System variables are settings that control how certain commands work. Whereas commands usually initiate an activity or open a dialog box, system variables control the behaviors of commands, default values for operations, or the appearance of the user interface.
There are a couple ways to access the system variable list. At the command prompt type SETVAR and select enter twice. In the text window you will see all the system variables within your session of AutoCAD as shown in Figure 1. Select F2 if the text window does not appear.
To access the AutoCAD system variable settings, enter SYSVDLG at the command line or in the Civil 3D workspace, click Express tab Tools panel System Variables.
To access the AutoCAD system variable settings, enter SYSVDLG at the command line or in the Civil 3D workspace, click Express tabTools panelSystem Variables. The following dialog box is displayed as shown in figure 14, providing a convenient interface for reviewing system variable descriptions and changing their settings.
What command is used to control the system variables in AutoCAD?
OPtions command Most system variables are controlled by the OPtions command, but you can also change the value of a system variable by simply typing its name at the AutoCAD command prompt and pressing Enter.At the command prompt type
SETVAR and select enter twice. In the text window you will see all the system variables within your session of AutoCAD as shown in Figure 1. Select F2 if the text window does not appear.
How do I change the variables in AutoCAD?
- In the Command prompt text box, type the full system variable name and press Enter or the Spacebar.
