How To Stop Autosave In AutoCAD?

Understanding Autosave in AutoCAD

Autosave is a feature in AutoCAD that automatically creates backups of your drawing at specified intervals. While this feature can be beneficial for preventing data loss due to unexpected shutdowns or crashes, some users may prefer to disable it for various reasons, such as to improve performance or to maintain control over saving their work.

Steps to Disable Autosave in AutoCAD

1. Access Options Menu:

   • Open AutoCAD 2025.
   • Right-click in the drawing area to bring up a context menu.
   • Select “Options” from this menu to open the Options dialog box.

2. Navigate to Open and Save Tab:

   • Inside the Options dialog, navigate to the “Open and Save” tab. This section contains settings related to file management.

3. Modify Autosave Settings:

   • Locate the section labeled “File Safety Precautions.”
   • Here, you will find an option for “Automatic Save.” Uncheck the box next to this option to disable the Autosave feature.
   • This will stop AutoCAD from creating automatic backups at predefined intervals.

4. Apply Changes:

   • After unchecking the Automatic Save option, click the “OK” button to apply the changes. This will disable Autosave, and you will be able to manage file saving manually.

Additional Tips for Managing Autosave in AutoCAD

• Adjusting Autosave Interval: If you prefer a specific saving interval instead of disabling it completely, you can set the “Minutes Between Saves” to a longer duration. This option allows you to customize how frequently AutoCAD saves your work without turning off the feature entirely.

• Regularly Saving Your Work: While disabling Autosave might be convenient, it’s essential to remember to save your work regularly using the shortcut Ctrl + S or the “Save” option in the File menu to prevent data loss.

FAQs

1. What happens if I disable Autosave in AutoCAD?
Disabling Autosave means that AutoCAD will no longer create automatic backup files at specified intervals. Manual saving will become essential to avoid losing your work due to crashes or power failures.

2. Can I recover a drawing if Autosave is disabled?
Yes, even if Autosave is disabled, you can recover drawings using the Drawing Recovery Manager by accessing backup files or previously saved versions. Regular saving practices can also help mitigate data loss.

3. How frequently does AutoCAD Autosave by default?
By default, AutoCAD is set to Autosave every 10 minutes. This interval can be customized in the Open and Save tab in the Options dialog if you choose to enable it again in the future.