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How To Remove Plot Stamp In AutoCAD Student Version?

by Wei Zhang
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Understanding Plot Stamps in AutoCAD

When working with AutoCAD, especially the student version, you might encounter plot stamps. These stamps can include information like the drawing name, date, and time, and are added to printed versions of your drawings. If you want to remove these plot stamps, follow the detailed steps below.

Step-by-Step Guide to Remove Plot Stamp in AutoCAD

  1. Accessing Options Menu:

    • Launch AutoCAD and locate the command line at the bottom of your interface.
    • Type OPTIONS and press Enter, or navigate to the AutoCAD application menu and select the Options button.

  2. Navigating to Plot Settings:

    • In the Options dialog, find the Plot and Publish tab.
    • Click on this tab to reveal more settings related to plotting.

  3. Modifying Plot Stamp Settings:

    • Within the Plot and Publish settings, locate the Plot Stamp Settings button and click on it.
    • A new window will open; here, find the Advanced button and click it.

  4. Disabling Plot Stamp Creation:

    • In the Advanced settings, you will see an option labeled “Create a log file.” Uncheck this option. This action effectively disables the creation of plot stamps every time you print your drawing.
    • After unchecking this box, click OK to save your settings and then exit out of any remaining dialog boxes by clicking OK again.
  5. Verifying Changes:
    • To ensure that your settings have been applied, you can perform a test print of a drawing. The plot stamp should no longer appear if the settings were configured correctly.

FAQs

1. Can I turn off plot stamps for specific drawings only?

  • No, the plot stamp settings in AutoCAD are application-wide. Changing the settings affects all drawings unless you change them back.

2. What if I want to keep the plot stamp for some draws but not for others?

  • You can temporarily enable and disable the plot stamp settings as needed. Be sure to change the settings back after finishing your specific projects.

3. Is it possible to remove a plot stamp after it has been printed?

  • Once a drawing has been printed with a plot stamp, you cannot remove it from the printed document. You would need to adjust the settings before printing again to eliminate the stamp in future prints.

About the author

Wei Zhang

Wei Zhang

Wei Zhang is a renowned figure in the CAD (Computer-Aided Design) industry in Canada, with over 30 years of experience spanning his native China and Canada. As the founder of a CAD training center, Wei has been instrumental in shaping the skills of hundreds of technicians and engineers in technical drawing and CAD software applications. He is a certified developer with Autodesk, demonstrating his deep expertise and commitment to staying at the forefront of CAD technology. Wei’s passion for education and technology has not only made him a respected educator but also a key player in advancing CAD methodologies in various engineering sectors. His contributions have significantly impacted the way CAD is taught and applied in the professional world, bridging the gap between traditional drafting techniques and modern digital solutions.

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