topic Re: Dimensions not using selected layer in AutoCAD Forum

Dimensions not using selected layer

Anonymous — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 14:42:38 GMT

For some reason that I can't figure out, Autocad has started making all my dimensions using my "door layer" (yellow), even though my "dimensions" layer (magenta) is selected in the pull-down menu and in the layout settings. I can, however, select the dimensions after I create them and set them to the correct layer.

This started in another project with multiple sheets yesterday. I've since saved that file as a new file for a new project, which I'm attaching.

I was also experiencing what seemed to be some other bugs with hatching right before this issue started, so I'm not sure if there's a problem with my program or if it's a user error.

Thanks for any advice.

Re: Dimensions not using selected layer

imadHabash — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 15:01:32 GMT

Hi,

i suggest to check DIMLAYER .

Command: DIMLAYER
Enter new value for DIMLAYER, or . for use current <"use current">:

>> I was also experiencing what seemed to be some other bugs with hatching right before this issue started <<

like what ?

Edit : i was not able to open your file. i'm AutoCAD 2017 user.

Regards,

Re: Dimensions not using selected layer

john.vellek — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 15:45:12 GMT

Hi @Anonymous,

As Imad points out in his post, there is a variable to set the dimension layer. In your drawing it is currently set to use the Door layer. If you type DIMLAYER, and then enter a period (.), the dimension will end up on whatever the current layer is set to.

Please select the Accept as Solution button if my post solves your issue or answers your question.

Re: Dimensions not using selected layer

Anonymous — Mon, 02 Oct 2017 18:44:18 GMT

Yes, that worked! Thank you!