How Do I Export Layout Settings in AutoCAD?

To export layout settings in AutoCAD, use the EXPORTLAYOUT command. This creates a new drawing file containing only the objects visible within the current layout.

Here's a step-by-step guide:

1. Initiate the Export Layout Command: At the AutoCAD command prompt, type EXPORTLAYOUT and press Enter.

2. Specify the File Name: A dialog box will appear. In this box, you will need to enter a name for the new drawing file you are creating. By default, AutoCAD suggests a name that combines the name of your current drawing and the current layout. For example, if your drawing is called "ProjectA.dwg" and your layout is called "FloorPlan," the default file name will be something like "ProjectA-FloorPlan.dwg".

3. Choose the Save Location: In the same dialog box, navigate to the location on your computer where you want to save the exported layout as a new drawing file.

4. Save the File: Click the "Save" button to complete the export process. AutoCAD will then create a new drawing file containing all the objects from your current layout.

Key Considerations:

• The EXPORTLAYOUT command creates a separate .dwg file. This means you are creating a copy of the layout's contents, not just saving the layout settings as a separate file.
• Only objects visible within the current layout (including objects in model space visible through viewports in the layout) will be exported.
• Layer settings, viewport settings, and other layout-specific configurations are also preserved in the newly created drawing.

By following these steps, you can easily export your layout settings to a separate drawing in AutoCAD. This is useful for sharing specific layouts, creating drawing templates based on existing layouts, or simplifying complex drawings by breaking them into smaller, more manageable files.