Understanding the Plot Stamp in AutoCAD
A plot stamp in AutoCAD is a specific piece of text that is printed on hard copies of your drawings. This information often includes crucial details like the name of the drawing, the date, and the time it was printed. The plot stamp is useful for tracking and referencing drawings but can be removed for final presentations if desired.
Steps to Remove the Plot Stamp in AutoCAD
Removing the plot stamp from your prints involves modifying your settings in AutoCAD. Here’s how to do it step-by-step:
- Access Options: Launch AutoCAD. You can access the options menu in two ways: by typing OPTIONS into the command line or by selecting the Options button located at the bottom of the application menu.
- Navigate to Plot Settings: Once in the Options dialog box, click on the Plot and Publish tab. Look for the Plot Stamp Settings button and click it.
- Modify Advanced Settings: In the Plot Stamp Settings window, find the Advanced button. Click on this to access detailed settings.
- Disable Log File Creation: Uncheck the option that reads Create a log file. This action will prevent any plot stamps from being created during your plotting process.
- Save Changes: Click OK to confirm your changes, closing the Advanced settings. Proceed to click OK again in the main Options dialog to finalize your adjustments.
Steps to Change the Plot Stamp in AutoCAD
If you want to modify what information is displayed in the plot stamp instead of removing it entirely, follow these steps:
- Access Options: Open AutoCAD and type OPTIONS in the command line or click the Options button.
- Plot and Publish: Click on the Plot and Publish tab, and navigate to the Plot Stamp Settings button.
- Advanced Settings: Click the Advanced button in the settings window.
- Edit Stamp Content: From this menu, you can edit what your plot stamp includes, such as the drawing name or time attributes, according to your requirements.
- Save Adjustments: Confirm your changes by clicking OK in all open dialog boxes.
Common Issues with Plot Stamps
Sometimes, users may encounter issues when attempting to modify or remove plot stamps. Here are some common problems and solutions:
- Plot Stamp Still Appears: Ensure that options remain unchecked in both the Advanced settings and the main Plot dialog.
- Inconsistent Behavior: Restart AutoCAD after making changes to ensure all settings take effect.
- File-Specific Stamps: Be aware that some DWG files may retain embedded plot stamp information even after removal from settings. This is especially true for files shared with or created in previous versions. Re-save the file to confirm changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I prevent plot stamps from appearing in specific layers only?
Plot stamps are global settings; they cannot be applied selectively to layers. - Is the removal of the plot stamp reversible?
Yes, you can re-enable the plot stamp by checking the relevant options in the settings again. - Will using a watermark affect the plot stamp?
Watermarks and plot stamps are separate elements. A watermark can be applied independently without influencing the plot stamp settings.
