Viewport Scale
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Topic: Viewport Scale
Posted By: Tankman
Subject: Viewport Scale
Date Posted: 20.Jan.2010 at 17:57
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http://www.cadforum.cz/forum_en/uploads/20100121_010211_CZ-Horizontal-T.dwg - uploads/20100121_010211_CZ-Horizontal-T.dwg
Not a newbie on the boards and have used AutoCAD for 'bout 10 years.
All my drawings have been done using model space, 1:1 scale.
Makes life easy. I scaled (used to) my title block to fit around my drawing in model space. FYI. All my printing is done 8-1/2" x 11 (laser letter) and/or *.pdf which I fit to the paper (letter) size.
I am now trying to work with drawings which I have two layers; i.e.: model & title block. Having some fun with this but, stumped on how
to proceed.
All works well except, title block layer, is sometimes overwhelmed; i.e.:
a drawing in model space that might be 15 ft long, doesn't scale properly in my title block layer.
I do like the idea having a title block layer where I can't edit the drawing done in model space.
Where am I goin' wrong? Might this be, "Can't teach an old dog new tricks?"
I've attached a *.dwg file for show 'n tell. What am I doin' wrong? ------------- Tankman "When the well's dry, we'll all know the value of water." |
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Posted By: tulip3D
Date Posted: 20.Jan.2010 at 20:44
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My suggestion would be to scale the object down to the title block, as if in the layout tab (paperspace) with a viewport. Although, maybe simply using paperspace and a veiwport would solve your problem...I think.
Im not clear on what exactly is not scaling; model geometry, which could be on any layer? Or your title block, which is on a 'title block' layer?
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Posted By: Tankman
Date Posted: 21.Jan.2010 at 02:47
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I added a drawing, using model and title block views to further explain my dilemma.
Guess my scale is off in one view or another(?). ------------- Tankman "When the well's dry, we'll all know the value of water." |
Posted By: Rman
Date Posted: 21.Jan.2010 at 07:24
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Mr Tankman,
My suggestion is try learn how to work with Layout (Paper Space) when comes to put in title block instead of Model space. I would suggest you as well migrated from plotting in Model space to Paper space. You 'll found that your life be more easier.
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Posted By: Tankman
Date Posted: 21.Jan.2010 at 15:44
Thanks Rman! After playin' around a bit, think I have it down pat (well, almost).
I'm working in model space but resize and or adjust view in model and/or paperspace! Good deal! Thanks again!  ------------- Tankman "When the well's dry, we'll all know the value of water." |
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