab, and expand the Support File Search Path section.
Here, click on Add to introduce a new path. Locate the folder containing your LISP files, and confirm by clicking OK. This allows AutoCAD to find and load your LISP files without requiring manual input each time.
Useful Tips for LISP Management
To facilitate the organization of your LISP routines, consider creating a specific folder for all your AutoCAD-related LISP files. Keeping them in one designated location simplifies the loading process. Regularly check and update the LISP routines you have in the Startup Suite to ensure that obsolete scripts do not slow down your workflow.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I run LISP files in AutoCAD LT?
No, AutoCAD LT does not support AutoLISP or the APPLOAD command, which limits its ability to run LISP routines.
2. Where do I find my LISP files after loading them?
Your LISP files will be located in the directory you specified during the loading process or in the default support paths configured in AutoCAD.
3. How do I verify that my LISP routines have loaded properly?
You can verify the loading of your LISP routines by checking for any commands or functionalities that the routines are designed to execute. If no errors appear and the commands work as intended, your LISP files have loaded correctly.
