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Is there a way to save customized layout background color to a file?

iiiaha — Wed, 08 May 2024 04:10:58 GMT

Hi.

Is there a way to save customized layout background color to a file?

I usually use layout tab for drawing. And, I changed the layout background color to black in CAD option.

The problem is, when I send a file to another, the reciever's layout background color is grey(default color setting).

So I should let them know how to change the background color step by step. (most of them don't know that)

It is quite bothering so I wander there is a way to save my personal option settings into a file for sharing.

Thank you in advance.

Re: Is there a way to save customized layout background color to a file?

paullimapa — Wed, 08 May 2024 04:48:33 GMT

You can provide them a link to run this lisp code that lets them easily pick a background color

Re: Is there a way to save customized layout background color to a file?

iiiaha — Wed, 08 May 2024 05:08:19 GMT

Thank you Paul.
you mean, using that lisp code, making a lisp file(.lsp), and sending it with dwg file?

but the receivers don't know about lisp at all. they can't load or apply lisp files. it should be hard for them.

Or, Is there a easy way to apply certain lisp file by just clicking a lisp file?

Re: Is there a way to save customized layout background color to a file?

paullimapa — Wed, 08 May 2024 05:23:19 GMT

The lisp file like a dwg file needs to be saved to a folder and in this case call it CBSet.lsp. Then it’s as simple as dragging and dropping it into your AutoCAD drawing area. Next enter at the AutoCAD command prompt CBSet to run the code. Give it a try and let me know what you think.

Re: Is there a way to save customized layout background color to a file?

iiiaha — Wed, 08 May 2024 05:34:45 GMT

OK. I will try it. Thank you for your advice.

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cadffm — Wed, 08 May 2024 06:20:30 GMT

Hi,

so it isn't possible, you can save personal settings inside your .dwg.

"I should let them know how"

Good idea, but think about - that's a usual problem we all have. Nothing special.

Solution: Communication, teaching

and if it is very needed:

Add a Text on non-printable Layer inside your DWG. Fir example, above the title.

Re: Is there a way to save customized layout background color to a file?

Valentin_CAD — Wed, 08 May 2024 10:30:33 GMT

@iiiaha ,

@iiiaha wrote:

Is there a way to save customized layout background color to a file?
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Background color is an "individual setting".

Consider sharing the link or creating an AutoCAD Profile.

How to change the background color in AutoCAD

To Work With Saving and Using Profiles

Re: Is there a way to save customized layout background color to a file?

paullimapa — Wed, 08 May 2024 10:44:27 GMT

Glad to have helped….cheers!!!