Configuration des vues nommées et des fenêtres dans AutoCAD pour Mac

AutoCAD for Mac offers powerful tools for managing how you view and present your drawings—two of the most essential being Named Views et Viewports. Whether you’re navigating complex models or preparing layouts for printing, mastering these features will significantly improve your workflow and precision. This guide walks you through setting up both Named Views and Viewports in AutoCAD for Mac.

Understanding Named Views and Viewports

• Named Views: Save specific zoom levels, orientations, and display settings so you can quickly return to them later. Think of them as bookmarks for your drawing views.
• Viewports: In paper space (Layout tabs), viewports act as “windows” into your model space, allowing you to display different parts or scales of your drawing on a single sheet.

Part 1: Creating and Managing Named Views

Step 1: Access the View Manager

1. Open your drawing in AutoCAD for Mac.
2. Accédez à l’onglet View menu at the top of your screen.
3. Select Named Views… (ou saisissez VIEW in the command line and press Enter).
   • The View Manager dialog box will appear.

Step 2: Create a New Named View

1. In the View Manager, click New….
2. In the New View/Shot Properties dialog:
   • Name: Give your view a descriptive name (e.g., “Foundation Plan” or “North Elevation”).
   • Boundary: Choose whether to define the view by Current Display, Window, ou Previous View.
     • Current Display saves exactly what you see on screen.
     • Window lets you select a specific area by clicking two corners.
   • View Category (optional): Organize views into categories for easier management.
3. Click OK to save the view.

Step 3: Restore a Named View

• In the View Manager, select a saved view from the list and click Set Current, then OK.
• Alternatively, type VIEW > Restore > choose your view name from the list.

Tip: Use the View panel in the ribbon (if visible) or the ViewCube in the top-right corner to quickly switch between standard and named views.

Part 2: Setting Up Viewports in Layouts

Step 1: Switch to a Layout Tab

1. At the bottom of your AutoCAD window, click on a Layout tab (e.g., “Layout1”).
2. If no layout exists, right-click any tab > New Layout > From Template ou Create New Layout.

Note: Viewports are created and managed in Paper Space (Layout tabs), not Model Space.

Step 2: Create a New Viewport

1. With a layout active, go to the View menu > Viewports > New Viewports….
   • Alternatively, use the Viewport tool from the Layout panel in the ribbon (if enabled).
2. In the New Viewports dialog:
   • Choose a Configuration (e.g., Single, Two: Vertical, Four: Equal).
   • Under Setup, select 3D ou 2D depending on your drawing type.
   • In the Preview area, click inside a viewport thumbnail to assign a Named View to it (optional but recommended).
3. Click OK.
4. Click and drag in the layout to define the viewport boundary.

If the New Viewports dialog doesn’t appear, ensure you’re in Paper Space and that the layout isn’t locked.

Step 3: Customize Viewport Scale and Content

1. Double-click inside a viewport to activate it (you’ll see a bold border).
2. Use the mouse wheel to zoom or pan to frame your desired area.
3. To set a standard scale:
   • Look at the status bar at the bottom of the screen.
   • Click the Viewport Scale dropdown (e.g., it might say “1:1”).
   • Choose a scale like 1:50, 1/4″ = 1′-0″, ou 1:100.
4. Appuyez sur Enter or click outside the viewport to deactivate it.

Step 4: Lock the Viewport (Optional but Recommended)

• Right-click the viewport border > Display Locked > Yes.
• This prevents accidental zooming or panning when editing annotations.

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Pro Tips for Efficiency

• Use Named Views with Viewports: Assign named views to viewports during creation for consistent, repeatable layouts.
• Viewport Layers: Use the VPLAYER command to freeze or thaw layers in specific viewports (e.g., hide dimensions in one view but show them in another).
• Viewport Overrides: Adjust properties like linetype scale or color per viewport using the Properties palette (⌘+1).
• Save Layout Templates: Once you’ve perfected a layout with viewports and scales, save it as a .dwt template for future projects.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

AutoCAD for Windows vs. AutoCAD for Mac: Named Views & Viewports Comparison

Note: While core functionality is consistent across platforms, the user interface and workflow differ significantly. AutoCAD for Mac relies more on traditional menus and modal dialogs, whereas Windows leverages the ribbon and palettes for faster access. Both support essential viewport and named view operations needed for professional drafting and layout.

Foire aux questions (FAQ)

Can I sync Named Views between AutoCAD for Windows and AutoCAD for Mac?

Yes, Named Views are stored in the drawing file itself (.dwg), so they transfer seamlessly between platforms. If you create a Named View on Windows and open the same file on Mac (or vice versa), the view will appear in the View Manager and function identically—provided the drawing content is compatible.

Why don’t my Viewports show the correct scale in AutoCAD for Mac?

This usually happens if annotation scale isn’t properly set or if the viewport isn’t activated before assigning a scale. To fix it:

1. Double-click inside the viewport to activate it.
2. Check the scale in the status bar and select the correct one (e.g., 1:50).
3. Ensure ANNOALLVISIBLE is set to 1 if annotative objects aren’t appearing.

Also, verify that your drawing units match your intended plot scale.

Is it possible to create non-rectangular Viewports in AutoCAD for Mac?

Yes, but not through the standard GUI. You’ll need to use the command line:

1. Draw a closed polyline, circle, or spline in paper space.
2. Saisissez -VPORTS (note the hyphen) in the command line.
3. Choose Object and select your custom shape.
   This creates a viewport matching that geometry—just like in Windows, though the Mac interface doesn’t expose this option in menus.

Do Named Views save layer visibility settings per viewport?

No. Named Views save global settings like view direction, zoom, and UCS—but not viewport-specific layer states (e.g., layers frozen in one viewport but visible in another). For that, use Layer States (LAYERSTATE command) in combination with viewports, which is supported on both Mac and Windows.

Can I rename or delete a Named View in AutoCAD for Mac?

Oui. Accédez à View > Named Views…, select the view in the list, then click Rename ou Delete in the View Manager dialog. Note that you cannot delete a view that’s currently in use by a viewport in a layout.

Why does my Named View appear rotated or skewed when restored?

This often occurs if the view was saved with a custom UCS (User Coordinate System). Named Views store the active UCS along with the camera position. To avoid unexpected rotations, ensure you’re in the World UCS (UCS > World) before saving critical plan views.

Conclusion

Named Views and Viewports are indispensable tools for organizing, presenting, and printing your AutoCAD drawings efficiently—especially on the Mac version, where interface differences can sometimes confuse new users. By saving strategic views and arranging them thoughtfully in layouts, you’ll streamline your drafting process and produce professional, scaled drawings with confidence.

Take time to experiment with these features in a test drawing, and soon they’ll become second nature in your AutoCAD for Mac workflow.