How To Hide View Border In AutoCAD?

Understanding Viewports in AutoCAD

Viewports in AutoCAD provide a way to display and work with different views of model space within a layout. They can be manipulated to customize how designs are presented for print or presentation.

How to Hide View Borders in AutoCAD

If the view borders in your AutoCAD layout are distracting or unnecessary, you can hide them easily. Follow these detailed steps:

1. Select the Layout Viewport
   Click on the layout viewport that contains the lines you wish to hide. Ensure it’s highlighted to confirm selection.

2. Open the Properties Palette
   Navigate to the top of your AutoCAD window and select the "View" tab. From the options available, locate the "Palettes" panel, and click on "Properties" to launch the Properties palette.

3. Adjust the Shade Plot Setting
   Within the Properties palette, look for the "Misc" section. Here, locate the "Shade Plot" option. Click on this field and change the setting to "Legacy Hidden." This adjustment will eliminate the visibility of layout lines within the selected viewport.

Managing Viewports Visibility

You may sometimes need to ensure all viewports in the layout are visible. To achieve this:

1. Command Line Entry
   Type APPLOAD into the command line and press Enter. This command is essential for loading applications or settings affecting your viewports.

2. Confirm Visibility
   Once the command executes, check to make sure all viewports display correctly without any obstructions or visibility issues.

Deleting Unwanted Viewports

If you want to remove a viewport altogether, follow these steps:

1. Access the Viewports Panel
   Go to the "View" tab on the ribbon and find the "Viewports" panel, then click on "Named" to access viewport configurations.

2. Select the Viewport for Deletion
   In the dialog that appears, navigate to the "Named Viewports" tab. Here, select the viewport configuration you wish to delete.

3. Delete the Viewport
   With the desired viewport selected, simply press the DELETE key on your keyboard to remove it from the layout.

Exiting Viewport Layouts

To exit a viewport layout and return to the main layout environment:

1. Command Input
   Type MVIEW into the command line and hit Enter.

2. Turning Off the Viewport
   When prompted, type OFF and select the viewport you wish to deactivate. Confirm by pressing Enter, which will take you back to the layout without the viewport display.

Modifying Viewport Properties

For adjustments to an existing viewport, such as its design layer:

1. Select the Viewport
   Click on the viewport that you wish to modify.

2. Navigate to Edit Options
   From the menu, choose "Modify," followed by "Edit Viewport."

3. Choose Design Layer
   A new window will appear. From here, select the desired design layer for editing from the available list.

4. Adjust Viewport Display
   Specify how you want the design layer to display. If the viewport is cropped, an option to add a crop reference object will be available for further refinement.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many viewports can I have in AutoCAD?
You can create multiple viewports in AutoCAD; however, only 64 can be active simultaneously.

What is the purpose of the MVIEW command?
The MVIEW command is used to create and manage layout viewports within a drawing. It allows for precise control over the visibility and layout of model space representations.

How can I restore my AutoCAD layout after customization?
To restore your layout, type OPTIONS in the command line. In the Display tab, enable the “Display Layout and Model tabs” checkbox and click OK to finalize your changes.