Plot to PDF
You can export your drawing as a PDF by clicking PLOT in the top-right of the header. You can plot a single layout, all layouts, or the current display in model space.
To plot a drawing as a PDF
- Click PLOT
in the top-right of the header. Alternatively, type PLOT in the Command line and press Enter.
- Choose among the following options:
What to print: If plotting from model space, the extents are limited to the current display. If plotting from paper space, choose Current Layout or All Layouts.
Scale: If plotting from model space, the PDF will Scale to Fit. If plotting from paper space, the PDF will plot at 1:1, as determined by the Paper Size selected in Layout Properties.
Plot style: Choose from acad, Grayscale, monochrome, and None.
Paper size: Choose among the standard supported AutoCAD paper sizes.
Orientation: Choose Portrait or Landscape.
If you've connected your Autodesk Docs account: Save as PDF directly to Docs, specify the plot name, and set the plot location.
- Note: This capability is available only for users who have appropriate Docs permissions levels. Docs users who want this functionality should reach out to their administrators for access.
- Click Plot.
You'll receive a notification with a link to preview and download the PDF when it is ready. Download the PDF to save it locally.