### Disabling Split Screen in AutoCAD
If you’re working with AutoCAD and find your workspace split into multiple sections, you might want to revert to a single view for greater focus and ease. Here’s how to do it step by step.
#### Step 1: Access the View Tab
First, launch AutoCAD and locate the Ribbon interface at the top of the window. Here, you’ll find various tabs related to different functionalities.
#### Step 2: Navigate to Model Viewports
Under the View tab, identify the section labeled Model Viewports. This panel contains options that allow you to manage your viewport configurations.
#### Step 3: Adjust Viewport Configuration
Click on the dropdown menu for Viewport Configurations. This will display a list of pre-defined options to choose from. Select the option that corresponds to a single viewport, such as “1 View” or “Single View.”
#### Step 4: Confirm Selection and Exit
After making your selection, simply click anywhere outside the dropdown menu to finalize your choice. Your AutoCAD workspace should now revert to a single view, eliminating the split screen.
### Opening Multiple Windows in AutoCAD
There are times when you may need to open multiple drawings simultaneously. AutoCAD allows you to open multiple instances of the application to achieve this.
#### Step 1: Open the First Drawing
Begin by double-clicking a DWG file through Windows Explorer. This will launch AutoCAD and open your desired drawing.
#### Step 2: Start a New Instance
To open a second AutoCAD window, either select the AutoCAD icon from your Start menu or desktop shortcut. Launch a new instance of AutoCAD.
#### Step 3: Use the OPEN Command
Within the new AutoCAD instance, utilize the OPEN command by typing it in the command line or selecting it from the application menu. Navigate to your desired directory, choose the DWG file you want to open, and click Open.
#### Step 4: Arrange Windows
Once both instances of AutoCAD are running, you can position them side-by-side for easy comparison or reference.
### Managing AutoCAD Drawing Tabs
If your drawing tabs are missing, follow these steps to restore them.
#### Step 1: Open Options
Start by typing OPTIONS in the command line or click the Options button located in the AutoCAD application menu.
#### Step 2: Navigate to Display Settings
In the Options dialog box, locate and click on the Display tab.
#### Step 3: Enable Layout Tabs
Under the Layout Elements section, ensure the checkbox for “Display Layout and Model tabs” is activated. This will make the drawing tabs visible again.
#### Step 4: Confirm Changes
Click OK to apply the changes and exit the dialog. Your drawing tabs should now be visible at the bottom of the workspace.
### FAQs
**1. Why does my AutoCAD keep opening drawings in separate windows?**
This issue may arise after a prior installation of AutoCAD on your system. If the uninstallation didn’t clear the necessary registry entries, it could result in DWG files being associated with the DWG Launcher, causing them to open in new instances.
**2. Can I open two drawings in the same AutoCAD window?**
No, AutoCAD does not support multiple drawings within a single instance of the program. You can only open one drawing in each instance; however, you can create multiple instances for side-by-side comparisons.
**3. How do I close a drawing but keep AutoCAD open?**
To close your current drawing without exiting AutoCAD, simply click the “X” on the drawing tab or use the CLOSE command in the command line. This will allow you to continue working in AutoCAD without shutting down the application.
