To Create a Nonstandard Layer

Use this procedure to create a nonstandard layer. A nonstandard layer is a layer that does not need to conform to the layer standard. You might want to use nonstandard layers for elements like architect’s comments or construction lines, blocks you do not want to insert on their original layer, or walls that you want to display partially.

1. If necessary, open the Layer Properties Manager by clicking Home tabLayers panelLayer Properties.
2. Click .
3. Select Non Standard for Layer Standard.
4. Enter a name for the new layer.
5. Select Make Current if you want to make the layer the current layer.
6. Enter a description for the new layer.
7. Select a color for the layer from the list.

   If the desired color is not available on the list, select Select Color, and select a color from the Color Picker.

8. Select a linetype.

   If the desired linetype is not available on the list, select Other, and select a linetype from the Select Linetype dialog box.

9. Select a lineweight.
10. Select a Plot Style.

    Clear Plot if you do not want the new layer to be plotted.

11. When you finish specifying the properties of the layer, click OK.