How to Load Toolbar in AutoCAD?

Steps to Restore the Toolbar in AutoCAD

To bring back your toolbar in AutoCAD, follow these straightforward steps:

1. Access the command line within AutoCAD and input the command MENUBAR. Change the value to 1 to make the toolbar visible.
2. Navigate through the top menus and select Tools, then move to Toolbars.
3. From the available options, click on the desired toolbars to activate them.

Adding Toolbars in AutoCAD

If you want to introduce new toolbars to your workspace, follow these steps:

1. Type CUI into the command line to access the Customize User Interface dialog.
2. Under the Customize tab, find the section for All Customization Files. Click on the workspace you wish to modify.
3. On the right, hit the Customize Workspace button.
4. Expand the Toolbars section on the left side and check the boxes of the toolbars you want to include.
5. Click Apply to save your changes.

Creating a New Toolbar in AutoCAD 2025

To create a custom toolbar tailored to your needs, use the following procedure:

1. Initiate the CUI command once more.
2. Right-click in the Toolbars area and choose New Toolbar.
3. Assign a name to your new toolbar for easy identification.
4. Drag and drop commands from the list below into your newly created toolbar.
5. Finalize your setup by selecting Apply to integrate the new toolbar into your workspace.

Displaying the Ribbon Toolbar

If the ribbon toolbar is also missing, here’s how to display it:

1. Input RIBBON on the command line.
2. The ribbon toolbar should reappear in your AutoCAD workspace.

Activating the Quick Access Toolbar

To manage the Quick Access toolbar, follow these steps:

1. The Quick Access Toolbar is typically located just below the ribbon. If you want to reposition it, click the drop-down menu on the right end.
2. Select Show Above the Ribbon to relocate the toolbar for easier access.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I reset a toolbar to its default settings?

To reset a toolbar, you can click on Toolbars, highlight the toolbar you wish to reset from the list, and select Restore or Reset. Confirm in the dialog box that appears to apply the reset.

Why did my toolbars disappear in AutoCAD?

Toolbars may vanish if AutoCAD switches to a different workspace or if they have been hidden manually. Activating them again from the Tools menu usually resolves this issue.

How do I customize the commands on my toolbar?

To customize, access the CUI command, go to the desired toolbar, and add or remove commands by dragging them. After making changes, be sure to apply and save your custom toolbar settings.