LTSCALE (Command) vs. Properties Linetype scale

[ndawsonmccann]

Hello,

I recently saw someone use the LTSCALE command, which I was somehow unaware existed. I am used to changing the linetype scale under the properties window.

It seems as though both operate separately from one another. I ran a quick test where I drew a line with a DASHED linetype scale of 1.0 then I typed in the LTSCALE command and entered the number 2, which visually changed the linetype scale on my screen and when printed. However, that same line still shows a linetype scale of 1 under properties instead of 2. What am I missing here?

Thanks, Nick

[GrantsPirate]

LTSCALE is a global setting for the drawing and generally much preferred over changing the objects linetypescale.

[RobDraw · Accepted solution]

LTSCALE is drawing properties variable and is applied to all linetypes and affects the entire drawing file. The properties line type scale is entity based and is a multiplier to the LTSCALE value.

[ITandCADguy]

There are two other system variables that go along with the global LTSCALE.

MSLTSCALE (1=ON) will match the LTSCALE to the model space annotation scale.  If it is set to 1 and you change annotation scale, the linetype spacing will change to match when you regen.

PSLTSCALE (1=ON) is just like MSLTSCALE except it applies to viewports in paper space.

[Anonymous]

Hi there:

LTSCALE is also tied to the current "Annotation Scale" in Model Space, so you do not have to keep on adjusting manually at different Scales.

[scot-65]

If you wish to see another visual example, try this on an unsaved DWG file:
Set DIMLFAC to 0.5 and replicate an existing dimension. It is basically the
same principle.

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[ndawsonmccann]

Thanks for the help everyone! 

[BillW435]

Thanks you all. Nick wrote: " I am used to changing the linetype scale under the properties window." That's what I have been doing also. Appreciate learning the other methods!