To Limit the Size of Arrays

The number of array elements that can be generated by one ARRAY command is limited to approximately 100,000. This limit is controlled by the MaxArray setting in the registry. If you specify a large number of rows and columns for an array, it may take a long time to create the copies. Use this method to reset the number of array elements that can be generated in AutoCAD LT by one ARRAY command.

  1. At the Command prompt, enter SETENV.
  2. Enter MaxArray.
    Note: When changing the value of MaxArray, the capitalization shown.
  3. Enter a number from 100 to 10000000 (ten million).

The MaxArray system registry variable is validated when you use the ARRAYEDIT command.