How to Bring Back Ribbon in AutoCAD 2019?

Understanding the AutoCAD Ribbon

The ribbon in AutoCAD is a vital interface element that provides easy access to tools and commands needed for design work. If it has vanished or has been minimized, following a few steps can restore it to its original state.

Steps to Restore the Ribbon in AutoCAD 2019

1. Access the Ribbon Toggle:

   • Locate the command line at the bottom of your AutoCAD workspace. Type RIBBON and press Enter. This command is used to turn the ribbon back on if it has been hidden.

2. Utilize the Right-Click Menu:

   • Right-click anywhere on the ribbon area. A contextual menu will pop up. If you see an option labeled "Minimize the Ribbon," ensure it is unchecked, which indicates the ribbon is not minimized.
3. Keyboard Shortcut:
   • Alternatively, you can utilize the keyboard shortcut: press CTRL + F1. This will toggle the visibility of the ribbon quickly.

Showing the Menu Bar

If the ribbon replacement faces an issue, restoring the menu bar is another way to access necessary commands.

1. Click the Quick Access Toolbar:

   • On the far-left side of the AutoCAD interface, locate the Quick Access Toolbar. Click the drop-down arrow next to it and select "Show Menu Bar" from the options provided.
2. Using Command Prompt:
   • Enter the command MENUBAR in the command line and hit Enter. When prompted, type 1 to make the menu bar visible permanently.

Restoring Default Settings

In case various settings have been altered and you wish to return to the default configurations:

1. Access Ribbon’s Right-Click Option:
   • Right-click anywhere within the ribbon area. In the resulting menu, select "Restore Default Ribbon" to return to factory settings, bringing back all the original tabs and panels.

Expanding the Ribbon in AutoCAD 2025

If you want to ensure all elements of the ribbon are displayed:

1. Right-Click on the Ribbon:
   • Right-click anywhere on the ribbon panel. Look for the options labeled "Show Tabs" and "Show Panels" and select those to display any missing components.

FAQs

1. What should I do if the toolbar is missing?
To recover missing toolbars, click on the Tools menu, navigate to Toolbars, and select the specific toolbar you need. This will make it visible again within your workspace.

2. How can I permanently display the ribbon when I restart AutoCAD?
Ensure you have completed the steps to enable the ribbon via the RIBBON command and check that it isn’t minimized. AutoCAD should remember your settings during your next session.

3. What if I want to customize my AutoCAD ribbon?
AutoCAD provides features to customize your ribbon. Right-click on the ribbon and explore the options to create new tabs or panels tailored to your specific needs, ensuring quicker access to your most-used commands.