Disabling Lineweight in AutoCAD 2018
When working within AutoCAD, you might find the lineweight feature to be visually overwhelming, particularly during drafting or when presenting designs. Adjusting or turning off the lineweight can enhance your viewing experience and streamline your workflow. Below are step-by-step instructions detailing how to disable lineweight in AutoCAD 2018.
Step 1: Access the Command Line
Start AutoCAD and open your drawing. Focus on the command line, which is typically located at the bottom of the application window. This area is where you will input commands directly.
Step 2: Enter the Lineweight Display Command
To modify lineweight settings, type LWDISPLAY into the command line. This command controls whether lineweights are visible on the screen during your work session.
Step 3: Set the Display Value
After typing LWDISPLAY, press the Enter key. You will be prompted to specify a value. To turn off the display of lineweights, type 0 and press Enter again. This action will disable the visual representation of lineweight for the current session.
Step 4: Verification
After executing the command, you may want to verify that lineweight visuals have been turned off. Click on various elements within your drawing. The lines should appear in their default weight, without any thickness variations caused by lineweight settings.
Alternative Method: Show/Hide Lineweight Button
For users who prefer a more visual interface, AutoCAD provides a Show/Hide Lineweight button that can be added to the status bar:
- Locate the Status Bar: At the bottom of your AutoCAD window, locate the status bar.
- Right-Click on Status Bar: Right-click anywhere on the status bar to open the customization menu.
- Enable Lineweight Button: Among the options, find and select Show/Hide Lineweight. A checkmark will appear beside it, indicating it’s active.
- Toggle Displaying Lineweight: Click the newly added lineweight button on the status bar to quickly toggle the display of lineweights without entering commands.
Adjusting Layer Properties
If you also wish to set default lineweights for various layers while you are managing your drawing:
- Open Layer Properties: Click on the Home tab in the ribbon at the top of the screen.
- Access Layer Properties Manager: Look for the Layers Panel and click on Layer Properties.
- Modify Lineweight: In the Layer Properties Manager, identify the lineweight column. Click on it to choose the thickness preference for each layer you are working with.
FAQs
How can I restore lineweight visibility after turning it off?
To restore visibility, repeat the steps for the LWDISPLAY command. Type LWDISPLAY, press Enter, and then input 1 to enable lineweight visibility again.
Does turning off lineweight affect printing?
No, turning off lineweight only affects what you see on your screen. When printing, the lineweight settings specified in your plot style will still be applied unless adjusted in the print settings.
Can I customize lineweight settings for specific objects?
Yes, in AutoCAD, you can customize lineweight settings for individual objects by selecting the object and accessing its properties. From there, find the lineweight option to assign a specific thickness.
