How to Rotate Screen in AutoCAD 2017?

Steps to Rotate Your Screen in AutoCAD 2025

Rotating your view in AutoCAD can help better visualize and manipulate your designs. Here’s a detailed guide on how to rotate your screen in AutoCAD 2025.

Selecting the Desired Viewport

1. Identify the Viewport: Begin by identifying the viewport you wish to rotate. This is the area within your drawing where the design is displayed.
2. Switch to the Model Space: Ensure you are working in the model space where your geometries are located.

Using the Rotate Command

1. Right-Click: Click on the viewport to select it. After selection, right-click anywhere within the drawing area.
2. Choose Rotate Option: From the context menu that appears, select the “Rotate” option. This opens the rotation prompt.
3. Base Point Selection: You will be prompted to specify a base point. Click on a point within your viewport from which you want to rotate your view.
4. Specify Rotation Angle: After choosing the base point, enter the rotation angle. Positive angles rotate the view clockwise, while negative angles rotate it counterclockwise. You can input values like “90” for a quarter turn or “-90” for a reverse quarter turn.

Using the Center Square Grip

1. Select the Center Grip: Instead of right-clicking, click on the center square grip located in the viewport.
2. Right-Click Again: Right-click on the center grip and choose the “Rotate” option.
3. Follow the Prompts: Same as before, specify your base point and rotation angle.

Changing the View Angle

If you need to alter the viewing angle rather than rotate the viewport, follow these steps:

1. Access the Coordinates Panel: Right-click on the View tab and select the “Show Panels” option. From there, choose “Coordinates”.
2. Select Z Coordinate Panel: Click on the Z option located in the Coordinates panel.
3. Input Angle: Enter a value of “90” for clockwise or “-90” for counterclockwise rotation.

Adjusting the User Coordinate System (UCS)

To rotate the UCS without changing the viewport, do the following:

1. Input UCS Command: Type “UCS” into the command line and hit Enter.
2. Select Rotation Axis: Enter “Z” to specify the rotation around the Z-axis.
3. Drag or Input Angle: You may drag the cursor to rotate or specify an angle directly.

Returning UCS to Normal

Resetting your UCS may be beneficial after alteration:

1. Type UCS Command: Enter “UCS” in the command line and choose “World”.
2. Align to World Plan: Next, type “PLAN” and choose “World” to reset your view.

FAQ

1. How do I rotate an entire drawing in AutoCAD?
To rotate the entire drawing, you can use the “ROTATE” command and select all objects, specify a base point, and input the rotation angle.

2. Can I rotate in paper space?
Yes, you can move and rotate the UCS in paper space, but keep in mind that it is limited to 2D operations. Use the UCSICON command to adjust its position.

3. What happens if the viewport rotation is not responding?
If you encounter issues with the viewport rotation, ensure that the VPROTATEASSOC setting is active by setting it to “1”. This can help in maintaining consistency in viewport rotations.