Steps to Achieve a Black Screen in AutoCAD
Utilizing a black screen in AutoCAD can enhance visibility for some users, particularly during detailed design work. Follow these steps to configure AutoCAD for a black background.
Step 1: Access Options
Initiate the process by typing `OPTIONS` into the command line. Press `Enter` to open the Options dialog box.
Step 2: Navigate to the Display Tab
Inside the Options dialog, locate the “Display” tab. This section contains various settings that allow you to customize the appearance of the software.
Step 3: Modify Colors
Within the Display tab, find and click the “Colors” button. A new dialog will appear that allows you to change the background color settings.
Step 4: Select Context
In the Colors dialog, an option titled “Context” will provide you with different areas to modify. Select “Model Space” for customizing the main working area of AutoCAD.
Step 5: Choose Background Color
Once “Model Space” is selected, you will see a dropdown menu labeled “Color.” Here, you can choose your desired color. To create a black background, select black from the list.
Step 6: Apply Changes
After making your selection, click “OK” to apply the new settings. Then, click “OK” again in the Options dialog to finish the process.
Setting Paperspace to Black
If you need to set the Paperspace background to black, follow a similar but slightly different process.
Step 1: Open Options Dialog
Input `OPTIONS` in the command line and hit `Enter`.
Step 2: Navigate to Display Settings
Switch to the “Display” tab, where you can adjust visual settings for both Model and Paperspace.
Step 3: Access Colors
Click on the “Colors” button, which will bring up a list of contexts for color adjustments.
Step 4: Choose Paperspace
In the Context dropdown menu, select “Paper Space” to focus on the layout area.
Step 5: Change Background Color
Select the color you wish to assign to the Paperspace background, and choose black from the options provided.
Step 6: Save Your Settings
Click “OK” in the Colors dialog, and then again in the Options dialog to finalize your changes.
Printing with a Black Background
To ensure that your drawings maintain a black background when printed, additional configurations may be necessary.
Step 1: Open Your Drawing
Start by opening the specific drawing you wish to print in AutoCAD.
Step 2: Access Layout Tab
Navigate to the required layout tab at the bottom of the interface.
Step 3: Open Page Setup Manager
Click on `File`, then hover over `Page Setup Manager`, and select `Modify` for the layout settings.
Step 4: Set Plot Style
Within the Page Setup dialog, ensure to select the monochrome plot style (monochrome.ctb) from the plot style table list.
Step 5: Enable Plot Styles
Confirm that the “Plot with plot styles” checkbox is selected to apply the styles correctly.
Step 6: Create PDF or Print
Finish by clicking “Create File” to print or generate your PDF document, ensuring that the design remains consistent with your preferred background settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I revert back to a white background in AutoCAD?
To change back to a white background, follow the same steps in the Options dialog. Choose the white color from the dropdown menu under Model Space in the Colors settings.
2. Can I customize the background color for specific drawings?
Yes, each drawing can have its own background settings. Follow the same steps for changing the background color within the particular drawing context.
3. Why might my AutoCAD background revert to white automatically?
If the display plot styles are enabled with a plot style set to color or grayscale, it may cause a white background. Make sure to check your plot settings in the Page Setup Manager.
