How to Save CUI in AutoCAD?

Understanding CUI Files in AutoCAD

AutoCAD allows users to customize their interface through CUI (Customization User Interface) files. These files store various settings essential for tailoring the workspace, including toolbar configurations and menu layouts, thereby optimizing user efficiency. This guide will detail the steps needed to save your CUI settings in AutoCAD 2025.

Saving a New CUI File

1. Open the CUI Interface: Start by launching AutoCAD 2025. Access the CUI editor by typing CUI in the command line and pressing Enter.

2. Create a New Customization File: In the CUI editor, navigate to the right pane where customization files are listed. Locate the drop-down menu and select the option for "Save As".

3. Specify Save Location: A dialog box will appear, prompting you to choose a destination for your new CUI file. Select a directory where you wish to store the file.

4. Name Your File: Enter a descriptive name for the CUI file in the "File Name" field. Click the "Save" button to complete this process.

Importing Existing CUI Files

If you wish to incorporate settings from an existing CUI file:

1. Load the Existing File: Within the CUI editor, navigate to the left pane. Click on the "Open Customization File" button.

2. Select the File: A dialog box will open. Browse to the directory containing your existing CUI file (it could be a CUI, CUIx, MNU, or MNS file format) and select it.

3. Transfer Workspace Settings: After opening the file, locate the workspace you wish to transfer. Click and drag it into the main Customization area under Workspaces, then click "Apply" and "OK" to finalize changes.

Saving Custom User Interfaces

To save a personalized user interface:

1. Access Workspace Settings: Utilize the WSSAVE command directly in the command line or navigate to the Workspace menu on the status bar and select “Save Current As”.

2. Name Your Custom Workspace: Provide an appropriate name for your custom workspace and click "OK" to save it.

Locating CUI Files

To find where CUI files are typically saved:

1. Default Directory: CUIx files are usually stored in a specific directory depending on your AutoCAD version. For AutoCAD 2025, the common path is C:\Users\<username>\AppData\Roaming\Autodesk\AutoCAD 2025\Rxx.

FAQs

How can I reopen a saved CUI file?
To reopen a saved CUI file, initiate the CUI editor with the CUI command. Then, click "Open Customization File" in the left pane and locate the file you want to open.

Is it possible to share CUI files with other users?
Yes, you can share CUI files by copying the CUIx files from your computer and sending them to others. They can then import them into their AutoCAD environment following the import process.

What should I do if my CUI settings do not appear after saving?
If your settings do not appear, ensure you have correctly saved the file and navigated back to the CUI editor. If issues persist, check that the file was saved in the correct directory, and attempt to reopen it using the appropriate method.