Custom Display of Layers in Model Space

Custom Display of Layers in Model Space

etudesEA54D
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Custom Display of Layers in Model Space

etudesEA54D
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Hello,
I'm looking for a solution to have a custom display of certain layers in model space, without modifying the layer's characteristics, but only by modifying my own display.

 

Let me explain:
I regularly import architectural plans for construction projects and use them as a background plan to overlay my own tasks (quantity surveys, zoning, etc.).
I would like to be able to assign a less visually cluttered display to the imported layers, such as a black and white effect or a grayscale effect, and/or even 50% transparency, but only in my model space display, therefore without altering the actual characteristics of said layers (so that I can return to a real display if necessary).
I found the beginnings of a solution by assigning pens in a paper space window. This feature is very useful. The layers aren't altered, but their display in the window can be modified. So, I set all imported layers to a gray color and 50% transparency, and I get a visual close to what I'm looking for.
But it doesn't seem to exist for the current workspace.

 

Is there a known solution for this type of need?
Or is there a clever little trick I'm not yet aware of?
Thanks in advance.

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pendean
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@etudesEA54D XREF Overrides is what you appear to be describing, it's been around for quite some time, start HELP in your AutoCAD session and explore, if you get stuck, come back and explain where you ended up on your discovery.

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imadHabash
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Hi,

As much as i understand your need ...

I usually insert those plans (background plan) as XREFS then start change the value for XDWGFADECTL (System Variable).

Imad Habash

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