Steps to Print Transparent Hatch in AutoCAD
Printing transparent hatches in AutoCAD requires some specific settings to ensure that the hatch appears as intended on the final output. Follow these steps closely to achieve the desired result.
Accessing Plot Settings
1. Start by opening your drawing in AutoCAD.
2. Go to the “Output” tab located in the ribbon at the top of the screen.
3. Click on “Plot” or type the command “PLOT” in the command line and press
4. In the Plot dialog box, ensure that your printer or plotter is selected from the list of available devices.
Enabling Plot Transparency
1. In the Plot dialog, look for the “Plot Style Table” section.
2. Find and check the option labeled “Plot transparency.” This ensures that any transparency settings applied to the hatch are respected during printing.
Adjusting Layer Transparency for Hatches
1. Open the Layer Properties Manager by typing “LAYER” in the command line and pressing
2. Locate the layer that contains the hatch you want to customize. Click on the transparency column for that layer.
3. A dialog box will appear; enter a value between 0 (completely opaque) and 90 (mostly transparent). Click OK to confirm your changes.
Checking the Hatch Properties
1. Click on the hatch object you wish to print to select it.
2. Open the Properties palette by typing “PROPERTIES” in the command line and pressing
3. Ensure that the “Transparency” property is adjusted to your desired level. You should see a numerical value indicating the degree of transparency for the hatch.
Finalizing the Plot
1. Once you have set all required properties, return to the Plot dialog box.
2. Review the Preview option to see how the hatch will appear once printed. Adjust any additional settings as necessary.
3. Finally, click “OK” to begin the plotting process. The hatch should now print with the specified transparency settings in place.
FAQs
1. What should I do if my transparent hatch is still printing solid?
Ensure that the Plot Transparency option is selected, and check the Transparency settings in both the layer properties and the individual hatch properties.
2. Can I apply transparency to other objects in AutoCAD?
Yes, transparency settings can be applied to other objects in AutoCAD, such as lines and fills, by adjusting their respective properties in the Properties palette.
3. How can I reset all transparency settings to default?
You can reset transparency settings by revisiting the Layer Properties Manager or the individual property settings for objects and setting them back to an opacity value of 0.
