model and paper space

[rickstarosto4361]

i am new to this whole model/space paper space way of doing things, so I set my page and printer manger to same parameters, 11x17, but when i insert title block 16.5x 10.5 it looks like this,

help!  what is going on

thanks in advanced

[jseefdrumr · Accepted solution]

There are some things to be aware of when setting up a layout in paperspace.

First is the printable area, marked by a dashed line around the edge of the layout. This boundary is device-dependent, meaning it changes if you change your output device (i.e. using a different printer/plotter, or plotting to PDF). From the looks of your screenshot, your printable area is smaller than your title block. You may need to use a 'full-bleed' sheet size, or possibly redraw the title block.

Also, your title block should really be fully located over top of the sheet of paper, regardless of printable area. Even if the printable area seems to be a conflict, it might not be when plotting to a different device. All of my title blocks are surrounded by an 11x17 rectangle that resides on a non-plotting layer. This rectangle gets aligned with the edge of paper in the layout. I pay more attention to that, than to the printable area. Most often, I'm plotting to pdf anyway, which (sort of) renders a printable area moot. (Also, you should always use a 'full-bleed' paper size if you know you'll be plotting to pdf.)

If your plots seem to get cut off on one or more edges, try choosing 'Extents' under the Plot Area section and check the boxes for 'Fit To Paper' and 'Center The Plot'.

The next thing to worry about is your viewport. This is your window into model space. Your viewport needs to be relocated and/or resized. I typically make mine as large as the title block allows. In addition, I would absolutely recommend you do one of these two things, no matter what:

1. Never work on model space objects while you're in paper space, OR

2. Learn how to set and lock viewports in HELP so that you can work in model space while 'reaching through' the viewport in paper space.

Admittedly, there's a bit of a learning curve to using paper space, especially for those who've never done it before. But IMHO it's a skill worth mastering. Post back if you have more questions, I or another forum member will help get you together.

[rickstarosto4361]

thanks for the reply, understanding a little better working in model/paper space!? i, like you work on 11x17 for our circuits, printing to PDF 99.9% of the time. as i said i appreciate the helpful replies, I am self teaching myself ACADE.