Imported markups are not aligning automatically to the drawing.

[rainer.detemple]

I'm using ACAD 2023, Windows 10. Latest updates all installed. I have an internet connection.

Even the most simplest PDF print of a drawing and re-imported as a markup does not align automatically. I was lead to believe this was a major feature?

Am I doing something wrong?

[jayhar]

1. Verify the PDF file: Ensure that the PDF file you're importing is of good quality and displays correctly in a PDF viewer outside of AutoCAD. Sometimes, issues with the original PDF file can affect the alignment.

2. Adjust import settings: When importing the PDF file into AutoCAD, make sure you have selected appropriate import settings. AutoCAD provides options like Scale, Insertion Point, and Rotation that can help align the imported content correctly.

3. Check units and scaling: Verify that the units and scaling settings in your AutoCAD drawing match those of the PDF file. If there is a discrepancy, it can cause misalignment. Pay attention to any scaling factors or custom units that might be applied.

4. Consider using the PDF Underlay feature: AutoCAD also provides a PDF Underlay feature that allows you to attach the PDF as an underlay to your drawing. This feature offers more control over the alignment and allows you to scale, move, or rotate the underlay to match your requirements.

5. Update or repair AutoCAD: Ensure that you have the latest updates for AutoCAD installed. If the issue persists, you may consider repairing or reinstalling AutoCAD to resolve any potential software-related problems.

[rainer.detemple]

Thanks for the copy-paste response. Are you a bot? It reads just like a response from ChatGPT. Anyway, here's my reply:

1. Verify the PDF file: Like I said, it was a PDF printed directly from AutoCAD. It wasn't even a scan.

2. Adjust import settings: Huh? I'm using the markup import tool. I want it to do this automatically?

3. Check units and scaling: Why should this matter? This is what I'm asking about.

4. Consider using the PDF Underlay feature: Why would I use that if the markup tools offer more?

5. Update or repair AutoCAD: You really should read posts before just replying.

[rainer.detemple]

I should also add that when I click on a blue outlined markup, Autocad just freezes until I hit escape, the markup edit window doesn't appear. Separate issue maybe.